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Engineering Education & Research Equipment for the 21st Century
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Lab-Volt Systems, Inc.Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USAPhone: 732-938-2000Fax: 732-774-8573E-mail: [email protected]
Lab-Volt Ltée/Ltd.Québec (Québec) G2N2K7 CANADAPhone: 418-849-1000Fax: 418-849-1666E-mail: [email protected]
www.labvolt.com
1-800-LAB-VOLTin the USA and Canada
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At Lab-Volt Systems, we are committed to ongoing, innovative product development to meet the changing and challenging needs of students and educators.
Advanced Engineering ProgramsLab-Volt’s engineering programs are designed specifi cally for instructional purposes and comprise integrated systems of hands-on equipment, computer-based courseware, student manuals, instrumentation, student work centers, classroom-management soft ware, simulation soft ware, and instructor demonstration materials that are fully compatible electrically, mechanically, and educationally. Th ey represent state-of-the-art technology based on current preferred pedagogical practice.
Flexibility and Ongoing SupportTo achieve our mission of ensuring success for both instructors and students, we design our systems to achieve unique instructional goals within any type of physical lab confi guration and budget. All Lab-Volt educational systems contain an essential element of fl exibility. Th is enables us to structure an engineering curriculum to suit individual customer requirements. Lab-Volt’s experienced staff of educators, instructional system designers, and engineers is available to assist instructors and administrators at any time – including preliminary planning, design of program content, equipment and soft ware selection, installation, and instructor training.
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Process Control
Energy Management
Heat Transfer
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Keeping Pace with TechnologyAt Lab-Volt, we are committed to developing cost-eff ective engineering programs that address today’s dynamic technological environment. We dedicate our research and development resources to providing new and better engineering equipment and curriculum for colleges and universities.
Key to our success is our ability to anticipate the applications of new technologies and develop modular educational systems that allow us to address the basic and specialized needs of an engineering education.
ENGINEERING EDUCATION FOR TODAY’S UNIVERSITY
Dipole Antenna Pattern Acquired Using Lab-Volt’s Antenna and Measuring System
Professional Instructor Training and Support
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At Lab-Volt Systems, we are committed to ongoing, innovative product development to meet the changing and challenging needs of students and educators.
Advanced Engineering ProgramsLab-Volt’s engineering programs are designed specifi cally for instructional purposes and comprise integrated systems of hands-on equipment, computer-based courseware, student manuals, instrumentation, student work centers, classroom-management soft ware, simulation soft ware, and instructor demonstration materials that are fully compatible electrically, mechanically, and educationally. Th ey represent state-of-the-art technology based on current preferred pedagogical practice.
Flexibility and Ongoing SupportTo achieve our mission of ensuring success for both instructors and students, we design our systems to achieve unique instructional goals within any type of physical lab confi guration and budget. All Lab-Volt educational systems contain an essential element of fl exibility. Th is enables us to structure an engineering curriculum to suit individual customer requirements. Lab-Volt’s experienced staff of educators, instructional system designers, and engineers is available to assist instructors and administrators at any time – including preliminary planning, design of program content, equipment and soft ware selection, installation, and instructor training.
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Electronic Circuitry
Microcontrollers
Electromechanical
Power Electronics & Drives
Power Transmission
Process Control
Energy Management
Heat Transfer
Telecommunications
Surveillance Technology
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ENGINEERING DISCIPLINES
Keeping Pace with TechnologyAt Lab-Volt, we are committed to developing cost-eff ective engineering programs that address today’s dynamic technological environment. We dedicate our research and development resources to providing new and better engineering equipment and curriculum for colleges and universities.
Key to our success is our ability to anticipate the applications of new technologies and develop modular educational systems that allow us to address the basic and specialized needs of an engineering education.
ENGINEERING EDUCATION FOR TODAY’S UNIVERSITY
Dipole Antenna Pattern Acquired Using Lab-Volt’s Antenna and Measuring System
Professional Instructor Training and Support
E-blocks are small circuit boards, each of which contains a block of electronics that you would typically fi nd in an electronic system. E-blocks can be combined to off er a wide range of learning opportunities in:
• Technology Studies• Automotive Electronics• Microprocessor System Design• Microcontroller Programming• Digital Electronics• Data Communications and Networks• Programmable Logic Controller Technology• Control Technology• Programmable Logic Devices and VHDL• Control Systems and Automation• Optical Fiber Communications• Mobile Communication Systems• Digital Signal Processing• Medical Electronics
Lab-Volt’s award-winning Computer-Based Electronics System (FACET®) is one of the most advanced, hands-on instructional tools for teaching electronics. Both computer-based and manual versions provide a comprehensive, competency-based curriculum that builds knowledge and troubleshooting skills in several areas of electronics. Th e computer-based system features interactive multimedia, including simulation soft ware for
circuit design and analysis that enhances learning speed and retention. Th e system also features an electronic management system that streamlines the tasks of tracking and reporting student achievement.
