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QTC force sensors in gaming mouse give a more precise, intuitive HMI experience P
eratech, a world leader in force- sensing technology, has announced integration into the world’s first
mouse with force-sensitive analogue buttons. The Z from Swiftpoint is the first gaming mouse with pivot, tilt and roll, and utilises Peratech sensors for revolutionary ‘Deep Click’ buttons, enabling users to access dozens of different button actions while barely moving their fingers. Peratech’s Quantum Tunnelling Composite (QTC) Single Point sensors incorporated into the mouse enable faster, more intuitive and precise movements compared with other mice. The thin, compact SP200-10 sensors have a large dynamic range, excellent repeatability and minimal moving parts for high reliability.
SP200-10 sensors require real force to activate them, which reduces false activation. The mouse provides tactile feedback as it recognises the depth of click made when the Deep Click pressure- sensitive buttons are pressed. For gamers, the manifold benefits include configurable activation force and the ability to control throttle or speed when driving, flying or running. Integrated scope and zoom control is now possible, and gamers can use a normal click for a light attack or a harder click to launch a heavy attack. Grant Odgers, CTO at Swiftpoint said:
“The force control offered by Peratech’s SP200-10 sensors enabled us to create a product with the intuitive analogue control gamers want. And it isn’t just gamers who
can benefit; the Deep Click pressure- sensitive buttons give designers and programmers an enhanced user experience through multi-level text selection and enhanced copy and paste. In fact, anyone who creates, edits and views documents now has more precise control when navigating applications and data as they can scroll through documents slowly or quickly based on force.” Mike Levin, CCO at Peratech, commented: “We’re delighted to work with Swiftpoint to create the most advanced gaming mouse on the market. Our SP200 force sensors, in conjunction with an accelerometer, gyroscope and tactile feedback give gamers, power users and designers the multi-functional
precision tool they have been demanding.”
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Connecting technology innovators with end users F
ollowing eight successful years, the Micro Nano MEMS pavilion is now firmly established as the UK’s leading event for small and ultra-precision technology and as part of the annual Sensors & Instrumentation show, benefits from access to all of its brilliant feature areas. The specialised feature areas provide the exclusive opportunity to share knowledge and see the latest products up close and in action. Exhibitors and visitors will be able to interact with the Live Demo stage, a part of Connecting Industry LIVE!, that will offer a dedicated and interactive showcase area allowing exhibitors to display their new products and technologies. Neil Mead, managing editor of the industrial division at Datateam Business Media, explains: “The Live Demo
Stage will be the centrepiece of this new event where exhibitors will have the opportunity to show the audience what they can offer via live technical product demonstrations. This will also give visitors the chance to learn and understand how these could benefit their own particular manufacturing operations and applications. “Providing a vital link between product developers, solution engineers and end users, Connecting Industry LIVE will offer two days of unmissable networking, demonstration and learning opportunities for anyone involved in the manufacturing Industry.” The Innovation Showcase is returning for its third
year. Situated at a key point within the hall, this too has been expanded to allow even more exhibitors to
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Complete measurements, complete portability T
he Yokogawa DL350 ScopeCorder is the most comprehensive fully portable measuring instrument available for capturing, displaying, recording and analysing a wide variety of electrical and physical parameters in industry sectors including automotive, electronics, energy, transport and mechatronics.
Like other models in Yokogawa’s ScopeCorder family, the DL350 combines features of a general-purpose oscilloscope and those of a high-performance data acquisition recorder in a single, portable instrument. Unlike alternative portable measuring solutions such as oscilloscopes and combined oscilloscope/multimeters, it
adds exceptionally high levels of precision and accuracy to field measurements, isolated inputs for measurements at high voltage levels, and long-memory capabilities that allow long-term recording for many hours or even days. Another key feature of the DL350 ScopeCorder is its plug-in modularity, which allows it to be configured to suit a variety of user applications. Whether carrying out straightforward high-precision voltage measurements or handling a blend of signals coming from such things as current probes, temperature sensors, strain gauges, accelerometers and serial buses, the DL350 can deliver, without extra boxes or cables.
This flexible input capability is achieved by incorporating two slots which are populated with any of 18 different types of user-swappable input modules. This means, for example, that four isolated 16- bit voltage inputs can be measured at speeds of one megasample per second (MS/s) alongside 16 temperatures or two separate CAN or LIN buses each containing 60 signals. Changing a single module enables measurement at 100
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MS/s with 12 bits and 1 kV of isolation. Meanwhile there are 16 logic inputs always available, with even more available by swapping a further module. The DL350 offers compatibility with many existing ScopeCorder input modules and thereby provides a potential cost saving to existing users. They will also benefit from the features and functions they have come to value which are represented in the DL350 in a more portable package. For users who are more familiar with
chart recorders than with long-memory oscilloscopes, the DL350 offers a choice of operating modes. Recorder mode is suitable for long-term, continuous recording for a specific duration and where the sampling interval is specified. A set-up wizard can be used in this mode to guide the operator quickly through the entire set- up process.
Scope mode allows the DL350 to be used just like an oscilloscope with all the associated benefits, including comprehensive triggering and flexible memory use. Using the history memory enables up to 1000 separate triggered
display their latest products and technology, forging an all-important link between technology innovators and end users. Micro Nano MEMS will also have an exclusively allocated seminar theatre, featuring high quality presentations from leading users of technologies and industry commentators from across the globe. Providing design engineers with the information and knowledge required to optimise micro and nano manufacturing opportunities, Micro Nano MEMS connects thought-leaders with the technology needed to facilitate further advances in this fast developing field.
acquisitions to be captured to the internal memory so that the causes and effects of abnormalities can be carefully analysed. An 8.4-inch resistive touch screen has been adopted to deliver superior noise-free performance. In environments with the highest levels of electrical noise such as motors and inverters, measurement precision is maintained whilst enabling the unit to be operated using gloved hands or a stylus. Even when the backlight is switched off, and the touch screen is inactive, the user still has access to the START/STOP, manual trigger and data saving keys.
The DL350 is based on an A4-sized compact chassis and weighs less than 2.6Kg excluding battery and under 4Kg when populated with a battery and 2 x 4 channel modules. The built-in rechargeable battery provides three hours of continuous operation which, when combined with either mains or 10-30 V DC power, provides the DL350 with a highly reliable power supply and worry-free recording for tests that are difficult or expensive to repeat.
http://www.yokogawa.com www.cieonline.co.uk
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