Supplier interview: Dewesoft
Q&A: SEAN CAMPBELL
HEAD OF SALES, DEWESOFT
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CAN YOU DESCRIBE WHAT
DEWESOFT DOES?
We develop and produce data acquisition
and test and measurement
instrumentation that is used in the most
advanced labs all over the world for
developing rockets, testing of satellites and
acquiring ballistics information all while
ensuring fast worldwide communication,
safer vehicles and products that are
improving our everyday lives.
Aerospace and defense is one of core
markets. Our hardware is extremely
rugged and versatile with an emphasis on
usability. We have worked closely with test
engineers in many industries, and this
close collaboration is reflected in the ease
of use of our DAQ systems.
What sets our hardware apart is the
versatility and usability. The same
instruments can be used simply as an
oscilloscope, data logger / recorder,
FFT spectrum analyzer or fully featured
instrument for power analysis, automotive
testing, NVH, aerospace applications and
much more.
WHAT IS YOUR LATEST PRODUCT?
The latest edition to our range of rugged
DAQ modules is the Krypton One, which
was released two years ago. It is one of the
smallest IP67 DAQ modules in the world.
The pocket size system allows the modules
to be mounted in tight places, right next to
the sensors. The units are highly
distributable, connected with a single cable
for power, data, and synchronization. This
product was also just awarded the NASA
Tech Briefs “Product of the Month”.
Our Iolite system is also used as a
real-time control and feedback monitoring
system for industrial applications. It can be
configured in the 19in cabinet compatible
chassis or in more rugged, Sirius-like
compatible chassis configurations.
Combined with our X3 Software, you have
two incredibly powerful data acquisition
systems that feature intuitive
configuration, smart sensors and advanced
storage and analysis capabilities.
WHAT IS THE KRYPTON DAQ
TYPICALLY USED FOR?
Primarily for flight test, but the product
can be used in lots of different applications.
We see it as having great potential for use
as instrumentation in engine testing. It
also has applications in railways and
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1 // Dewesoft hardware
was used in the testing of
the P120C booster rockets,
which will be used in the
next generation of
European launch systems
2 // The Krypton family of
DAQ products is rugged
and small in size, making it
suitable for use in flight
test applications
advanced machinery. The US Army use it
in a lot of different ways.
HOW DO THE US ARMY USE
KRYPTON DAQS?
We recently won a multi-year contract at
the Aberdeen Proving Ground in
Maryland. The contract has a potential life
of five years and the funding ceiling is in
the millions – it’s a real tribute to our
continued success in ballistics and vehicle
testing. The mission is to provide test and
test support services for their authorized
customers, within DoD and outside DoD,
including government and nongovernment
organizations.
The Aberdeen Proving Ground provides
a full suite of comprehensive test and
training, both real and simulated,
alongside expert knowledge and technical
services, including instrumentation
applications to the US Army. The
organization is constantly exploiting
emerging technologies and developing
leading edge instrumentation and test
methodologies. If a US soldier uses a piece
of technology for protection, intelligence,
to shoot, to move or to communicate, there
is a high chance it was developed, tested
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