VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTATION

AGENDA
Introduction

What is Virtual Instrumentation

Why Is Virtual Instrumentation Necessary Components of Virtual Instrumentation Software In Virtual Instumentation Layers Of Virtual Instrumentation Software Virtual Instumentation VS Traditional Instruments Virtual Instumentation in Engg Process Future Conclusion

INTRODUCTION

The concept of virtual instrumentation is, an

engineer can use software running on a computer combined with instrumentation hardware to define a custom, built-to-order test and measurement solution

WHAT IS VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTATION

Virtual instrumentation is the use of customizable

software and modular measurement hardware to create user defined measurement systems called virtual instruments.
Virtual instrumentation represents fundamental

shift from traditional hardware centered instrumentation system to software centered system that exploits the computing power.

WHY IS VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTATION NECESSARY

Virtual instrumentation is necessary because it

delivers instrumentation with the rapid adaptability required for today concept, product, and process design, development, and delivery . Only with virtual instrumentation can engineers and scientists create the user-defined instruments required to keep up with the worlds demand.

 The only way to meet these demands is to use

test and control architectures that are also software centric. Because virtual instrumentation uses highly productive software, modular I/O, and commercial platforms, it is uniquely positioned to keep pace with the required new idea and product development rate

COMPONENTS OF VIRTUAL INSTRUMENATION

FLEXIBLE SOFTWARE MODULAR I/O

POPULAR AND COMERCIALLY AVAILABLE

COMPUTING PLATFORM

SOFTWARE IN VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTATION

With powerful software, you can build intelligence

and decision-making capabilities into the instrument.

Modularity : The task can be broken into several

functional solvable units which can be combined into a complete system to solve a larger task .

LAYERS OF VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTATION SOFTWARE

APPLICATION SOFTWARE

TEST AND DATA MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MEASUREMENT AND CONTROL SERVICE

SOFTWARE

VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTS VERSUS TRADITIONAL INSTRUMENTS

FLEXIBILITY : You

can extends the set of functions easily ,limited only by the power of the software used.

LOWER COST
PLUG IN AND NETWORKED HARDWARE

:There is a wide variety of available hardware

that you can either plug into the computer or access through a network

 Storage : Today's personal computers have

hard disks that can store dozens of gigabytes which is an absolute plus if you want to process mass data like audio or video.

VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTSTION IN THE ENGINEERING PROCESS

Research and Design Development Test and Validation Manufacturing Test

Manufacturing

FUTURE OF VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTATION

Today, to meet the ever-increasing demand to

innovate and deliver ideas and products faster, scientists and engineers are turning to advanced electronics, processors, and software. Consider a modern cell phone. Most contain the latest features of the last generation, including audio, a phone book, and text messaging capabilities. New versions include a camera, MP3 player, and Bluetooth networking and Internet browsing.

CONCLUSION

Virtual instrumentation is fueled by everadvancing computer technology and offers you the power to create and define your own system based on an open framework. This concept not only ensures that your work will be usable in the future but also provides the flexibility to adapt and extend as needs change.