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DefinitionTestWorks 4
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that holds data is an array variable;
and a combination of feedback
controller and the container of
collected data.
selection, control algorithm, and
A software channel is based on
calculations from hardware
tuning parameters is the control
mode.
channels or other software
channels. Channel resources yield a stream of
data at the system rate that always
Both types of channels yield a
stream of data at the system rate
has a current value and can be
measured.
that always has a current value
and can be measured by meters Calculated channels are based on
calculations of controller channels.even when the test is not
running.
Data acquisition maps data to a
unique array for the specified
channels.
When data acquisition is
specified for a segment, the type
of data specified is collected for
Note: MTS TestWorks 4 does not
have a direct equivalent to MTS TW
control modes.
all channels in an array of the
same channel name.
Multiple tests.Multiple TestsMultiple samples.Batch
The act of checking the current
calibration factor against a previously
VerifyThe act of calculating a
calibration factor for the device,
Calibration
determined calibration factor.
(Station > TEDS Devices > Verify).
and then comparing it to the
original calibration factor. (Tools
> Calibrate.)
A test control that suspends a test
already in progress. Clicking Run
resumes the test.
HoldA test control that suspends a
test already in progress. Clicking
on Pause again resumes the
test.
Pause
Note: The <F4> key on the
keyboard performs the same
function.
A composite test activity with
equivalent functionality to the GoTo
Go To + DAQ
+ Detection
A test segment that moves the
crosshead to a specified
end-level or condition. It may be
GoTo
segment in the TestWorks 4
application.set to stop at a specific point, or
it may be set to run until a break
Note: MTS TestSuite TW also
includes a non-composite Go To
is detected or a limit condition
has been reached. A Data
activity that does not include data
acquisition or detection functionality.
Collection task running in
parallel with the GoTo can be
configured to acquire data.
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