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Laboratory data-acquisition capabilities of microcomputers.

E D Salin1, M W Blades, G Horlick

  • 1Department of Chemistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

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This study evaluates microcomputers for laboratory data acquisition. Machine language offers high speeds (15-25 kHz), while BASIC language significantly reduces rates to ~100 Hz.

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Area of Science:

  • Computer Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Laboratory Automation

Background:

  • Microcomputers are increasingly utilized in scientific research.
  • Basic laboratory data acquisition requires efficient computational systems.
  • Evaluating the performance of different microcomputer architectures is crucial for selecting appropriate tools.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the suitability of various microcomputers for laboratory data acquisition tasks.
  • To compare the data acquisition performance of different microcomputer systems.
  • To develop and test low-cost hardware for data acquisition on a specific microcomputer.

Main Methods:

  • Evaluated SDK-80, SDK-85, and KIM-1 single-board microcomputers.
  • Assessed the PET consumer microcomputer for data acquisition capabilities.
  • Developed and integrated inexpensive analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog hardware for the PET.
  • Tested data-acquisition software benchmarks across all systems.

Main Results:

  • Data acquisition rates for 10-bit data under machine-language control ranged from 15 to 25 kHz.
  • Under high-level BASIC language control, acquisition rates dropped significantly to approximately 100 Hz.
  • Developed functional, low-cost hardware subsystems for the PET microcomputer.

Conclusions:

  • Microcomputer performance for data acquisition is highly dependent on the control language used.
  • Machine-level programming is essential for achieving high-speed data acquisition rates.
  • The PET microcomputer, with developed hardware, shows potential for cost-effective laboratory data acquisition.