NI Connect 2023 recently took place in Austin, Texas on May 23-24th. The first keynote of the conference focused on how NI is making test a “competitive advantage” by using automated systems and software that help businesses create products faster, more accurately, and with lower costs. If you missed the conference, keep reading for a concise recap of what was discussed!
Continue reading “NI Connect Keynote Recap: Day 1“The 3 Types of Digital Readouts
When using an analog scale, a pointer swings to the correct characters/digits that are physically on the scale in different locations. Digital readouts, however, must include multiple digits in one location. To see how this is accomplished, we are looking at three different digital display methods: dot matrix, solid character, and bar segments.
Continue reading “The 3 Types of Digital Readouts”5 Advantages of CompactDAQ Systems
Compact, adaptable, and reliable- the Compact Data Acquisition system from NI is a cost-effective solution for data collection. The cDAQ platform allows you to have precise measurements while reducing the number of components in your measuring system, making it an excellent fit for a variety of applications! In this post, we will go over 5 advantages of using the cDAQ platform for your test system.
Continue reading “5 Advantages of CompactDAQ Systems”In-Circuit and Functional ATE
When it comes to verifying the functionality and performance of products during manufacturing, Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) is an irreplaceable tool. Two of the most prominent types of ATE used in product testing and field servicing are in-circuit and functional ATE. This article will take a look at how both of these types work, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of both.
Continue reading “In-Circuit and Functional ATE“The Rise of the PXI Platform
The PXI system is an incredibly popular test and measurement platform used by engineers and technicians around the world. Now, a quarter-century after its initial launch, the PXI platform is setting the standard for innovation across industries including military/defense, aerospace, and industrial. How did this widely used platform grow to achieve the success it enjoys today?
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