Measurements - Physical, General & Miscellaneous Engineering, Data Processing, Scientific Instruments
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Overview
This book provides a basis by which instruments and transducers can be selected, assembled and integrated with a computer to measure and control physical processes in an accurate and predictable manner. It consists of two parts, the first of which lays the theoretical foundation for the second. First the Fourier analysis of signals are summarized. Then, from a systems point of view, the following chapters introduce the important aspects of filters, amplifiers and analog-to-digital converters. The second half of the book first discusses in depth the importance of the timing of the computer with its instruments, transducers and actuators. It then summarizes the physical and functional aspects of transducers and actuators and gives numerous detailed examples of how they can be integrated into computer controlled experiments and processes.Editorials
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For researchers who want to use computers in their experiments, shows how to select, assemble, and integrate the appropriate instruments and transducers so the computer can be used to measure and control physical processes in an accurate and predictable manner. The theoretical section reviews Fourier analysis of signals and features of filters, amplifiers, and analog-to-digital converters; the applications section details physical and functional aspects of the components, emphasizes the importance of timing, and provides several examples. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
February 14, 2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York, LLC
Pages
307
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9783642956409