Programmable analogue makes a resurgence 2014

Programmable analogue makes a resurgence
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Some of the earliest computers used for controlling processes featured analogue architectures because they were much more responsive than valve based logic circuits. But they needed to be custom designed and succumbed to the more flexible – and ultimately cheaper – digital computer.
However, advances in programmable analogue technology may see not just the resurgence of analogue computing in areas where digital works out to be more power hungry, but also a way of supporting analogue functions on increasingly dense but highly variable SoCs.




Although switched capacitor circuitry is a good match for CMOS, switching imposes a limit on the achievable bandwidth of the circuit. Continuous time architectures can, in principle, process higher frequency signals. Zetex' TRAC architecture achieved bandwidths more than an order of magnitude higher than its switched capacitor peers in the late 1990s and early 2000s. One architecture developed at the University of Freiburg in the last five years, has achieved unity gain of close to 200MHz. 



The recognition that most analogue circuitry now drives a digital core has led to the appearance of devices such as Cypress Semiconductor's PSoC and, more recently, Maxim Integrated's MAX11300. These put a series of analogue building blocks onto a digital chip. In the case of the PSoC, analogue functions are under the control of an on chip microcontroller. The Maxim part, meanwhile, is configured at design time to link different mixed signal elements such as A/D and D/A converters together directly.




Researchers demonstrate ultrafast charge transfer in new family of 2-D semiconductors 2014


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ew argument has just been added to the growing case for graphene being bumped off its pedestal as the next big thing in the high-tech world by the two-dimensional semiconductors known as MX2materials. An international collaboration of researchers led by a scientist with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)'s Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) has reported the first experimental observation of ultrafast charge transfer in photo-excited MX2 materials. The recorded charge transfer time clocked in at under 50 femtoseconds, comparable to the fastest times recorded for organic photovoltaics..

Changing temperature powers sensors in hard-to-reach places 2014


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The clock, powered by changes in temperature and atmospheric pressure, was invented in the early 17th century by a Dutch builder. Three centuries later, Swiss engineer Jean Leon Reutter built on that idea and created the Atmos mechanical clock that can run for years without needing to be wound manually.
Now, University of Washington researchers have taken inspiration from the clock's design and created a power harvester that uses natural fluctuations in temperature and pressure as its power source. The device harvests energy in any location where these temperature changes naturally occur, powering sensors that can check for water leaks or structural deficiencies in hard-to-reach places and alerting users by sending out a wireless signal.
"Pressure changes and temperature fluctuations happen around us all the time in the environment, which could provide another source of energy for certain applications," said Shwetak Patel, a UW associate professor of computer science and engineering and of electrical engineering.

Ultra sensitive biosensor from molybdenite semiconductor developed 2014



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 An atomically thin, two-dimensional, ultrasensitive semiconductor material for biosensing developed by researchers at UC Santa Barbara promises to push the boundaries of biosensing technology in many fields, from health care to environmental protection to forensic industries.
Based on molybdenum disulfide or molybdenite (MoS2), the biosensor material -- used commonly as a dry lubricant -- surpasses graphene's already high sensitivity, offers better scalability and lends itself to high-volume manufacturing. Results of the researchers' study have been published in ACS Nano.
"This invention has established the foundation for a new generation of ultrasensitive and low-cost biosensors that can eventually allow single-molecule detection -- the holy grail of diagnostics and bioengineering research," said Samir Mitragotri, co-author and professor of chemical engineering and director of the Center for Bioengineering at UCSB. "Detection and diagnostics are a key area of bioengineering research at UCSB and this study represents an excellent example of UCSB's multifaceted competencies in this exciting field."

Energy storage solutions 2014

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The scope of the companies’ collaboration will include grid-connected energy storage and microgrid applications.
“We are pleased to build on our achieved joint success and broaden our excellent cooperation with BYD. This next step will bring closer together two leading companies with highly complementary expertise and market access for electric energy storage,” said ABB’s chief executive officer Ulrich Spiesshofer.
“With this next step in our successful partnership, we live our promise: ‘Power and productivity for a better world’ in utilities, industries and transport & infrastructure.”
ABB added that it would like to use the partnership to develop renewables combined with energy storage in off-grid and on-grid solutions.

