Battery-Powered Scalable DSP/Microprocessor Targets for LabVIEW Embedded Paper

This paper describes how a mobile ultrasonic handheld device was developed using the LabVIEW Embedded development platform. The device features a Blackfin processor and the ZBrain system solution, and includes powerful functions such as 25MHz signal generation, 50MHz data acquisition, and 24-hour mobile power.


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English
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8
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440 KB
Published
03 August, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
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About this manual

This document is a technical paper detailing the design and implementation of a mobile ultrasonic handheld device. It highlights the use of a ready-to-run hardware and software development framework, specifically the ZMobile platform, which couples Microprocessor OEM modules with the LabVIEW Embedded module. The system utilizes a dual-processor architecture to handle complex tasks like signal generation and data acquisition efficiently.

What's inside

  • Abstract
  • Highest Demands on Hardware, Software and Mechanics
  • Zmobile
  • The Ultrasound Measurement Principle
  • Mobility as the Key Factor
  • Designing and Optimizing GUIs with Drag & Drop

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum battery runtime for this handheld device?

The device enables battery operation of up to 24 hours.

What are the signal generation and acquisition frequencies required for the ultrasonic measurements?

The system requires a 25MHz signal generation and a 50MHz data acquisition.

How does the device indicate its status when the display is disabled for long-term measurements?

A blinking LED shows the status of the device when the display is disabled.

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