Available in SPEOS for Pro/Engineer, Optis’ 3D Textures application offers lighting and backlighting designers advanced optical design capabilities.

Available in SPEOS for Pro/Engineer, Optis’ 3D Textures application offers lighting and backlighting designers advanced optical design capabilities. This tool enables designers to model even the most complex shape of microstructure onto any possible CAD shape and surface and to mix diverse construction materials. SPEOS enables engineers and designers to carry out complex, integrated mechanical and optical simulation seamlessly within their CAD environment. Using the Optis 3D Textures solution in SPEOS, designers and engineers can create hundreds of millions of modeled points on surfaces directly inside Pro/Engineer, providing them control of how the light behaves. Optis software enables the engineer to take into account human vision and thus simulate how the product will be perceived under any lighting conditions and viewing angle.

Jennifer Shuttleworth

EHOOKS (Easy Hooks) software from ETAS allows control engineers to add hooks to base ECU software without having to modify the source code.

EHOOKS (Easy Hooks) software from ETAS allows control engineers to add hooks to base ECU software without having to modify the source code. Benefits include rapid software prototyping and testing. EHOOKS also allows the conversion of all RAM variables into calibrations that can be adjusted during run time using various calibration software. User code is integrated from new functions into the ECU software for evaluation in real time. EHOOKS also can increase virtual software testing using in-the-loop technology, where functions on an ECU can be connected directly to the inputs and outputs of a vehicle model simulated on the PC without the need for signal conditioning hardware. Users are able to reduce prototyping activities, including a decreased number of ECU software releases required before start of production and the creation of software versions in less time.

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Jenny Hessler

The MRA air/electronic column from Stotz USA eliminates the need for a PC in combining measurements and SPC (statistical process control) data, thereby resulting in a lower overall system cost for the user.

The MRA air/electronic column from Stotz USA eliminates the need for a PC in combining measurements and SPC (statistical process control) data, thereby resulting in a lower overall system cost for the user. Incorporating air gauging and electronic gauging into a simple design, the column is designed specifically for use on high-production, tight-tolerance parts. According to the manufacturer, the MRA integrates more measurements and more SPC data than any other system available without a PC add-on. The device features an easy-to-read 12-in touch screen where the actual part can be displayed with all relevant points of measurement shown on-screen. Programming to the column is done using either the touch screen or remotely with computer software. There are four bays in the front of the column that allow either electronic (LVDT-half bridge) cards or air-electronic cards to be inserted. Each card can host four simultaneous measurements.

Jennifer Shuttleworth

XL Vu from GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies is a portable video probe designed for basic inspection where operators need a quick view of hard-to-access areas.

XL Vu from GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies is a portable video probe designed for basic inspection where operators need a quick view of hard-to-access areas. The cost-effective XL Vu meets the requirements of companies that need to perform basic inspections with high image quality yet don’t need the additional features found in higher-end models. With a full-tip optic interchangeability with secure double threads, the video probe provides inspectors access to exactly what they need to conduct accurate inspections. Suitable for use in the automotive and aerospace industries, the XL Vu features: intuitive, easy-to-use controls; a Servo motor all-way probe articulation; standard ac-corded or upgraded battery-powered options; 1 GB internal flash memory; and 1 USB 2.0 port, VGA video out.

Jennifer Shuttleworth