Grid connection and transformer solution for UK 2014

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The project, which is located on the Pentland Firth in Scotland, will generate energy from the strait between Orkney Islands and the Scottish mainland.
Phase I constitutes the demonstration phase and is expected to reach a capacity of 6 MW.
In an announcement made today, ABB confirmed that they would also be providing a transformer solution for the project, alongside the design, engineering, supply and commissioning of the power conversion and switchgear solutions. ABB will aim to provide
“We are pleased to facilitate this innovative project and tap the potential of marine energy,“ said Claudio Facchin, Head of ABB’s Power Systems division.
“It reaffirms the faith our customers have in ABB’s technology and proven capability to deliver safe, reliable and efficient grid connections which play a key role in integrating renewables, that are making an increasing contribution to the energy mix.”

Two new 220 kV substations 2014USA

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One substation will receive ABB’s gas-insulated switchgear, while the other will get air-insulated switchgear. Both with form part of the country’s plans to build new transmission lines to reinforce the Central Interconnected Grid, which serves over 90 percent of the population.
“These substations will help to extend and strengthen the grid, enhancing power supplies to meet the increasing demand for electricity and contributing to economic development,” said Oleg Aleinikov, head of ABB’s Substations business, a part of the company’s Power Systems division.
“ABB’s latest technologies such as the compact GIS will help reduce the substation’s footprint significantly, while ensuring efficiency and reliability.”

Harman Kardon Aura 2014

Harman Kardon Aura
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The Harman Kardon Aura looks more like a work of art than a speaker but it can do the job of both. While the $399.95 device looks striking, with a clear, curved dome and subtle lighting, it's also a functional and powerful wireless speaker that supports Bluetooth, AirPlay, and DLNA playback, and puts out an impressive amount of power

Logitech X300 Mobile Wireless Speaker 2014

Logitech X300
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The Logitech X300 Bluetooth speaker delivers a ton of sound in a tiny package for a terrific price. You can get more if you pay more, but in the sub-$100 range its performance is hard to beat.

Xplore Bobcat 2014

Xplore Bobcat
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A rugged Windows 8 slate, the Xplore Bobcat ($2,199) is a rough and tumble tablet that's not only armed to withstand the nastiest environments, it will also work harder thanks to a long-lasting battery and hot-swappable secondary cell that stretches total battery life to more than 10 hours. Combine this with a touch screen made for fingertips and gloves alike, two types of styli, and beefy protection against the elements, and it's a solid alternative.

Slimmer MacBooks Coming by 2015

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Apple’s ultra-slim MacBook Air could soon be shedding even more bulk. According to reports from Digitimes, the Cupertino, California-based hardware giant could launch thinner MacBook models by the end of this year, or at some point in 2015.

The Digitimes report doesn’t specify whether a slim redesign is coming to the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro or both. However, the Korean news site does claim that the current 13.3-inch version of the MacBook Pro is likely to be retired by the end of the year.

Apple TV 2014


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Over the course of the last three years, Apple has taken an even greater interest in the Apple TV, heavily boosting its functionality through both content offerings and hardware improvements. In addition to content from the iTunes Store, the Apple TV now offers more than 20 different channels, ranging from HBO GO to Netflix, with further deals in the works.

Apple's growing focus on content deals, along with specific comments from Steve Jobs on the company's interest in the television arena, has spurred countless rumors questioning the future of the device. Speculation has suggested that the Apple TV could be expanded into a gaming device, a cable box replacement, a full-blown television set, or a combination of all three.

Though the exact future of the Apple TV is still up in the air, it is clear that Apple has ambitious plans for both the device and its ultimate role in the television industry. As Apple CEO Tim Cook has repeated multiple times, television remains an area of "intense interest" for the company

iPhone 6 Apple's 2014



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Along with a larger screen, both models of the iPhone 6 are expected to adopt design elements from the iPad and the iPod touch. Alleged iPhone 6 schematics and part leaks have suggested the iPhone 6 will be considerably thinner than the current iPhone 5s, which is 7.6 mm. The final version of the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 is said to be 6.9 mm thick, 138 mm long, and 66 mm wide. The 5.5-inch iPhone 6 is said to be 7.1 mm thick, 158 mm long, and 78 mm wide.

The phones will also include rounded iPad-style corners, pill-shaped volume buttons, thick antenna bands, a rounded True Tone dual-LED flash, an embedded Apple logo, and a power button located on the right side of the device.

