KIPiS articles

Author(s):  Afonskaya, Tatiana , Afonskiy, Alexander
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #6
The previous issue of our magazine keeps the article about the software advantages for modern handheld multimeters. In the present issue we decided to analyze all of the advantages of the work automation with handheld environment meters. We took air velocity measuring devices, or anemometers, as an example. More details are represented in this article.

Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #5
Since the electric power cost is still rather high, lots of organizations try to decrease the level of power consumption. Before now most of the organizations didn’t analyze their monthly power consumption and didn’t separate it from the general municipal service payment. Until you consider the way you use the power it will be hard to find the right decision of its consumption decrease. The current article contains hands-on advice to make your work more efficient.

Author(s):  Lemeshko N., Rumyantsev K.
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #5
In the present article they consider the question of spectrum analyzers use when solving electromagnetic compatibility problem. Here you will find the analysis of the main tasks in the field of EMC and also read about the advantages of handheld spectrum analyzers comparing to the nonportable laboratory devices. In this article R&S FSH series spectrum analyzers are compared to the initial and average level devices which may help you to see the way they can replace each other when solving the described tasks.

Author(s):  Curran, Jim
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #5
At the beginning of every new product program, tremendous amounts of time, attention and money go into defining and integrating the required test system. Once a test system is up and running, the responsible organization needs confidence that it will keep going. That’s why Keysight is offering Instrument Lifecycle Solutions, including Extended Service Period solutions.

Author(s):  Afonskiy, Alexander
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #5
Time and again the topic of our magazine was the development of high-end multimeters. Recently there has been absolutely new software designed for handheld multimeters named Aktakom Digital Multimeter Monitor. This software allows user to enter the necessary data and display the current values and the measurement history as a table or a graph with max., min. and average values, with further opportunity to process and save the data received from AKTAKOM multimeters. Read the present article to see which AKTAKOM models this software is capable of operating with, what software versions it has and what features and capabilities this software is ready to offer.

Author(s):  Bogdanoff, Daniel
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #4
Logic analyzers offer two main meth-ods for capturing data, state mode and timing mode. Timing mode (sometimes known as «asynchronous mode») is the sampling methodology shared by both oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #4
Hardware and software package from National Instruments allow the embedded systems developers to create systems very fast and with low expenses. The present article contains an example of the automation of electrically driven pumps test block which was based on the reconfigurable NI RIO platform. For more information read this article.

Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #4
If you need an insulation resistance tester but do not know which characteristics, what output testing voltage and other functions it should have you need to consider 6 main aspects. First of all it’s necessary to carefully explore the equipment under test, check the output voltage requirements, check the test terms, see other possible application types, make sure the level of the user’s qualification and skills is high enough as well as to explore the safety precautions for this insulation resistance tester. The present article contains the tips which will help you to make the right choice.

Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #4
On May 26-27 Keysight Technologies jointly with Cascade Microtech è Maury Microwave held a two day seminar dedicated to the wide range of solutions to test material parameters as well as semiconductor devices. Keysight is one of the leaders in this sphere and the only company ready to introduce such a wide range of products and solutions for this area. Together with Cascade Microtech è Maury Microwave Keysight demonstrated measuring devices and softwares capable of joint operation and making all-in-one systems. Find more details in this review.

Author(s):  Lemeshko N., Strunin P.
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #3

Author(s):  Shumskiy I.
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #3

Author(s):  Kuhwald T., Hellwig M.
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #1
This article briefly discusses the possibility of signal analysis using the archive function implemented in R&S RTO oscilloscopes.

Author(s):  Sook-Wai Wong
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #1
Periodic testing is the best approach for preventive maintenance of electrical equipment and charting result values helps in monitoring the trend of the insulation resistance, which helps predict the future need for action. This article describes the insulation resistance testing method commonly used for preventive maintenance activities. However, you should consult the original product/ equipment manufacturer for more detailed information.

Author(s):  Afonskiy, Alexander
Issue:  KIPiS 2015 #1
Earlier the remote control development of general purpose measuring devices was based on the use of PC and software and as a rule within Windows OS operation capabilities. In general it corresponded to the main development trends of computing and instrument engineering. As the popularity of tables keeps on growing wireless solutions to remotely control measurement processes are gaining the lead. At the moment AKTAKOM introduces device series intended for the work with tablet PCs under Android OS. Read the present article for more details about new AKTAKOM devices including those which were already demonstrated at 2015 International CES.

Issue:  KIPiS 2014 #6
With recent introductions of new user interfaces oscilloscope vendors are providing new flexibly in their displaying of measurement and waveform data, allowing users to view more data on screen without giving up precious signal to noise ratio and allowing users to take full advantage of multiple displays.

Author(s):  Lemeshko N.
Issue:  KIPiS 2014 #6
The present article describes the use of oscillography in forming solutions for electrotechnical tasks including analysis of dynamic characteristics of secondary supply source loads and parameters. In this article you will read about the methods for analysis of dynamic characteristics, about the particularities of oscilloscope connection to electrotechnical circuits. Hereof you will get to know of the ability to use R&S RTO-K13 option for the analysis of power supply parameters. Also you will see the examples of this option use to measure the starting current and current harmonics.

Author(s):  Afonskiy, Alexander
Issue:  KIPiS 2014 #6
Nowadays the capabilities of power supplies are significantly broadened and they keep on developing. In this article you will see what new features a modern power supply can include by example of AKTAKOM APS-7305L. In 2013 this model specifications helped it to win two nominations in «Best & Test» contest annually help by «Test & Measurement World». At the end of 2014 AKTAKOM APS-7305L has been visibly modificated. Read the present article to see what new functions have been added to this very model and some others of AKTAKOM power supplies.

Author(s):  Afonskiy, Alexander, Guskov Andrey
Issue:  KIPiS 2014 #5
One of the most frequent measurement tasks that manufacturing enterprises have is the control over rotational velocity of shafts and other turning parts in different engines, mechanism, e.g. electric motors, turbine, internal combustion engines, fans and so on. This device is very important in industry since its correct operation can prevent accidents and guarantee the correct operation of a complete aggregate. The present article introduces several high-quality models of AKTAKOM tachometers that can meet the requirements of your measurement task.

Author(s):  Rowland, Barry
Issue:  KIPiS 2014 #5
This article describes the evaluation of the main dynamic behaviors of a DC/DC buck converter. The test procedures and measurements described will determine whether the converter operates in a safe manner, and whether it meets its design goals for start-up time, inrush current, peak inductor current, inductor behavior, and output ripple and ripple spectrum.

Issue:  KIPiS 2014 #5
Do you want to accurately measure signals with minimal effects from your oscilloscope probe? This paper will cover probe selection, circuit loading, and factors effecting measurement accuracy.