Software Engineering and Systems Integration
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Noble Gas Sample Line Automation
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The noble gas mass spectrometer is used for studying the relative abundance of noble gas isotopes in a sample. Gases are extracted from rock samples and conditioned for analysis. Customizable automation sequences allow the user to create specific recipes for preparation and analysis of various sample types.
Features:
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National Instruments Compact RIO controller
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process control for cryotrap, high temperature furnace
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communications with vacuum pump controllers, mass spectrometer
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analog/digital IO for vacuum/pressure sensors, pneumatic valve operation
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electro-mechanical sample rock crushing apparatus
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LabVIEW Real-Time application provides deterministic and reliable control
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LabVIEW Windows application provides a user interface
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remote monitoring of the system using a web browser