Title :
What is virtual instrumentation?
Author :
Goldberg, Harold
Author_Institution :
Analogic Corp., Peabody, MA, USA
fDate :
12/1/2000 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A virtual instrument is composed of some specialized subunits, some general-purpose computers, some software, and a little know-how. The instrument no longer has to be in one box. Virtual instruments can be simple or very complex. Understanding the real field of virtual instrumentation is just beginning. Over the next few years, there will be a rash of subunits specifically designed for the virtual instrumentation market. These will provide the building blocks for the next generation of field instrumentation and measurement.
Keywords :
virtual instrumentation; building blocks; general-purpose computers; next generation instrumentation; software; specialized subunits; virtual instrumentation; Battery charge measurement; Control systems; Electron tubes; Frequency; Instruments; Power dissipation; Reactive power; Relays; TV; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Instrumentation & Measurement Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/5289.887453
