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Hardware Configurations
- The software makes generic calls to both oscilloscopes and motor controllers. For each installation, a configuration file determines the underlying drivers necessary for the specific tank setup in use. In this way, customization efforts for each system are minimized.
- The system has been optimized for the TektronixTM TDS30xx series of oscilloscopes. With this series, additional features such as high-resolution time waveform acquisition, automatic time window adjustment, and high speed data transfer are possible. Other oscilloscopes, such as the TektronixTM 24xx series and Hewlett PackardTM 54xxx scopes have been used as well.
- Motor controller interfaces have ranged from GPIB to RS-232 to PCI bus controllers, both commercial and "home grown". As long as access to the proper drivers is available, the software can be rapidly customized to the particular setup.
The Acoustic Measurement System Software is implemented in LabViewTM, the standard for laboratory instrumentation control and analysis. Source code can be provided, allowing users to further customize their installation to suit their specific requirements.
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