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Automated Test System (2)
Operating Software and Programming Languages for the PXI/PXIe Platform
March 9, 2022
When it comes to the PXI and PXIe platforms, there are a few software options available depending on your requirements. The PXI standard defines the..
You Ask, We Answer; FAQs about Ground Connections to Pickering's PXI Switching
January 5, 2022
As an applications engineer at Pickering, I often receive questions from customers about how Pickering's PXI switching products are referenced to..
Electronic Testing 101: Cables and Connectors
December 20, 2021
It's important to remember that the weakest part of your electronic test system will limit the effectiveness of the test. We’ve talked about the test..
Electronic Testing 101: The Different Types of Relays and their Specs
November 16, 2021
As discussed in my last post, Electronic Testing 101: Questions to ask when Reviewing Test Specs or Outlining Reqs, no one relay will operate from..
Electronic Testing 101: What to Ask when Reviewing Test Specs or Reqs
November 8, 2021
For those of you who are new to functional test or beginning a new project, you have some “homework” to do. Before placing your first purchase order..
You Ask, We Answer; FAQs about Pickering's PXI/ PCI Shared Memory Driver
October 20, 2021
The support engineers at Pickering are here to answer your frequently asked questions (FAQs), from "how do I get started?" to "how do I install..
Cracking the No-Fault-Found Code in your Automated Test Repair Process
October 13, 2021
Years ago, I was a technical support manager for a company that manufactured modular test and measurement equipment. While our support team..
Relay 101: The Different Types of Relays and How they Operate
June 23, 2021
When selecting a switching system, the relays used in the switching modules are either mechanical or solid-state in construction. Each has unique..
How to Diagnose Faults in Your Automated Test System
June 23, 2021
Switching Modules are at the heart of the modern ATS, providing many benefits to production teams. These include fast test times, accurate and..
How to Introduce USB into a PXI Test Environment
June 21, 2021
Much has been said about integrating PXI products with LXI and VXI to create hybrid test systems, taking the best of each standard and combining it..