Th e entire FACET course covers Basic Electricity and Electronics, Digital and Microprocessor Electronics, Industrial Electronics and Communications Systems.
COMPUTER-BASED ELECTRONICS EDUCATION
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E-BLOCKS™: MODULAR ELECTRONICS EDUCATION
AC and DC Circuitry, Transducer Technology, & Advanced Communications
Microcontroller Design & Programming Courses at Your Institution!
Electronics Electronics
Flowcode for PICmicro Microcontrollers
E-blocks are small circuit boards, each of which contains a block of electronics that you would typically fi nd in an electronic system. E-blocks can be combined to off er a wide range of learning opportunities in:
• Technology Studies• Automotive Electronics• Microprocessor System Design• Microcontroller Programming• Digital Electronics• Data Communications and Networks• Programmable Logic Controller Technology• Control Technology• Programmable Logic Devices and VHDL• Control Systems and Automation• Optical Fiber Communications• Mobile Communication Systems• Digital Signal Processing• Medical Electronics
Lab-Volt’s award-winning Computer-Based Electronics System (FACET®) is one of the most advanced, hands-on instructional tools for teaching electronics. Both computer-based and manual versions provide a comprehensive, competency-based curriculum that builds knowledge and troubleshooting skills in several areas of electronics. Th e computer-based system features interactive multimedia, including simulation soft ware for
circuit design and analysis that enhances learning speed and retention. Th e system also features an electronic management system that streamlines the tasks of tracking and reporting student achievement.
Th e entire FACET course covers Basic Electricity and Electronics, Digital and Microprocessor Electronics, Industrial Electronics and Communications Systems.
COMPUTER-BASED ELECTRONICS EDUCATION
4 5Visit www.labvolt.com to view our entire FACET line
E-BLOCKS™: MODULAR ELECTRONICS EDUCATION
AC and DC Circuitry, Transducer Technology, & Advanced Communications
Microcontroller Design & Programming Courses at Your Institution!
Electronics Electronics
Flowcode for PICmicro Microcontrollers
Electromechanical Curriculum Combines Electrical and Mechanical Aspects of Equipment Design
Th is fractional horsepower system allows students to perform laboratory operations using analog instruments. All machines have cutaway bell housings to permit visual inspection of the internal construction of each motor. A separate power supply for each workstation provides total control of the necessary power sources (including three-phase), thereby eliminating interference with other concurrent laboratory experiments. Th e course includes additional applications dealing with various techniques associated with the generation and use of electrical energy.
0.2 KW ELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEMMODEL 8001
2-KW ELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEM MODEL 8013For those who need to handle higher-power machines, Lab-Volt off ers the 2-kW Electromechanical System, presented in three subsystems with advanced exercises that deal with diff erent techniques associated with the generation and use of electrical energy.
COMPUTER-ASSISTED 0.2-KW ELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEM MODEL 8006
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Data Acquisition Software Provides New Opportunities for Lab Measurements and Observations
Electric Power Electric Power
To provide new opportunities for laboratory measurements and observations, Lab-Volt has developed the Computer-Assisted 0.2-kW Electromechanical System. Th is system uses a data acquisition interface module, a computer, and data acquisition and management soft ware to measure, observe, and analyze electrical and mechanical parameters. Integrate modern measuring instruments such as an 8-trace oscilloscope, phasor analyzer, harmonic analyzer, and mechanical and VA power meters.
Electromechanical Curriculum Combines Electrical and Mechanical Aspects of Equipment Design
Th is fractional horsepower system allows students to perform laboratory operations using analog instruments. All machines have cutaway bell housings to permit visual inspection of the internal construction of each motor. A separate power supply for each workstation provides total control of the necessary power sources (including three-phase), thereby eliminating interference with other concurrent laboratory experiments. Th e course includes additional applications dealing with various techniques associated with the generation and use of electrical energy.
