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Analog Devices’ MeasureWare revolutionises precision measurement and helps users better interpret their world A
nalog Devices (ADI) has launched MeasureWare, a plug and play suite of hardware measurement kits and
software studio tools to help fulfil the growing need for precision measurement across multiple industries including precision agriculture, machine health monitoring, electrochemistry and other areas requiring precise measurement. The introduction of MeasureWare marries ADI’s electronic engineering experience with those who require real-time data insights yet may lack the time or expertise to digest corresponding datasheets or do complex firmware development. ADI’s MeasureWare solutions are built to interface devices with the world around them, allowing users to more effectively measure the datasets necessary to their respective projects, such as temperature, weight, humidity, pH, pressure, etc. MeasureWare also offers flexibility to adjust and change measurement parameters as a project evolves. These solutions are currently being applied across such diverse applications as bee health monitoring, industrial monitoring, beverage production and cold chain for medication.
“We created MeasureWare to provide
precision measurement solutions to a growing customer base seeking to leverage the best of ADI’s technology without needing to become fluent in component and hardware specifications,” said Lorna Keane, director of MeasureWare, Analog Devices. “With MeasureWare and our associated partner network, we support users throughout their entire measurement journey, with solutions that scale from idea to production.” The intuitive MeasureWare Software Studio includes MeasureWare Designer which provides hardware recommendations to support the customer’s specific needs of their application. There is also MeasureWare Lab which allows customers to quickly steam and view monitoring results. Finally, there is MeasureWare Developer which is for the more advanced users; support preferences for host microcontroller and integrated development environments for application coding. Initially offering an ARM Mbed sample project and API but
other IDEs will be supported in the future. The MeasureWare web ecosystem is a hub where customers can learn and share experiences while receiving support
and ultimately get their prototype to production.
analog.com/measureware
GD Rectifiers looks to expand its product range for EVs and EV battery charging
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ith more than 227,000 electric cars (EVs) on the road today and 8,500 electric vans across 130 models and 25,733 charging points in the UK, the demand for power semiconductor components has increased tenfold over the past five years. As a result of the ever-growing demand of semiconductors and the attention on EVs across the power electronics industry, GD Rectifiers has this month announced the companies new focus on high powered fast EV chargers for the home market. They would like to partner with companies to develop EV chargers to provide a cost effective home charging solution. GD Rectifiers are available for collaborative projects working
with manufacturers on residential charging, with the aim of providing complete ready-to-use solutions for customers.
GD Rectifiers also stocks a wide range of power semiconductors used in the automotive industry, designed and manufactured specifically for electric vehicles, including power MOSFETs, IGBTs, rectifiers, protection devices and voltage regulators. They have extensive experience in power semiconductors and innovative cooling devices.
gdrectifiers.co.uk
Melexis introduces unique relative pressure sensor IC for EVAP systems in ICE and hybrid vehicles
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elexis, a global microelectronics engineering company, announces the MLX90821 relative pressure sensor IC designed for measuring
very low pressures in automotive applications. Using the latest MEMS technology closely integrated with an analog signal chain and digital signal processing, the MLX90821 is a system-in-package IC solution for the reliable measurement of fuel vapor pressure as low as 50 mbar and up to 700 mbar. This makes the MLX90821 suitable for EVAP systems designed for internal combustion engine or hybrid vehicles. Implementing fuel pressure vapour detection using so-called EVAP (evaporation) systems is increasingly important for automotive manufacturers, as more regions introduce strict legislation which prohibits the venting of fuel vapor to the atmosphere. As vapour builds up inside fuel tanks and crank cases, the EVAP
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systems are designed to capture, store and responsibly dispose of the vapour, preventing it from escaping into the air. Pressure sensors that can operate at very low pressures, like the MLX90821, are a crucial part of these systems, as they are able to detect even the smallest leaks that can potentially appear at any point in the EVAP system. “The MLX90821 is a relative pressure sensor that has the range, reliability, stability and accuracy to cover EVAP systems for both internal combustion and hybrid engines,” commented Laurent Otte, pressure sensors product line manager, Melexis. “This gives Tier 1 and module manufacturers the ability to standardise on a single design for both types of engine, using a sensor IC that is factory calibrated but can also be customized for each individual application. Its robust, easy to seal packaging is
certified to operate between -40 and +150 and comes with full PPAP support.”
melexis.com
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