Crowdfunding: DTSoft – Decom Telemetry Software
August 18, 2015 by Dr. Letitia Wright
Filed under Crowd Funding, Front Page
DTSoft – Decom Telemetry Software
Supporting software development for TM systems
DTSoft designs and manufactures telemetry products for the flight test and antenna tracking communities. DTSoft intends to demonstrate its products at the prestigious International Telemetry Conference, ITC USA 2015, Oct 26 – Oct 29, at Bally’s in Las Vegas.
DTSoft provides a way to get data to and from the outside world. For the decoder side, it can even replace a piece of hardware (the framesync/decom). Likewise with the encoder side. The use of the gateway products coupled with the power of the DTSoft software, gives you a quite reasonably priced (relatively speaking), method to play with data, as well as a more universal method. Even the cabling is cheaper.
DTSoft will explore TMoIP, telemetry over IP. Instead of just another trend it heralds the future for the industry. Like everything else, telemetry data transport is going to the network and computers, once it gets out of the air (or before it gets into the air, as the case may be). Very akin to VOIP (voice over IP that many phones are now, teleconferencing systems, etc.).
Some gateways can take the network data and reproduce the clock and data (e.g. IPtec TNP-100). This lends itself to another product from DtSoft, the TDynaSim. This is a full software PCM encoder, capable of creating async embedded streams, as well as the generation of PRN patterns. This would give you the complete package from the encoder side of things through the decoder side of the house. RF included if so desired.
The results is that you have the ability to take the data directly from whatever source that created the clock/data and get it into a form you can use in the PC. For instance:
- Bitsync – From a single bitsync, to a bitsync farm
- PCM Encoder – Take the clock/data lines directly from your vehicle PCM encoder.
- RF Receiver – For range receiver types (e.g. Quasonix Gen 2, Lumistar Ls-35, Semco), take the data right from the clock/data outputs to put into the gateway. Now you’ve just eliminated the need for a framesync/decom card.
- Data recorder that doesn’t put out network packets, but does put out clock/data.
This way one is able to go to a test range, in the peanut gallery, taking just your laptop and a gateway, and being able to plug into the range complex’s clock/data line and process/view the data as you see fit. (Many ranges provide a clock/data source in the viewing gallery).
Take your laptop on-board a vehicle under test, in flight, tie into the PCM encoder, and monitor/analyze the data in real time. Take your laptop and a reverse gateway and play back a flight test recording, into a system you’ll be running a live flight on later, or perform a BERT or CRC check on that system prior to the expensive flight test itself.
Support this project and get this enhancement in the field. http://igg.me/at/decomsoft/x/406308
A Thrilling Trip to the Nation’s Capitol
August 13, 2015 by Dr. Letitia Wright
Filed under Featured Articles, Front Page
A Thrilling Trip to the Nation’s Capitol
Washington, D.C. is a place that has history around almost every turn. The founding of the United States was no easy task. A trip to the capitol of the world’s biggest democracy will give you some insight into how this was accomplished. It took a lot a very brilliant men to design the framework of this great country. If you are interested in finding out how this was accomplished, then you should plan a vacation to Washington, D.C. in the near future. There are also plenty of other things to do in the city that have nothing to do with politics or the forming of the country. Affordable hotels in Washington DC can be located by looking online. Here are some of the best things to see during a thrilling trip to the nation’s capitol.
1. The Jefferson Memorial
If you had to single out one man that was the key architect of the United States during its formative years, the answer would without a doubt have to be Thomas Jefferson. Writing the Declaration of Independence forever carved out his place in history. Of course, he went on to have a great career and do many things after the British were defeated and the country was up and running. He became the third president of the United States. He was responsible for a very critical event in the history of the United States, the Louisiana Purchase. This massive amount of land was bought from the French and became a major part of the country. His impact on the history of the world’s greatest democracy can’t be overstated. The Jefferson Memorial is basically a museum that is a tribute to this man’s great life. You simply must stop by and check it out during your visit.
2. The National Archives
Inside the National Archives, you will find the most important documents in the entire United States. The Constitution, the Bill or Rights and the Declaration of Independence are all stored here in cases that will protect them in the event of a nuclear attack. Seeing these documents up close will be a thrill for any person who has even a minor interest in American history.
3. The United States Capitol Building
The iconic domed structure is the place where American laws are voted on and policy is made for the country. Tours are available to the general public, although it would be a good idea to book your tour in advance. It will help you to avoid waiting in long lines for a tour when you arrive. If you are visiting during peak tourist season, you should expect large amounts of people, so be prepared.
4. The Smithsonian Institution
This is easily one of the most famous and respected museums in the world. Some of the most important artifacts from history and popular culture can be found here. There is an almost endless amount of things to see here. It would take you many days to see everything the Smithsonian has to offer. You would be wise to set aside a large amount of time to see this museum, because only one or two hours will simply not be enough to get the job done. Once again, this is a major attraction, so long lines should be expected if you visit in the summer during nice weather.
This article was written and provided by Fiona Moriarty of Hipmunk, the ultimate platform for all your travel needs.
How To Identify Fast-Selling Gadgets To Import From A Chinese Wholesale Company
August 13, 2015 by Dr. Letitia Wright
Filed under Front Page
How To Identify Fast-Selling Gadgets To Import From A Chinese Wholesale Company
Importing gadgets from a China wholesale company and reselling them to local consumers can be a pretty lucrative business venture. The problem, however, is identifying which line of gadgets you’ll want to wholesale from China. Here’s a quick checklist to help you better identify which lines of gadgets will most likely appeal to the consumers you’re targeting:
- Take Note Of Your Wholesaler’s Inventory
One of the most important things you need to do is to be keenly aware of the products you can offer to consumers around you.
Make sure to list down the white-label gadgets being offered in the catalogues of your Chinese wholesalers. This step is the first because it is the easiest to do, considering how the average China wholesale company offers their wares on convenient websites. All you need to do is list these gadgets down and categorize them according to their functions. The resulting list will allow you to quickly identify a product that could sell given the right opportunity. Oh, and steer clear of branded or designer goods. Identify Low-Competition Niches
Remember the function-based categories you used to separate the gadgets being sold by China wholesale companies? Let’s go with Android TV dongles as an example. Google “Android TV dongles” followed by your local municipality or the area you plan to sell these gadgets in. Take note of how many competitors you have selling these dongles in your local area. If there are a lot of people already selling and competition is driving prices down, skip dongles and do research on other gadgets. Profile Your Target Consumers
This requires a lot of research on your end, probably even more so than identifying ideal niches to work in. Start by breaking down the demographics of people who will take interest in your gadgets. Age and gender are the first statistics you want to measure, followed by education, occupation and income levels. Then move on to cultural factors, like a preferred fashion sense or their identification with a particular crowd. You can expand this profile with even smaller details, like their preference for easy-to-use or powerfully-customizable gadgetry. Comb The Local News For Spontaneous Opportunities
Never overlook the ability of local events for you to meet a spike in demand for a particular line of products.
Just because you specialize in one niche, say affordable cell phones, doesn’t mean you should totally ignore other products. If a prolonged power disturbance occurs in your area, then you can contact your Chinese wholesale supplier to see if they are selling power banks or miniature solar power panels.
Keep these tips in mind, and you will have an easier time identifying fast-moving inventory to source from a China wholesale supplier!
Hong Kong-based Chinavasion is a China wholesale company that has been exporting goods from Shenzhen to businesses and consumers all over the world. Visit Chinavasion.com to learn more about the company!
