In the world of test and measurement, precision and flexibility are paramount. Two prominent modular instrumentation platforms, PXI (PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation) and PXIe (PXI Express), have been developed to meet these needs. While they share some similarities, they also have critical differences that can significantly impact your testing setup.
Continue reading “What is the Difference Between PXI and PXIe?”NI and the Hydro-Mechanical Fuel Test Facility
The collaborative efforts of Oregon State University and the Idaho National Laboratory truly paid off in the formation of the Hydro-Mechanical Fuel Test Facility. Equipped with advanced hardware and software technology from National Instruments, this state-of-the-art facility continues to play a pivotal role in qualifying a new prototypic nuclear fuel for high-performance research reactors.
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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?
Continue reading “The Rise of the PXI Platform”Product Spotlight: The PXIe-1095
PXIe (PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation) is a modular instrumentation platform that combines strong CompactPCI features with industry-standard PCI bus technology to provide capabilities for power, communication, and cooling. The platform can be adapted and changed to meet even the most complex instrumentation needs. With 58 W of power and cooling in each slot, the PXIe-1095 chassis allows for increased power and cooling in FPGA workloads.
Continue reading “Product Spotlight: The PXIe-1095”Software and Test Standardization
It’s no secret that software is key to creating the foundation of modern technology. With the rate at which new products and features are introduced into today’s market, the test software industry must prioritize expedient production and flexible customer delivery. How can this be accomplished? Through the standardization of test equipment! For years, the goal of testing organizations has been to achieve standardization- yet many businesses struggle to apply test standards because they can’t agree on how. However, test standardization does not have to entail a major revamp of your engineering and production testing processes. Smaller, more manageable standards, such as code or data management standards, can be implemented to address and resolve inefficiency issues.
Top 4 National Instruments PXI Models for Aerospace & Defense
The aerospace and defense industries require the most advanced and accurate testing equipment available. The applications for what these industries produce are simply too vital, and testing protocols are understandably rigorous. National Instruments, based in Austin, TX, is a leader in providing high-quality testing equipment and software for aerospace and defense applications, especially their PXI Systems.
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