0.2 KW ELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEMMODEL 8001
2-KW ELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEM MODEL 8013For those who need to handle higher-power machines, Lab-Volt off ers the 2-kW Electromechanical System, presented in three subsystems with advanced exercises that deal with diff erent techniques associated with the generation and use of electrical energy.
COMPUTER-ASSISTED 0.2-KW ELECTROMECHANICAL SYSTEM MODEL 8006
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Data Acquisition Software Provides New Opportunities for Lab Measurements and Observations
Electric Power Electric Power
To provide new opportunities for laboratory measurements and observations, Lab-Volt has developed the Computer-Assisted 0.2-kW Electromechanical System. Th is system uses a data acquisition interface module, a computer, and data acquisition and management soft ware to measure, observe, and analyze electrical and mechanical parameters. Integrate modern measuring instruments such as an 8-trace oscilloscope, phasor analyzer, harmonic analyzer, and mechanical and VA power meters.
Power Electronics and Drives For Sophisticated Applications and Research Work
Instrumentation & Process Control for Precise Measurements and Systems Regulation
Th is versatile and fl exible system is entirely modular, allowing complete comprehension of power electronics circuits through the use of self-commutated and line-commutated converters. Its open-ended design lends itself well to a wide variety of sophisticated applications beyond those included with the courseware, including comprehensive research work.
0.2-KW POWER ELECTRONICS SYSTEMMODEL 8032
Lab-Volt’s Electric Power Transmission System includes modular hardware and corresponding courseware that enable students to observe voltage regulation, real and reactive power fl ow control, and system stability. Electrical phenomena, previously studied solely by using advanced-level mathematics, can now be observed through the eff ects of voltage transients and power oscillations.
Lab-Volt’s Process Control System familiarizes students with the concepts and implementation of instrumentation and process control. Th is system demonstrates the control of pressure, fl ow, level, temperature, and pH processes. It can also demonstrate advanced process control techniques, such as feed-forward control, second order control, and cascade control when used with a controller featuring these functions.
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0.2 KW ELECTRIC POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMMODEL 8055
PROCESS CONTROL SYSTEMMODEL 6090
Electric Power Process Control
Lab-Volt’s extensive Process Control educational equipment can be used to demonstrate the control of pressure, flow, level, temperature, pH, and analytic processes.
Power Electronics and Drives For Sophisticated Applications and Research Work
Instrumentation & Process Control for Precise Measurements and Systems Regulation
Th is versatile and fl exible system is entirely modular, allowing complete comprehension of power electronics circuits through the use of self-commutated and line-commutated converters. Its open-ended design lends itself well to a wide variety of sophisticated applications beyond those included with the courseware, including comprehensive research work.
0.2-KW POWER ELECTRONICS SYSTEMMODEL 8032
Lab-Volt’s Electric Power Transmission System includes modular hardware and corresponding courseware that enable students to observe voltage regulation, real and reactive power fl ow control, and system stability. Electrical phenomena, previously studied solely by using advanced-level mathematics, can now be observed through the eff ects of voltage transients and power oscillations.
Lab-Volt’s Process Control System familiarizes students with the concepts and implementation of instrumentation and process control. Th is system demonstrates the control of pressure, fl ow, level, temperature, and pH processes. It can also demonstrate advanced process control techniques, such as feed-forward control, second order control, and cascade control when used with a controller featuring these functions.
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0.2 KW ELECTRIC POWER TRANSMISSION SYSTEMMODEL 8055
PROCESS CONTROL SYSTEMMODEL 6090
Electric Power Process Control
Lab-Volt’s extensive Process Control educational equipment can be used to demonstrate the control of pressure, flow, level, temperature, pH, and analytic processes.
Specialized Study in the Design & Implementation of Energy-Effi cient Systems
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REFRIGERATION SYSTEM DEMONSTRATOR MODEL 3400
Th e Refrigeration System Demonstrator is an integrated HVAC system that demonstrates the component designs and operating principles of refrigeration and heat pump systems. Th e demonstrator is mounted on a wide multi-colored panel showing refrigerant fl ow and change of state within the system. Four manual valves reverse refrigerant fl ow for demonstrations of the heat pump.