Rumors have suggested at least some models of the iPhone 6 might feature a durable sapphire display and both the 4.7 and 5.5-inch iPhone 6 are expected to see camera improvements. The larger 5.5-inch iPhone 6 might incorporate Optical Image Stabilization as a differentiating feature from the 4.7-inch iPhone 6, and it is also possible that the larger iPhone 6 will be the only model with a 128GB storage capacity, which has been mentioned in rumors and seen in leaked schematics. As a result, the larger phone might have a higher price tag.

Images of a completed logic board have suggested the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 will continue to offer 16GB of storage space at the low end, along with 1GB of RAM, support for NFC, and a Qualcomm MDM9625M LTE Modem that supports speeds of up to 150 Mbps. Specifications for the larger 5.5-inch iPhone remain unknown, but the device will likely include many of the same components.


PB and SM87 Series Fire Alarm or Emergency Call Points 2014


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Fire Alarm or Emergency Call Points have been designed for use in hazardous locations and harsh environmental conditions. They offer:
n-line and end-of-line resistors fitted for use in fire activation circuits
Optional LED to indicate operation
Plastic break glass element available—easy activation yet safe to touch
Corrosion resistant GRP—ideal for marine applications
Retained stainless steel cover screws—won’t corrode and never lose screws

Optional lift flap for protection

SOL Series Solar Module Kits 2014


Description:

Amperages 0-20A
Voltage 12VDC
PV Module (Solar Panel) Materials Clear anodized aluminum frame, potted or terminal type junction box, high transmission 1/8" thick tempered glass front with white polyester back and EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) encapsulant
Enclosure Materials NEMA 3R (standard) - aluminum; NEMA 4 (optional) - painted sheet steel; NEMA 4X (optional) - 316 stainless steel

FEATURES

Supply power to monitor remote assets and their locations to improve emergency response time and eliminate time-consuming, on-site inspection
Solar power is a mature technology which has been used for over 30 years in many applications requiring safe/reliable power sources
Eliminate the need for conduit, cables, cable tray, and the necessary infrastructure involved in developing grid power in remote applications
Pre-wired kits allow for quick installation by any qualified electrician
Long, maintenance-free battery life (4-6 years) eliminates the need for frequent battery replacement
Recommended temperature range: -30°C to 50°C (consult factory for more extreme temperatures)
Class I, Division 2 assemblies available

EBMC Series Explosionproof Combination Motor Starters 2014

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Rugged, corrosion resistant, cast copper-free aluminum construction (less than 0.4 of 1%)
Component operating handles located through the right side wall of the body permits visual confirmation of correct component assembly and operation
Total compliance to the wiring end room requirements of the National Electrical Code® / Canadian Electrical Code
Semi-clamshell enclosure design, with an external flanged ground joint between body and cover makes interior components more accessible
Minimum enclosure-to-enclosure spacing with little interference between the opened cover and an adjacent enclosure
Stainless steel hinges allow the cover to swing well out of the way
Stainless steel, quick release, captive, hex head cover bolts; stainless steel springs provide clear indication cover bolts are fully retracted from body
Versatile, internal operating mechanisms allow for field adjustment to accommodate popular manufacturers' starters and breakers
Simple, straightforward installation of breaker and starter on pre-drilled mounting plate within enclosure; mounting plate also field removable
Circuit breaker motor circuit protector external operating handle can be padlocked in either "ON" or "OFF" positions
Neoprene cover gasket permanently attached to the cover seals out moisture
Bodies have top and bottom drilled and tapped entrances for power conduits plus one at the bottom for control conduit; removable reducers are supplied, as standard, to accommodate smaller size conduits; all conduit entrances are plugged
Tap-on mounting feet
Optional EMPS control devices may be added to enclosure cover
Steel bracket for lifting larger enclosures during installation supplied as standard.

AWP heeft een breed assortiment aan lockers 2014

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Z-lockers, was-garderobekasten, gsm-of pc-lockers, lockers voor brandweer, lockers voor op kantoor... AWP biedt voor elk wat wils
Voordelen lockers
  • Kwalitatieve lockers uit staal
  • Ventilatiesysteem mogelijk
  • Modern design
  • Voorkomt diefstal (verschillende sloten mogelijk)
  • Aanpasbaar volgens wens van de klant



Soorten lockers
Locker / Opbergkast

Locker
Evolo: hier vindt u ook lockers speciaal voor de brandweer.
Opbergkast

Locker

Cambio: hier vindt u o.a. de Z-lockers.
Locker / Opbergkast

CAPTURE kalibratiesysteem 2014


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Torqueleader stelt u met trots het nieuwe Troque Kalibratiesysteem CAPTURE voor. Dit is ontworpen voor een maximum aan efficiƫnctie bij het testen van Torquesleutels.
Het display, de sensoren en de software zijn zeer gebruiksvriendelijk en vlot toepasbaar met manuele en elektrische instrumenten.

