JUNE 2012 
IN THIS ISSUE
Addressing the Challenges of Small Pad Probing
Test solutions for today's Green Energy Electronics
GNSS R&D TESTING ISSUES
Keithley measurement handbooks
Detecting security threats
dbGuard RF Enclosure
NEW eCatalogs  
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16 page Measurement Experts Guide 

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Probe selection guide
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Guide to Measuring New Materials and Devices
Tektronix
ABCs of Selecting the right scope probe
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DC Power Supplies

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RF Switch
   
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Research & Development
In the recent Government of Canada 2012 Budget, there is a new emphasis on research and development.
The Government is committed to a new approach to supporting innovation that focuses resources on private sector needs, supporting Entrepreneurs, Innovators and World-Class Research.

This month's newsletter focuses on solutions to help your R&D needs.

To read more about the government's intended spending, titled:  

Introduction

The application-focused EPS200RF is a complete solution for best-in-class RF measurements up to 67 GHz. Based on the PM8 system platform, the SMART RF 200 mm package includes all the hardware, software and accessories you need to confidently probe RF devices with pads as small as 25 µm x 35 µm.


Features & Benefits
  • Application-ready - right out of the box
  • Consistently deliver credible, accurate measurement results
  • Effortlessly probe RF devices with pads as small as 25 μm x 35 μm
  • Minimize training efforts by operating with ease and confidence
  • Gain free time with simplified system re-configuration and minimized errors
Smaller pads not only utilize less device real estate, they also allow sacrificial test structures to be placed in scribe lines, meaning process control monitoring and device characterization can be performed without using valuable space for sellable circuits. Probing pads with large dimensions is relatively simple with conventional probe technologies.
A conventional probe mark compared to an InfinityQuad probe mark using a similar scale.
However, when trying to probe pad sizes of 50 um x 50 um or less, side skate becomes a challenge as it causes wider probe marks and can change the probe pitch with overtravel. Read how InfinityQuad solves this and other challenges of probing small pads.

Test solutions for today's Green Energy Electronics
FREE 1 Hour Seminar: Test solutions for today's Green Energy Electronics. 
 

Date: June 20, 2012 (EPT Show) 

Details:Actors Room 1 - 2 PM

 

Overview of Ametek Programmable test solutions and how it has evolved  

  • Important factors in defining your test strategy
  • E-LOADS
  • DC Power supplies
  • AC sources
  • Testing Grid interfaced products
  • Solar Inverter testing and simulation
GNSS R&D TESTING ISSUES
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Introduction
Today, the challenges facing GPS/GNSS R&D teams developing new GPS/GNSS test solutions 
are immense. In a few years time there will be over 160 GNSS signals available from satellites comprising 4 main constellations -GPS,
GLONASS, Galileo and Compass. To ensure design success you need to ensure that: 
  • You have the right benchmark test system in place, with Multi-GNSS capability  
  • You have a flexible GNSS test platform that can deliver best-in-class performance
  • You can justify your spend on GNSS test equipment and GNSS testing 
  • Your GNSS R&D objectives are not compromised through inadequate testing

So how can you ensure that your test platform gives you results that you can trust, with all of the GNSS test features that you need today and ahead into the Multi-GNSS future? read more 

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Keithley E-Guide to DMMS
Introduction 
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For many of today's devices, you need find a digital multimeter (DMM) that offers a combination of value and high precision. Learn about the full range of precision digital multimeters available from Keithley in our new e-guide to digital multimeters (DMMs).

With this free online e-guide, you'll not only get useful selector guides and product information, but also access to eight application notes on these important topics:

  • Determining Resistivity and Conductivity Type
  • Solutions for Production Testing of Connectors
  • Peak Detection
  • Production Testing of Thermistors
  • Optimizing Switch/Read Rates
  • High Speed Testing of High Brightness LEDs
  • LLCR Pin Socket Testing
  • Burn-in Testing Techniques for Switching Power Supplies
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In-place monitoring systems detect security threats
Introduction

In-Place Monitoring (IPM) systems provide effective detection and geolocation of potential security threats in or around sensitive buildings, installations and public venues.

The RFeye is the ideal receiver for use in IPM systems. By detecting the location and signal characteristics of suspicious transmitters, or detecting unusual patterns of radio transmissions, RFeye can help identify potential breaches of security or provide intelligence to mitigate specific risks. learn more  

dbGuard Series RF Shielding Test Enclosure
 

The Product...

The Testforce dbGuard Series RF Shielding Test Enclosures allow you to conduct high quality RF level testing while maximizing your test equipment investment. These advanced RF shielding test enclosures provide the performance and durability you require. Whether in manufacturing, R&D, engineering, or service, the dbGuard's interchangeable test cartridges provide the versatility necessary for all departments and applications.

The dbGuard is fitted with Testforce's IASG (Inverted Asymmetrical Squarewave Gasket) design enabling seamless and robust shielding to a superior isolation of up to 100 dB. The universal I/O panel is custom configurable with a wide range of options including filtered USB and high density RF connectors.
To get more info on the dbGuard, download the data sheet.
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