Th e Refrigeration System with Data Acquisition can be installed on a table or bench with minimum fl oor space requirements. Th e latest refrigerant and components are used for the most up-to-date training. Th e system features a powerful, Windows®-based data acquisition system that enables students to easily monitor the system operating condition in real-time.
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM WITH DATA ACQUISITIONMODEL 3431
Th e Heat Pump Training System provides advanced instruction in the components and operation of a heating system based on heat pump technology. Th e system includes a heat pump mounted on the front of the training panel, with built-in compressor, condenser, evaporator, four-way valve, and controls. An environmental chamber mounted on the front panel simulates a domestic installation, with inlet and outlet ducting, temperature sensors, and controls that enable a wide range of operating conditions.
HEAT PUMP SYSTEMMODEL 3402
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM MODEL 3401Th is system provides students with intermediate-level instruction in refrigeration systems through the use of industrial devices. Equipped with a 1/2-hp semi-hermetic compressor, the unit also contains a forced-air condenser and twin forced-air evaporators that can be used individually or linked in a series. Instrumentation includes a digital temperature meter; ampere, volt, and watt meters; pressure gauges; and system function lights.
AIR HANDLING SYSTEMMODEL 3404Th is system clearly demonstrates the applications of air handling principles and control methods. Temperature, humidity, and airfl ow can be controlled separately or together in two distinct zones using local (thermostats and humidistat) or PLC control. Students can then create their own ladder programs, which, in addition to controlling various duct elements and airfl ow devices, can turn zone loads and zone heat sources on and off for studying energy management.
Heat Transfer, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration Heat Transfer, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration
Specialized Study in the Design & Implementation of Energy-Effi cient Systems
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REFRIGERATION SYSTEM DEMONSTRATOR MODEL 3400
Th e Refrigeration System Demonstrator is an integrated HVAC system that demonstrates the component designs and operating principles of refrigeration and heat pump systems. Th e demonstrator is mounted on a wide multi-colored panel showing refrigerant fl ow and change of state within the system. Four manual valves reverse refrigerant fl ow for demonstrations of the heat pump.
Th e Refrigeration System with Data Acquisition can be installed on a table or bench with minimum fl oor space requirements. Th e latest refrigerant and components are used for the most up-to-date training. Th e system features a powerful, Windows®-based data acquisition system that enables students to easily monitor the system operating condition in real-time.
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM WITH DATA ACQUISITIONMODEL 3431
Th e Heat Pump Training System provides advanced instruction in the components and operation of a heating system based on heat pump technology. Th e system includes a heat pump mounted on the front of the training panel, with built-in compressor, condenser, evaporator, four-way valve, and controls. An environmental chamber mounted on the front panel simulates a domestic installation, with inlet and outlet ducting, temperature sensors, and controls that enable a wide range of operating conditions.
HEAT PUMP SYSTEMMODEL 3402
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM MODEL 3401Th is system provides students with intermediate-level instruction in refrigeration systems through the use of industrial devices. Equipped with a 1/2-hp semi-hermetic compressor, the unit also contains a forced-air condenser and twin forced-air evaporators that can be used individually or linked in a series. Instrumentation includes a digital temperature meter; ampere, volt, and watt meters; pressure gauges; and system function lights.
AIR HANDLING SYSTEMMODEL 3404Th is system clearly demonstrates the applications of air handling principles and control methods. Temperature, humidity, and airfl ow can be controlled separately or together in two distinct zones using local (thermostats and humidistat) or PLC control. Students can then create their own ladder programs, which, in addition to controlling various duct elements and airfl ow devices, can turn zone loads and zone heat sources on and off for studying energy management.
Heat Transfer, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration Heat Transfer, Air Conditioning, & Refrigeration
Sophisticated Equipment for Courses in Modern Telephony, Communications, Fiber Optics, and More!
Th e Analog Communications System uses the latest communications technologies to teach analog communications theories and practices in colleges and universities. Th e system consists of six instructional modules supported by six instrumentation modules that provide hands-on exercises in the generation, transmission, and reception of analog communications signals.
TELEPHONY SYSTEMMODEL 8086Th e complete Telephony System provides hands-on training in modern telephony technology, including operation of the telephone set; line interface that provides conventional telephone sets with analog access to the public switched telephone network; digital central offi ces (COs) and private automatic branch exchange (PABX) systems that establish and switch transmission paths; and analog and digital trunk interfaces and lines that carry telephone signals between COs and PABXs. 12
MICROWAVE TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMMODEL 8090Th e Microwave Technology System is a completely integrated package, providing students with hands-on experimentation in power measurements, the Gunn oscillator, detection of microwave signals, impedance measurements and matching, microwave optics, and more.
