Issue 01 / October 2004

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Pentium M Power New CPU7.2 The new CompactMAX CPU7.2 offers the highest processing power in the SMA 3U CompactPCI portfolio: Pentium M, fast DDR-SDRAM up to 1 Gbyte, graphics controller with 2D/3D hardware acceleration, Gigabit Ethernet, bootable CompactFlash, flexible rear I/O. Using state-of-the-art technology, a 4 HP Eurocard can now accommodate all the essentials of a modern industrial computer. Extensive additional functions and interfaces are available on the CPU7.2 M (8HP) version: a second Ethernet interface (also available via rear I/O), non-volatile FRAM, stereo and audio functions, two more serial interfaces and USB ports, and an optional 2.5“ hard drive with up to 80 Gbyte. Links What makes Pentium M processors fit for embedded computing? Find out all the options provided by the CompactMAX CPU7.2

Geomagnetic Field Measurement in the Eternal Ice CompactPCI Industrial Computer on Polar Research Vessel During its 19th expedition to the Antarctic, the German research ship Polarstern (German for Polaris) was charged with taking measurements of the Earth's magnetic field. Working in polar temperatures and on high and frozen seas for extending periods of time calls for extremely reliable equipment. The SMA CompactMax has proven to be both fail-safe and shock-proof. Links Polar research by the Alfred Wegener Institute Where is the Polarstern right now? What’s the meaning of Polaris? Antarctica is only one click away. Have a look through the webcam at Neumayer Station Holidays in Antarctica? An alternative use for icebreakers What does Glaciology teach us? Are you interested in Geomagnetism? Find out more about Erich von Drygalski and the first German South Polar expedition Hibernation and musings on the possible exploits thereof Siméon-Denis Poisson: Mathematician Fluxgate magnetometers for ship application LabVIEW: The standard in laboratory automation Windows 2000 CompactMAX CPU6: Fail-safe and shock-proof Level converters for serial ports CICP: Intelligent 4-channel serial I/O

High Performance, Low Power, Competitive Price 3 in 1: CompactMAX CPU1.2 The SMA CompactPCI CPU1.2 offers high performance, low power consumption and a low price all in one CPU. Also included: quality, durability and long-term availability, standard for SMA products. The CompactMAX CPU1.2 offers all this, plus, other options like rear I/O, compatibility with the CMASS6 mass storage unit or installation in the RobinsonPack compact rugged enclosure. Links The Transmeta Crusoe TM5800: Low-power, high- speed Versatile: CompactMAX CPU1.2 Size doesn’t matter I: RobinsonPack CMASS6: Removable mass storage Level converters for serial ports

How to Beat the Heat Part I - Active and Passive Cooling of Components The increasing performance demands of modern processors goes hand-in-hand with higher power consumption and higher power emission. In dealing with our customers, we have seen the topic of waste heat and ventilation becoming more and more of an issue. In fact, the topic is so important that we´ve dedicated two articles to describing our solutions to this problem in modern-day computer systems. The first in a two part series, learn the basics about heat and the meaning of the term "passive cooling". Links What exactly is Moore’s law? Silicon-On-Insulators ? Help is on the way!

Small but Powerful Mini Enclosure SR6570 With only half the size of a conventional 19" subrack, the SR6570 opens new possibilities for the use of 3U CompactPCI systems in a limited amount of space. The 4U enclosure includes seven times 4HP for the insertion of 3U CPCI cards and a CD-Rom drive is installed below. Links Size doesn’t matter II: SR6570 CNT24: Power supply for mobile applications

ENDURO - The Mobile PLC Decentral control is becoming increasingly more important not only in the automotive industry, but also for rugged industrial, heavy-duty commercial, and railway vehicles. The Enduro offers modularity, flexibility, scalability and easy installation. Links The Geode processor family, including the SC1100, was recently sold to AMD Easy programming with CoDeSys RTOS-32: Real-time software More about CAN in automation: CiA CANopen Product Guide SMAtrak fieldbus modules The blue one: Enduro The red one: Enduro VGA with graphics controller

No Wheels, No Axles, No Rails CPU6 in Shanghai's Transrapid Superspeed Maglev System Considered to be one of the most significant innovations since the invention of the railroad, magnetic levitation technology sets new ground-breaking standards in comfort, economic efficiency and environmental compatibility. In Shanghai on New Year's Eve 2003, the world's first Transrapid "maglev" train set out on its maiden voyage and SMA hardware, a cleverly devised diagnostical system based on the CPU6, provided for a smooth, problem-free ride. Links Smooth: Magnetic levitation Flying on the ground: The Transrapid superspeed maglev train IABG Shanghai hosts the Maglev 2004 LabVIEW: The standard in laboratory automation Reliable: CompactMAX CPU6