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Batteries for test and measurement

17/12/2019

In early 2019, scientists across the globe voted in favour of modernising the traditional definition of a kilogram. Historically, it had been based on the weight of Le Grand K – a cylinder of platinum and iridium stored in a locked Parisian vault. Here, Neil Oliver, Technical Marketing Manager at Accutronics, explains why design engineers specifying batteries for test and measurement equipment should care.

How thermal mass flowmeters are helping to drive enhanced engine performance

17/12/2019

When it comes to the testing and development of the latest generation of petrol and diesel engine technology, there is one device that is used by almost every major manufacturer to help refine performance. David Bowers of ABB Measurement & Analytics explains why thermal mass flowmeters play a key role in engine development and why they have become the measurement method of choice throughout the automotive industry.

Sophisticated power analyser helps drone maker accelerate motor system testing

04/11/2019

The Yokogawa WT1800E Power Analyser is being used by Atmos UAV to optimise the range, efficiency and safety of Marlyn, the world’s first drone to combine Vertical Take Off and Landing (VTOL) and forward flight in a fully autonomous way.

The General Product Safety Directive – The world’s best kept secret?

04/11/2019

The General Product Safety Directive 2001/95/EC (GPSD) covers the safety of any products that do not fall under other European Union (EU) Directives. However, it is rarely recognised or understood by those within the supply chain, even though failure to comply may result in fines and/or imprisonment.

Equipping the workforce for Industry 4.0

04/11/2019

Manufacturing is being digitised and the manufacturing process is changing dramatically. This is a phenomenon known as Industry 4.0 (the fourth industrial revolution) and its benefits are immense. These include enabling the automation and streamlining of repetitive steps in manufacturing processes, resulting in enormous increases in efficiency.

Test Measurement Features

Batteries for test and measurement

How thermal mass flowmeters are helping to drive enhanced engine performance

Sophisticated power analyser helps drone maker accelerate motor system testing

The General Product Safety Directive – The world’s best kept secret?

Equipping the workforce for Industry 4.0