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ANALOG COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM MODEL 8080
Th is system incorporates the latest IC technology with state-of-the-art signal modulators and demodulators to teach basic and advanced principles of digital communications. Th e basic system contains 13 instructional modules supported by 16 instrumentation modules, and covers pulse modulation and sampling, digital modulation, and modems and data transmission. Th e advanced system contains seven add-on modules covering baseband data transmission.
DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMMODEL 8085
Telecommunications Telecommunications
ANTENNA TRAINING AND MEASURING SYSTEM MODEL 8092Th is system not only provides teachers and students with an innovative tool for hands-on experimentation on antennas in the 1-GHz and 10-GHz bands, but can also be used by design and research teams. Th e ATMS includes sets of antennas, an RF generator, and a receiving system with a rotating antenna positioner, linked to a data acquisition interface.
COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES TRAINING SYSTEMMODEL 8087
Th e system is designed to refl ect the standards commonly used in modern communications systems.
Th e Communications Technologies Training System is a complete, state-of-the-art, digital communications training system, including instruments. Specially designed for hands-on training, this system facilitates the study of many diff erent types of digital modulation/demodulation technologies such as PAM, PWM, PPM, PCM, Delta Modulation, ASK, FSK, and BPSK, as well as spectrally effi cient technologies such as QPSK, QAM, and ADSL. Advanced communications technologies, such as CDMA, are also covered.
Sophisticated Equipment for Courses in Modern Telephony, Communications, Fiber Optics, and More!
Th e Analog Communications System uses the latest communications technologies to teach analog communications theories and practices in colleges and universities. Th e system consists of six instructional modules supported by six instrumentation modules that provide hands-on exercises in the generation, transmission, and reception of analog communications signals.
TELEPHONY SYSTEMMODEL 8086Th e complete Telephony System provides hands-on training in modern telephony technology, including operation of the telephone set; line interface that provides conventional telephone sets with analog access to the public switched telephone network; digital central offi ces (COs) and private automatic branch exchange (PABX) systems that establish and switch transmission paths; and analog and digital trunk interfaces and lines that carry telephone signals between COs and PABXs. 12
MICROWAVE TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMMODEL 8090Th e Microwave Technology System is a completely integrated package, providing students with hands-on experimentation in power measurements, the Gunn oscillator, detection of microwave signals, impedance measurements and matching, microwave optics, and more.
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ANALOG COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM MODEL 8080
Th is system incorporates the latest IC technology with state-of-the-art signal modulators and demodulators to teach basic and advanced principles of digital communications. Th e basic system contains 13 instructional modules supported by 16 instrumentation modules, and covers pulse modulation and sampling, digital modulation, and modems and data transmission. Th e advanced system contains seven add-on modules covering baseband data transmission.
DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMMODEL 8085
Telecommunications Telecommunications
ANTENNA TRAINING AND MEASURING SYSTEM MODEL 8092Th is system not only provides teachers and students with an innovative tool for hands-on experimentation on antennas in the 1-GHz and 10-GHz bands, but can also be used by design and research teams. Th e ATMS includes sets of antennas, an RF generator, and a receiving system with a rotating antenna positioner, linked to a data acquisition interface.
COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES TRAINING SYSTEMMODEL 8087
Th e system is designed to refl ect the standards commonly used in modern communications systems.
Th e Communications Technologies Training System is a complete, state-of-the-art, digital communications training system, including instruments. Specially designed for hands-on training, this system facilitates the study of many diff erent types of digital modulation/demodulation technologies such as PAM, PWM, PPM, PCM, Delta Modulation, ASK, FSK, and BPSK, as well as spectrally effi cient technologies such as QPSK, QAM, and ADSL. Advanced communications technologies, such as CDMA, are also covered.
Aft er more than 15 years, the Lab-Volt Radar Training System is still the only real radar trainer that operates safely inside a classroom or lab, demonstrating that the technical advancement achieved by this system has been unequalled since. Its recent upgrade, through the addition of computer-based control of the radar’s processing and display functions, ensures it will continue to be a leading-edge pedagogical product for many years to come.
