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CyberGlove produces sensor output values that are very accurate and repeatable, even between glove wearings. The sensor values are also very stable over long periods of time. The sensors are extremely thin and flexible and are virtually undetectable in the comfortable elastic glove. Sensor resolution is 0.5 degrees, and since sensor output varies linearly with the joint angle bend, the resolution remains constant over the entire range of joint motion. The CyberGlove connects with a lightweight instrumentation unit smaller than a shoe box via a 10 foot flexible cable. The instrumentation unit connects to the host computer via a serial link and operates at up to 115.2
Sunlight-readable terminal A touch screen display terminal designed for use in environments where direct sunlight is present, but which also functions equally well in all other ambient light situations, has been introduced by Lucas Deeco. Two configurations are available: the ST2220-SR is a text mode terminal that emulates VTlOO, VT200 and VT320 displays, and the ST3220-SR is a pixel graphics and text terminal that also emulates VT100 text. The user-friendly touch screen terminal is designed to withstand the most demanding environments. Encased in rugged cast aluminium, the new terminal is completely sealed from the ambient environment and meets the
kBaud. Sensor data rates over 100 Hz may be achieved for the 18-sensor CybelGlove operating at 38.4 kBaud. Operating at higher baud rates will permit faster data rates. Constant or polled sampling rates may be selected. For each sample instance, a record of 8-bit sensor values is returned. Any subset of sensors may be selected to be returned in the record of sensor values. A reduced set of sensors may be selected to increase the maximum achievable data rate. The glove has a software programmable switch and LED on the wristband to permit the system software developer to provide the wearer with program input/output capability. Possible applications include virtual telerobotics , video environments, games, CAD and graphical character (Virtual Technologies, animation. 2175 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA. Tel: (415) 321 4900; Fax: (415) 321 4912) q
Intelligent flat-panel displays Sabre Computers International have launched a range of intelligent flatpanel displays (IFPDs) that combine the size advantages of VGA resolution LCD technology with full 386SX or 486SLC systems functionality. The units are available with open chassis construction for use by equipment manufacturers, system builders and other OEMs who also require an open software platform that is compatible with DOS, Windows and other real-time operating systems. The IFPDs are constructed with Eurocard circuit boards plugged into a
NEMA 4 and 12 standards. (Lucas Deeco, 31047 Genstar Road, Hayward, CA 94544 7831, USA. Tel: (510) 471 4700; Fax: (510) 489 3500) 17 0141-9382/94/03/0197-03
low-profile card cage assembly at the rear of the display. The Eurocards provide the LCD driver electronics, the CPU with memory, and the peripheral digital I/O. By fitting different circuit boards, a variety of system configurations can easily be implemented. Among the other features and options are embedded software, serial RS232 and parallel printer ports, PCe (ISA96) and ISA (AT bus) user expansion slots, and interface for PS2 mouse and keyboard. The units are available with colour or monochrome LCD displays and in a range of sizes from 9.5 to 14in, and operate from low power nc supply voltages. (Sabre Computers International Ltd, Process House, 43 Selsdon Road, South Croydon, Surrey CR2 6PY. Tel: 081 681 8241) q
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CyberGlove produces sensor output values that are very accurate and repeatable, even between glove wearings. The sensor values are also very stable over long periods of time. The sensors are extremely thin and flexible and are virtually undetectable in the comfortable elastic glove. Sensor resolution is 0.5 degrees, and since sensor output varies linearly with the joint angle bend, the resolution remains constant over the entire range of joint motion. The CyberGlove connects with a lightweight instrumentation unit smaller than a shoe box via a 10 foot flexible cable. The instrumentation unit connects to the host computer via a serial link and operates at up to 115.2
Sunlight-readable terminal A touch screen display terminal designed for use in environments where direct sunlight is present, but which also functions equally well in all other ambient light situations, has been introduced by Lucas Deeco. Two configurations are available: the ST2220-SR is a text mode terminal that emulates VTlOO, VT200 and VT320 displays, and the ST3220-SR is a pixel graphics and text terminal that also emulates VT100 text. The user-friendly touch screen terminal is designed to withstand the most demanding environments. Encased in rugged cast aluminium, the new terminal is completely sealed from the ambient environment and meets the
kBaud. Sensor data rates over 100 Hz may be achieved for the 18-sensor CybelGlove operating at 38.4 kBaud. Operating at higher baud rates will permit faster data rates. Constant or polled sampling rates may be selected. For each sample instance, a record of 8-bit sensor values is returned. Any subset of sensors may be selected to be returned in the record of sensor values. A reduced set of sensors may be selected to increase the maximum achievable data rate. The glove has a software programmable switch and LED on the wristband to permit the system software developer to provide the wearer with program input/output capability. Possible applications include virtual telerobotics , video environments, games, CAD and graphical character (Virtual Technologies, animation. 2175 Park Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94304, USA. Tel: (415) 321 4900; Fax: (415) 321 4912) q
Intelligent flat-panel displays Sabre Computers International have launched a range of intelligent flatpanel displays (IFPDs) that combine the size advantages of VGA resolution LCD technology with full 386SX or 486SLC systems functionality. The units are available with open chassis construction for use by equipment manufacturers, system builders and other OEMs who also require an open software platform that is compatible with DOS, Windows and other real-time operating systems. The IFPDs are constructed with Eurocard circuit boards plugged into a
NEMA 4 and 12 standards. (Lucas Deeco, 31047 Genstar Road, Hayward, CA 94544 7831, USA. Tel: (510) 471 4700; Fax: (510) 489 3500) 17 0141-9382/94/03/0197-03
low-profile card cage assembly at the rear of the display. The Eurocards provide the LCD driver electronics, the CPU with memory, and the peripheral digital I/O. By fitting different circuit boards, a variety of system configurations can easily be implemented. Among the other features and options are embedded software, serial RS232 and parallel printer ports, PCe (ISA96) and ISA (AT bus) user expansion slots, and interface for PS2 mouse and keyboard. The units are available with colour or monochrome LCD displays and in a range of sizes from 9.5 to 14in, and operate from low power nc supply voltages. (Sabre Computers International Ltd, Process House, 43 Selsdon Road, South Croydon, Surrey CR2 6PY. Tel: 081 681 8241) q
0 1994 Butterworth-Heinemann Ltd Displays Volume 15 Number 3 1994
197