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Accelerometer Signal Simulators vs. Calibrators: What to Use and When
In high-reliability industries like aerospace, defense, and industrial diagnostics, precise vibration measurements are essential. But verifying and maintaining that accuracy depends on using the right tool and that’s where accelerometer calibrators and simulators come into play. While they’re often mentioned together, calibrators and simulators serve different purposes. Misunderstanding the distinction can lead to incorrect testing methods, wasted time, or even compromised data quality. This blog will help you understand the difference between accelerometer simulators and calibrators, compare key specifications, and identify the best use case for each. Calibrator vs. Simulator: Understanding the Tools Let’s start with a quick [...]
Accelerometer Calibration: Best Practices for Field and Lab Accuracy
Accelerometers play a crucial role in measuring vibration for aircraft engines, industrial machinery, and structural health monitoring. But like any precision instrument, their readings can drift over time, affecting data accuracy. That’s where accelerometer calibration becomes essential. Whether you're verifying sensors in a lab or testing data acquisition systems in the field, following a structured calibration approach ensures your vibration measurements remain accurate, traceable, and compliant with industry standards. What Is Accelerometer Calibration? Accelerometer calibration is the process of comparing the sensor’s output against a known reference standard to determine if it’s producing accurate results. If there’s a deviation, [...]
Press Release: Vitrek Adds New 16-Bit Resolution, 4 Channel A/D Card To GaGe Product Line
Vitrek, LLC Expands Industry-Leading MTI PBS line to include the PBS eXpress™, a Portable Engine Balancing System for Business and Regional Jets Lightweight, portable system utilizes proven PBS technology for fast, highly accurate rebalancing of small-frame turbofan and turboprop engines
Press Release: Vitrek, LLC Expands Industry-Leading MTI PBS line to include the PBS eXpress™, a Portable Engine Balancing System for Business and Regional Jets
Vitrek, LLC Expands Industry-Leading MTI PBS line to include the PBS eXpress™, a Portable Engine Balancing System for Business and Regional Jets Lightweight, portable system utilizes proven PBS technology for fast, highly accurate rebalancing of small-frame turbofan and turboprop engines
Unlock RF Spectrum Secrets with the GaGe CSE1622 Digitizer
Summary: High-speed spectrum sensing is essential in many radar applications and can be achieved by modern digitizers paired with radios. The GaGe CSE1622, a gallium-germanium 16-bit, 200-MS/s PCIe digitizer, is utilized for this purpose. It rapidly captures 40-MHz-wide snapshots of the spectrum, which are filtered and down-converted by the SI-8614 Nanoceptor receiver. The data is then processed using LabVIEW virtual instruments (VIs), optimized for near-continuous capture rates and efficient real-time monitoring. For optimal performance, a LabVIEW producer-consumer loop is employed. The producer loop quickly queues data captured from the digitizer; however, the consumer loop processes it slower using [...]
Precision Methane Isotope Analysis with Gage Digitizer Technology
Summary: Methane measurements have reached new levels of precision with the development of a spectrometer capable of decoding the intricacies of infrared light. At the heart of this advancement is a GaGe digitizer, a critical component enabling rapid switching between two specific wavelengths. This innovative approach effectively reduces noise interference stemming from temperature and frequency fluctuations, a common challenge in such measurements. Researchers have achieved remarkable accuracy in determining methane isotope ratios by harnessing the power of optically switched dual-wavelength cavity ring-down spectroscopy (OSDW-CRDS). This breakthrough opens doors to a deeper understanding of methane's role in climate change, [...]
Revolutionizing Ultrasound Imaging with Gage Digitizer
Summary: Researchers have developed a cutting-edge ultrasound system to provide unprecedented detail of blood flow in mice. This technology enables exact measurements of even the smallest blood vessels by combining a high-frequency 30 MHz linear array transducer with a GaGe digitizer. The system's exceptional sensitivity allows it to detect incredibly low blood flow velocities, as minimal as 0.1 mm/s. This level of precision is crucial for understanding the intricate dynamics of the circulatory system in small animals. The system employs a sophisticated 16-channel analog beamformer and advanced signal processing techniques to achieve this level of precision. The real-time [...]
Manual vs. Semi-Automated Metrology Systems: An Analysis
In the world of precision measurement, metrology systems play a vital role. Choosing the right system – manual or semi-automated – can significantly impact the efficiency, accuracy, and overall productivity of your operations. As a provider of both manual and semi-automated metrology systems, MTI Instruments is uniquely capable of comparing their features, benefits, and what makes each product unique. Whether you’re already in the industry or just starting out, this will provide valuable insights to help you make an informed decision about which system best suits your needs. […]
A Season of Learning: Unpacking Vitrek’s Fall Webinar Schedule!
As autumn leaves begin to fall, it’s time to cozy up with a hot cup of coffee and immerse yourself in a season of learning with Vitrek. We are excited to announce our Fall Webinar Schedule, an array of enlightening sessions designed to expand your knowledge and skills in the field of electrical safety testing and power analysis. […]