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BAE Systems Uses PXI and NI LabVIEW to Develop RF Cable Test Suite
See how BAE Systems created a new test suite using PXI and LabVIEW to efficiently characterize RF cables within major units of the Eurofighter aircraft. The new system increases productivity by facilitating more flexible testing.
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New Instrument Drivers Control Wide Range of Instruments
The newest NI Ethernet/LAN and USB instrument drivers control LeCroy's latest line of high-performance oscilloscopes such as the WaveMaster, WavePro, WaveRunner, and WaveSurfer via Ethernet/LAN, as well as the Tektronix AFG3000 Series arbitrary/function generators via USB, Ethernet/LAN, and GPIB.
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Simplify DAQ Connectivity with NI-DAQmx 8 and OPC
All devices compatible with NI-DAQmx now can be used with the LabVIEW 8 shared-variable engine through NI-DAQmx 8, simplifying the creation of distributed data acquisition and control applications. In addition, NI-DAQmx 8 connects NI data acquisition devices to enterprise industrial systems using OLE for process control (OPC).
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New Low-Cost, High-Voltage Mechanical Relay DIO Devices Available
NI released two new Underwriters Laboratories-listed high-voltage plug-in mechanical relay devices. Now it is easier for you to develop measurement and control systems while integrating them into a common programming environment. The new devices offer you a low-cost alternative for applications requiring up to 150 VAC/VDC switching capabilities.
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New Express Technology for Sound and Vibration
The LabVIEW Sound and Vibration Toolkit Version 4.0 incorporates Express technology to make sound and vibration measurement and analysis easier. The Express VIs in the toolkit provide a simplified, configuration-based interface with the common analysis functions for sound and vibration applications.
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Development Resources
Getting Started with Motion Control E-Kit
Download the Getting Started with Motion Control resource kit to learn the fundamentals of motion control and techniques to implement advanced motion control systems. The e-kit includes a white paper, a tutorial, an application note, and more.
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Creating New Front Panel Objects with LabVIEW XControls
With LabVIEW 8, developers can create user-defined controls from existing LabVIEW controls, called XControls. With this new feature, you can combine the basic functionality of LabVIEW controls with additional functionality you develop.
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Data Acquisition Driver Software Options for Linux
National Instruments offers hundreds of products for the Linux platform, including a full-featured version of LabVIEW, hundreds of measurement hardware devices, and driver software for data acquisition and instrument control. Learn about the three levels of NI data acquisition software for use with Linux distributions.
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An Integrated Software Framework for Measurement and Automation
Software has driven the adoption of high-performance, low-cost, tightly integrated measurement systems throughout all areas of the product design life. Worldwide, companies gain a competitive edge by using computer-based measurement and automation systems to design and test higher quality products at lower costs and in less time.
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Organizing Interthread Communication in LabVIEW Real-Time
The first thing you should consider when implementing a system with LabVIEW Real-Time is whether you need determinism. When designing applications within real-time constraints, you must use certain programming techniques to achieve determinism. Learn how to do so using proper interthread communication.
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Events
Webcast: Create Distributed HMI Systems with LabVIEW 8
See how to develop human-machine interfaces (HMIs) for new touch screens from NI using LabVIEW 8 distributed intelligence. Get an overview of new hardware targets, an explanation of tools available in LabVIEW for programming HMIs, and tips and techniques for starting an application and integrating in code from PXI, Compact FieldPoint, and CompactRIO systems.
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Present at NIWeek 2006
Participate in NIWeek 2006 by presenting a conference session. Communicate your industry and technical expertise to more than 2,500 attendees and nearly 70 editors. Abstracts are due February 17.
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Webcast: Control and Instrumentation Solutions for a Wind Tunnel
Explore how Lockheed Martin and G Systems are using LabVIEW Real-Time and PXI to develop a next-generation wind-tunnel test system for the F-35 joint strike fighter.
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Technical Symposium Content Available Online
The National Instruments Technical Symposium recently concluded its 26-city tour. You can download content from the symposium, including topics on test, measurement, and automation, as well as hands-on sessions and information about the latest NI products and emerging industry trends.
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Webcast: PACs for Redundant Data Logging
Programmable automation controllers, such as Compact FieldPoint running powerful LabVIEW Real-Time software, deliver the ability to perform embedded industrial control, networked I/O, and embedded data logging. Learn how to build a redundant data logging system that automatically backs up and restores critical process or environmental data in case of network or PC failure.
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Using Measurement Studio 8.0 with Microsoft Visual Studio 2005
Read how Measurement Studio 8.0 works with Microsoft Visual Studio 2005 and learn about specific issues when using the Measurement Studio 8.0 .NET controls with Visual Studio 2005.
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SignalExpress Tips and Tricks
SignalExpress is a powerful, interactive software tool for design and test engineers performing benchtop measurements. Get the most out of SignalExpress with these tips and tricks, and view links to some other great resources on noteworthy SignalExpress topics.
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Troubleshooting Printing Errors in LabVIEW
Get several tips on what to do if LabVIEW crashes while you are trying to print.
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Example Code: Invoking a .NET Web Service from LabVIEW
This LabVIEW example invokes a stock quote .NET Web service to get the current price for a stock based on its ticker symbol. It uses simple object access protocol (SOAP) to send and receive XML-based data from the Web service.
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Example Code: Mathcad Interface VIs
These VIs are designed to assist you in building measurement applications that interface with Mathcad, combining the powerful mathematical tools of Mathcad with the measurement tools of LabVIEW. These VIs use the ActiveX Automation to send and receive data and control the Mathcad environment.
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