Torqueleader E-Torc 2014


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Elektronische momentsleutel met
microprocessorbesturing, verkrijgbaar in
een uitvoering voor hoekmeting en met
“just move” (= net bewegen) registratie;
ontworpen voor de meting en toepassing van
momentkracht. Ideaal voor gebruik in R&D,
kwaliteitscontrole, onderhoud en productie.
Een veelzijdig stuk gereedschap dat
u kunt gebruiken in combinatie met
een serie ratelkoppen en uitwisselbare
insteekgereedschappen.
Statistische en grafische analyse van resultaten
met behulp van Microsoft Excel® voor opslag
en analyse van gegevens.
Drie routines – track, peak en vooraf ingesteld
– en drie selecteerbare eenheden – N.m, lbf.ft
en lbf.in – maken het gereedschap geschikt voor
tal van toepassingen.

Sleutels voor momentkrachtmeting 2014


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  • Veelzijdig, hightechgereedschap
    voor kwaliteitscontrole, R&D en
    montagewerkzaamheden.
  • Voor de precieze meting en instelling van lage
    momentkrachten in beide draairichtingen,
    verkrijgbaar met een uitwendig vierkant of
    een inwendig zeskant. Ideaal voor tal van
    toepassingen.
  • Kan gebruikt worden in “track” of “memory”
    stand, voorzien van een geheugensysteem dat
    de integrale maximumwaarde afleest en de
    hoogste gemeten momentkracht registreert.
  • Ideaal voor elektronica, elektrische en
    huishoudelijke apparaten en kantoormachines.
    Nauwkeurigheid van ± 6% van de uitgelezen
    waarde.
  • Goedgekeurd voor gebruik in ESD-gevoelige
    omgeving.

Sleutels voor momentkrachtmeting met schaalindeling 2014


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  • Gebruikt voor R&D, productie, inspectie,
    kwaliteitscontrole en service.
  • Ontworpen voor de precieze instelling en
    meting van alle momentkrachtwaarden,
    nauwkeurig, betrouwbaar en voordelig.
  • Robuuste, lichtgewicht aluminiumconstructie,
    met ‘Dual Scale’ (metrische en Engelse)
    schaalindeling. Audiovisueel signaal dat de
    gebruiker meldt wanneer het ingestelde
    draaimoment bereikt is.
  • Dubbelzijdig ratelmechanisme voor snel
    ‘aandraaien’ in krappe ruimtes (behalve bij
    EDS-modellen). Vast- of losdraaien, links- of
    rechtsom draaien is hierdoor mogelijk en
    maakt deze voordelige sleutel perfect voor
    alle taken.
  • Nauwkeurigheid van ± 4% van de uitgelezen
    waarde.
  • and much more

90° Unidirectional Reversible Electric Actuator 2014

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90° Reversible Electrically Operated for 3-Way Ball Valves 115 VAC
This reversible 115 VAC weather-proof actuator is recommended for 90° incremental positioning of Hoke Selectomite® 3-way ball valves. Position indicator switches are standard.

Typical Applications

  • 90° positioning of Hoke Selectomite® 71 & 76
    Series 3-way ball valves. Select any port in desired sequence.
  • Anywhere shutoff position is required.
  • Automated instrument and process systems.
  • Test areas where remote control is mandatory.
  • For inaccessible areas where manual operation is not possible.

Sampling Cylinder Valves and Accessories 2014

1700 Series Heavy Duty Cylinder Valves
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Pressure ratings up to 5000 psig can be supplied as a special. Consult the factory for quotation of any cylinder rated above 1800 psig. 

When testing to ASME specifications is required, contact us for quotation and specify maximum pressure and temperature 

Other Materials 
Cylinders manufactured from other materials are available. Contact us for quotation. 

PTFE-lined Cylinders 
The interior of cylinders are available with a special FEP lining which provides excellent lubricity and very low permeability. To order add "PTFE-lined" following the cylinder part number. 

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