Project Information

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Project Reference: 137 
Title Miniature Data logger  
Project Status: inprogress  
 
Proposer's Name: Andy Tonge 
Company/University: University of Bolton 
Phone: 01204 903070 
Email: a.tonge@bolton.ac.uk 
Proposal Date: 18/01/2007 
Brief description
The aim of the project is to develop a data logging device which has four analogue input channels which can be used with a 4 - 20 mA instrumentation input. It should be capable of logging data at time intervals as set by the user in its initial configurations. The device should be able to store upto 8000 readings. The output should be in a suitable form for use with an EXCEL spreadsheet. Technical Research Design and develop suitable interface circuits. Develop and program a suitable microcontroller. Integrate design into a commercial beta version product. Develop a software user friendly interface for config and download. Consider full DfM analysis on finished beta version. Resulting project a mix of hardware and software application.  
Project outcomes
ASIC to be fabricated No 
Hardware to be produced Yes  
Software to be produced Yes  
Requirements
Dedicated hardware that will be essential for the project. Some inteface circuits may be required to be built. A micro processor emulator or development kit will be required. 
Specialist software that will be essential for the project. No special software all existing. 
Staff comments
Started in Jan 2009 - ADT 

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