Th e complete system consists of six subsystems:
Th e Basic Radar System is a complete set of hardware, courseware, and all necessary accessories, such as targets and interconnecting cables that allow the principles of pulse, CW Doppler, and FM-CW radar systems to be studied.
Th e Radar Processor/Display is used in conjunction with the Basic Radar Training System to form a complete, modern, pulse radar system, including radar echo signal processing functions, PPI display functions, on-screen block diagrams of the complete radar and radar processor/display subsystem, and computer-based instruments.
Th e Radar Tracking System is an add-on to the pulse radar, implemented with the Basic Radar Training System and the Radar Processor/Display. It forms continuous tracking radar that can track a passive target moving in the classroom or laboratory.
Th e Radar Active Target (RAT) System is used in conjunction with the three subsystems above to train students in the principles and scenarios of electronic warfare (EW). Th e RAT training system places real-time, safe, and unclassifi ed EW demonstrations into the hands of students. Th e system includes an active jamming pod trainer, an elaborate set of accessories, and a comprehensive student manual.
Th e RCS and ISAR Measurement System is a sophisticated, pulse-mode, radar cross-section (RCS) measurement training system with inverse synthetic-aperture radar (ISAR) imagery capability, specifi cally designed for operation at close range.
Th e Radar Phased Array Antenna System provides students with training in the principles of electronically steered antennas. Th e trainer includes a phased array antenna, a beam-steering control module, and all necessary cables.
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ANALOG AND DIGITAL RADAR SYSTEMSMODEL 8096
Innovative Design Combines Real-World Radar with the Power of Modern Surveillance Technology
Telecommunications Th e RCS pattern of an actual aircraft can be obtained by placing a refl ective scale model on top of the low-RCS rotating support of the RCS and ISAR Mea-surement System.
Aft er more than 15 years, the Lab-Volt Radar Training System is still the only real radar trainer that operates safely inside a classroom or lab, demonstrating that the technical advancement achieved by this system has been unequalled since. Its recent upgrade, through the addition of computer-based control of the radar’s processing and display functions, ensures it will continue to be a leading-edge pedagogical product for many years to come.
Th e complete system consists of six subsystems:
Th e Basic Radar System is a complete set of hardware, courseware, and all necessary accessories, such as targets and interconnecting cables that allow the principles of pulse, CW Doppler, and FM-CW radar systems to be studied.
Th e Radar Processor/Display is used in conjunction with the Basic Radar Training System to form a complete, modern, pulse radar system, including radar echo signal processing functions, PPI display functions, on-screen block diagrams of the complete radar and radar processor/display subsystem, and computer-based instruments.
Th e Radar Tracking System is an add-on to the pulse radar, implemented with the Basic Radar Training System and the Radar Processor/Display. It forms continuous tracking radar that can track a passive target moving in the classroom or laboratory.
Th e Radar Active Target (RAT) System is used in conjunction with the three subsystems above to train students in the principles and scenarios of electronic warfare (EW). Th e RAT training system places real-time, safe, and unclassifi ed EW demonstrations into the hands of students. Th e system includes an active jamming pod trainer, an elaborate set of accessories, and a comprehensive student manual.
Th e RCS and ISAR Measurement System is a sophisticated, pulse-mode, radar cross-section (RCS) measurement training system with inverse synthetic-aperture radar (ISAR) imagery capability, specifi cally designed for operation at close range.
Th e Radar Phased Array Antenna System provides students with training in the principles of electronically steered antennas. Th e trainer includes a phased array antenna, a beam-steering control module, and all necessary cables.
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ANALOG AND DIGITAL RADAR SYSTEMSMODEL 8096
Innovative Design Combines Real-World Radar with the Power of Modern Surveillance Technology
Telecommunications Th e RCS pattern of an actual aircraft can be obtained by placing a refl ective scale model on top of the low-RCS rotating support of the RCS and ISAR Mea-surement System.
Engineering Education & Research Equipment for the 21st Century
39177 Rev. A
Lab-Volt Systems, Inc.Farmingdale, NJ 07727 USAPhone: 732-938-2000Fax: 732-774-8573E-mail: [email protected]
Lab-Volt Ltée/Ltd.Québec (Québec) G2N2K7 CANADAPhone: 418-849-1000Fax: 418-849-1666E-mail: [email protected]
www.labvolt.com
1-800-LAB-VOLTin the USA and Canada