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February 26, 2008
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In This Issue
CERN Controls Particle Accelerator with NI LabVIEW   Robotic Surgery Moves from Science Fiction to Reality
 
Researchers at CERN developed an NI FPGA-based motion control system capable of intercepting misguided or unstable particle beams in the world's largest particle accelerator.

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  Learn how engineers are using mechatronics to develop a new breed of medical machines that take advantage of robotics concepts to aide surgeons with complex medical procedures.

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Development Resources

Get LabVIEW Module Training
Enjoy this free download to learn the tips and tricks for using the most popular add-on modules for LabVIEW, and test your knowledge when you are finished.
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IP Corner: Introduction to LabVIEW FPGA IPNet
IP Corner features a combination of high- and low-level FPGA intellectual property (IP) topics. In this first column, learn about a critical resource for providing quality, searchable, reusable IP for LabVIEW FPGA – LabVIEW FPGA IPNet.
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Hand/Arm Vibration Test and Measurement
Get an overview of the accepted standards for hand/arm vibration testing and measurement, as well as guidelines for tool designers.
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Did You Know LabVIEW Could Use .NET Controls on the UI?
Did you know that LabVIEW software supports .NET controls on the front panel? As more computers are shipped with preinstalled .NET controls, you can use LabVIEW to take advantage of these resources in your applications.
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Example Code: NI-DAQmx -Continuous Analog Input with GPS Timestamps
This example demonstrates how to use a continuous buffered task to measure time using a GPS timestamp channel and synchronize the timestamp data with an analog input task.
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New Products and Technologies

Reduce Development Time with New LabVIEW 8.5 Module
You can now analyze open-loop model behavior, design closed-loop controllers, simulate systems, and create real-time implementations with the new LabVIEW 8.5 Control Design and Simulation Module.
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PCI, PXI Interfaces Deliver LabVIEW to PROFIBUS Networks
Learn how you can use LabVIEW to talk to devices that work with PROFIBUS, a standard bus for industrial communications.
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Developing an Automated System for Neuroscience Research 
Read how neuroscience researchers used NI software and hardware to develop an easy-to-use system for facilitating the design, execution, and analysis of stimulus-evoked field potential experiments for in vitro brain slices.
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Moving 20 Tons of Concrete with Precise Accuracy Using NI CompactRIO
See how VAPO Hydraulics maintains stability while moving 20-ton concrete slabs to drying racks using NI hardware and software.
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Webcasts and Events

NIWeek: Share Your Graphical System Design Innovations
Submit your paper by March 24 for the chance to win the first Graphical System Design Achievement Award, which recognizes global achievement in engineering and science.
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Webcast: CompactRIO for Embedded Condition Monitoring, Machine Protection
See how you can use the CompactRIO embedded hardware platform for online machine condition monitoring and protection applications.
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Webcast: Introduction to Mechatronics
Learn about the mechatronics approach to machine design. Mechatronics is a system-level approach to designing electromechanical systems that merges mechanical, electrical, control system, and embedded software design.
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Webcast: Wireless Technologies for Data Acquisition
Explore the major wireless standards specifications, ways to eliminate cables, and strategies to enable new measurement applications using wireless standards.
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Top Five VI Road Show Videos
1. Christmas, Guitars, and NI DAQ  »
2. Wheelchair Controlled Only by Thoughts (and LabVIEW)  »
3. How to Build an Amazing Underwater Tractor with LabVIEW »
4. Saving Eyesight with LabVIEW and Intelligent DAQ »
5. Mechanical Design Meets Motion Control Simulation »
NI in the Press
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Community News
Rockin' LabVIEW Toolkit 
Want to generate test signals for data files provided by Sirius and XM Radio? Then, check out the SDARS Software Toolkits from Mindready Solutions in the LabVIEW Tools Network.
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