ENHANCED ENVIRONMENT FOR DEVELOPING ADVANCED GUIS FOR EMBEDDED APPLICATIONS
Workshop4 PRO. This latest launch features
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D Systems has released the latest version of its graphical
intelligent display integrated development environment (IDE),
enhancements to the standard features of the base version of the Workshop4 IDE with options that extend productivity for developing advanced GUIs for embedded applications. It features four different development environments that provide an integrated editor, compiler and linker toolchain from which to create application code and incorporate graphical objects for the
complete range of 4D Systems’ display modules and processors. This release adds a new smart
widgets editor tool that assists with the creation of three new smart object types when using the Visi- Genie environment. These are smart gauges, smart knobs and smart sliders, and the editor allows the creation of such objects with up to five layers, these being placed above or below the object’s base layer. The layers can be built up into
advanced and visually informative graphical objects, and can also incorporate static images, numbers or text. Such an approach aids developers to add complex and feature-rich user interfaces to an end application in a straightforward and simple manner. Workshop4 is available for free
download from the 4D Systems website. The Workshop4 PRO features require a one-time licence.
http://www.4dsystems.com.au/
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SEE THE RISE OF THE ‘MICRO’ MACHINES AT MICRO NANO MEMS 2017
part of the annual Sensors & Instrumentation show, sponsored by industry giant Mouser, attendees of Micro Nano MEMS will have exclusive access to innovative feature areas. Debuting at the event this year brand
Exploring new innovations and solutions in small and ultra-precision technology, Micro Nano MEMS 2017 is the perfect opportunity to discover new industry developments in the micro arena. As a
new feature areas include: The Drone Zone Demo Area, hosted by the UK Drone Show, incorporating demonstrations of the real life applications that are possible with advancing drone technology and the obstacles that will need to be overcome for this vision to become a reality. Witness the agility of drones during
technical flight demonstrations as well as presentations from experts. Also new for 2017 is Connecting Industry LIVE, featuring Stanley Qubit, a fully autonomous NAO-25 humanoid robot as seen on BBC 1. Designed to provide exhibitors with the opportunity to showcase their products live on stage to a targeted and dedicated audience, this event will forge a link between technology innovators and end users, enabling them to find and discuss ways that they can improve their operational efficiency, productivity and profitability.
www.micronanomems.com
Stadium Stontronics has introduced a slimline, high-efficiency din rail product range up to 960W, which has been designed up to 30% smaller than the industry standard for industrial automation, control and instrumentation applications. With an input range of 90 – 264VAC, the product range is suitable for worldwide use. The DG din rail series offers a high efficiency up to 94.5% and an operating temperature range of -25°C to 70°C across the range in a slim casing ranging from 32mm to 110mm in width. The products are designed for installation on TS-35/75 or TS- 35/15 din rails.
www.stontronics.com NETWORK ANALYSER S
mart technology has revolutionised many market
segments and in particular is challenging conventional methods of healthcare as explored in our wireless focus on p8. Safety is a key issue when it comes to wearables with all important industry standards creating compliancy issues as discussed on p10. Designing out system failure is the topic of focus in our cover story special on p12. Turn to p14 to hear about the latest in interconnection technology for the defence sector. Also don’t miss our Military, Aerospace and Defence special focus supplement in this issue ahead of DSEi 2017. Michelle Winny Editor
4 JULY/AUGUST 2017 | ELECTRONICS
A vector network analyser has been launched by Rohde & Schwarz, aimed at RF measurements for characterising components such as antennas, attenuators, filters and PCBs. The new standalone instrument comes in at a lightweight 6kg and has a footprint of just 408mm x 235mm, saving up to two thirds of space on the workbench compared with competitive VNAs. The two-port vector network
analyser not only saves space but also provides quick and accurate measurements, as it features an easy- to-use S-parameter wizard. The R&S ZNLE performs bidirectional measurements of the S11, S21, S12 and S22 S parameters. An optional GPIB interface is available for remote control of the analyser. The instrument comes in two models with frequency ranges from 1MHz to 3GHz (R&S ZNLE3) and to 6GHz (R&S ZNLE6). The R&S ZNLE offers a wide dynamic
range of typically 120dB and measurement bandwidths from 1Hz to 500kHz. Measurement time is just
9.6ms for 201 points at 100kHz measurement bandwidth, for a 200MHz span, with two-port TOSM/SOLT calibration. For stable, repeatable measurements, the R&S ZNLE produces low trace noise of typically 0.001dB. This instrument features a large 10.1"
WXGA touchscreen, providing good visibility of all traces. The touchscreen supports zooming in and out of traces using multitouch gestures. The well- structured user interface makes it possible to access every function with a minimum number of steps. Undo/Redo softkeys are available to cancel and restore user entries. Context-sensitive help menus for the diverse functions and parameters facilitate interactive operation. Calibration of the instrument is just
as straightforward. This solution incorporates the same calibration wizard used in other Rohde & Schwarz R&S ZNx analysers. Calibration units are also supported. To make life even easier, the "Start Auto Cal" function delivers automatic calibration at the touch of a button.
www.rohde-schwarz.com
For ODU Connectors 2017 marks the company’s 75 years since it was first founded in
Bavaria.It is also 30 years since their first UK subsidiary was established. In addition, so as to improve their service to UK customers, ODU UK has introduced a new business model for 2017. They have re-structured to give a focus firmly at the front-end, whilst at the same time they have shortened their supply chain, with direct-ship and customer support now coming direct from its corporate HQ in Muhldorf.
www.odu-uk.co.uk
Bosch Sensortec's environmental sensor BME680 provides highly accurate measurement of indoor air quality, barometric pressure, relative humidity and ambient air temperature. It is housed in a robust yet compact 3.0 x 3.0 mm² package making it ideal for both mobile and stationary applications. Consumer electronic products utilising the BME680 include Bosch Smart Home Twinguard, a smart smoke detector with an indoor air quality sensor and the i-BLADES Smartcase, a modular phone case that as one of its features turns your smartphone into a portable indoor air quality monitor.
www.bosch-sensortec.com / ELECTRONICS
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