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Adapter System With Solder Pad Elevator
May 10, 2005 7:14 am | Emulation Technology Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsA new 3-in-1 Adapter System features the QFN/MLF SMT to SMT solder pad elevator, which is attached to the target board's pads using the standard SMT attachment process.
Low-profile, Three-output Inverter
May 10, 2005 7:14 am | Jkl Components Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsFeaturing a footprint of 30 x 90 mm and a height of 17 mm, the new BXA-12379 12 Vdc dc-ac inverter is capable of powering three cold cathode fluorescent lamps. This low-profile, three-output inverter is designed to provide stable, efficient ac power for miniature cold cathode and ultraviolet lamps.
Digital Cmos Output Optocoupler
May 10, 2005 7:14 am | California Eastern Laboratories | Product Releases | CommentsThe NEC SO-8 line of optocouplers now features a 15 MBd device, which is ideally suited for multiplexed data transmission and digital field bus isolation applications.
Hcmos Crystal Oscillator
May 10, 2005 7:14 am | Fox Electronics | Product Releases | CommentsThe new Fox465 SMD HCMOS crystal oscillator is designed to improve startup reliability of the timing circuit and is well suited for critical timing applications such as real time clocks and ICs. Operating at a frequency of 32.
Precision Resistor Voltage Divider
May 10, 2005 7:14 am | Bi Technologies | Product Releases | CommentsDesigned for aerospace, industrial, military, and medical industries, the SS1 Series SOT-23 packaged precision voltage divider network incorporates two ultra-stable Nichrome thin film resistors on silicon substrate connected in series.
Computer-aided Manufacturing Software
May 3, 2005 7:09 am | Gibbs And Associates | Product Releases | CommentsGibbsCAM 2005 offers engineers the ability to program computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools. This CAM software features several new functionalities, such as the ability to import alignment tools and incorporate drilling for smart depths and clearances when machining solid models.
Machine Simulation And Optimization Software
May 3, 2005 7:09 am | Cgtech | Product Releases | CommentsVericut 5.4 CNC machine simulation and optimization software enables users to inspect, analyze, and document the CNC programming and machining process, while producing enhanced results and reducing cycle time.
Medical Device Template
May 3, 2005 7:09 am | Ptc | Product Releases | CommentsThe PTC Medical Device Template is designed to help users in the medical device and equipment industry improve time-to-market, satisfy complex FDA regulations, lower regulatory compliance costs, and reduce the time needed to obtain regulatory approval.
Simulation And Optimization Software
May 3, 2005 7:09 am | Product Releases | Comments3G.Design Simulation/Optimization Suite 2005 R1 features 3G.author, 3G.central, and 3G.access. These components offer engineers bi-directional support for XXen functional modeling CAD system and random vibration and base excitation simulation functionality within the dynamic response module.
Solution For Mill-turn Machining
May 3, 2005 7:09 am | Dpac Technologies, Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsEspirit 2005 allows engineers to program multi-axis Swiss-style turning centers and determine their potential for single setup, versatile, accurate, unattended machining.
Triumphant Designs
May 3, 2005 6:43 am | Articles | CommentsAfter reviewing the 40 finalists and submitting their votes, the readers of Product Design & Development have chosen the winners Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards in the 10th Annual Engineering Awards.
Technology Basics
May 2, 2005 12:31 pm | Articles | CommentsAny article on permanent magnet dc motors is not complete without a review of the basics of the technology. Simply stated, all permanent magnet dc motors operate similarly by converting electrical energy into mechanical energy through the interaction of two magnetic fields.
Q&a: Advances In Motor Technology
May 2, 2005 12:30 pm | Articles | CommentsMike Lefebvre This month's Q&A examines the changes taking place in the design of today's brush-commutated dc motors. These changes include advancements influencing the assemblies, size, and materials.
Operator Switches
May 2, 2005 12:29 pm | Automation Systems Interconnect, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThese new two- and three-button switches can save space by taking the place of two or three cutouts, replacing them with only one. Any mounting position is allowed, and a mounting adapter comes standard with each operator.
Stainless Steel Switches
May 2, 2005 12:29 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe MSM Series of vandal-proof stainless steel pushbutton power switches cover a voltage range of 5 Vdc to 250 Vac at currents from 0.1 to 10 A. They are rated IP67 for water resistance and IK 07 for shock and impact. They can handle temperatures of -25° to +85°C. Switches extend only 1.
