Muscle Wire

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Muscle Wire 150um dia 1m 180-752

Muscle Wires are thin strands of a nickel tritium alloy called flexion – it is a type of shape memory. At room temperature the wire is easily stretched by a small force. When they are heated by an electric current they return they return to the pre-stretched size, contracting with a usable amount of force. Could be used for a light-weight actuators and power switches requiring low voltages that can be used in conjunction with control boxes.

An example of this includes the Basic Lever Arm. When you press the switch it lets the power through the muscle wire, heating it causing it to contact and raise the lever to lift the weight. When the power is removed the muscle wire cools and relaxes and the weight returns it to the starting position.

Information

  • Flexinol wires contract by 3-5% irrespective of gauge size.
  • Flexinol wire is rated at >1,000,000 cycles when used as per manufacturer’s
    instructions.
  • Flexinol wires contract very rapidly – as fast as you can heat them.
    Wires relax more slowly – it is dependant on ambient cooling conditions.
  • Wires must be pulled back to their original, relaxed condition by external
    means eg. sping, gravity, rubber band.

For more information click here.

Kit

  • Muscle Wire 150um dia 1m 180-752 (3 metres available)
  • Muscle Wire 100um dia 1m 180-751 (3 metres available)

Wearable Computing

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Soft potentiometer kit

This is a soft potentiometer that is perfect for controlling a flashing LED or the tone of a buzzer. It is compatible with Arduino inputs. The kit includes 1 meter of knitted conductive tape and a metal ring.

Information

  • Resistance of 9kOkm circa 50cm
  • Made of polyester with a stainless steel metal ring
  • Conductive once sewn
  • Not solderable, electrically insulated or knittable
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Knitted coated copper tape (1 linear metre)

This is a small conductive tape that is only 9mm wide. It is very flexible and easy to cut with scissors, it can be sewn with a standard sewing machine.

Information

  • Resistance of 107 Ohm/m
  • Made of coated copper fine wire of 112 micron.
  • Can be sewn with sewing machine
  • Can be easily welded, just solder it as a standard non coated copper wire.
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Ripstop conductive fabric

This is a conductive knit fabric for use in e-textiles. It is similar in feel to a nylon ripstop material. This is a great add-on to any LilyPad project.

Information

  • Easily sew electronic features into your next project
  • It is highly conductive with a surface resistivity of < 1 ohm/sq.
  • Great for use with the LilyPad
  • Dimensions: 12 x 13″ (304.8 x 330.2 mm)
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Conductive Fabric – 12″x13″ MedTex130

This is a conductive knit fabric for use in e-textiles. It is silver-plated nylon that is stretchy in both directions. This is a great add-on to any LilyPad project. Medtex 130 Ag Nylon stretch. It is a bit thinner than our Medtex 180.

Information

  •  It is highly conductive with a surface resistivity of < 1 ohm/sq.
  • Easily sew electronic features into your next project
  • Great for use with the LilyPad
  • Dimensions: 12 x 13″ (304.8 x 330.2 mm)
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Conductive Fabric – 12″x13″ MedTex180

This is a conductive knit fabric for use in e-textiles. It is silver-plated nylon that is stretchy in one direction. This is a great add-on to any LilyPad project. Medtex 180 Ag Nylon single directional stretch. It is a bit thicker than the Medtex 130.

Information

  • It is highly conductive with a surface resistivity of < 1 ohm/sq.
  • Easily sew electronic features into your next project
  • Great for use with the LilyPad
  • Dimensions: 12 x 13″ (304.8 x 330.2 mm)
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Conductive Thread – 60g (Stainless Steel)

What sets this thread apart from the other conductive thread that we carry is the fact that it’s actually spun from stainless steel fibers (as opposed to plated silver) and doesn’t have a Nylon core. This means that while it may not be easy to solder to, because it’s stainless, it also won’t burn up when you touch it with a soldering iron. Our resident E-Textiles expert suggests waxing the thread for hand sewing, as this should take care of any ‘hairy thread’ issues. Since waxing is impractical in machine sewing applications, avoid sewing close connections by machine as the ‘hairs’ could potentially short across small distances.

Information

  • Made from Stainless Steel Fibers
  • Resistance: 28 Ohms/ft
  • 360 yards

For more information about components for wearable technology please click here.

Edirol Audio Recorder

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The Edirol R-09HR is a professional, high-definition audio recorder.

Information

  • 24-bit/96kHz linear PCM high-resolution, low-noise recording.
  • Developed Isolated Adaptive Recording Circuit (I.A.R.C.).
  • High-grade, high-sensitivity stereo condenser microphone built in.
  • Records to SD or SDHC memory card. Compact, hand-held design for convenient portable use.
  • Large, wide-view OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) display.
  • Preview speaker built in. Wireless remote controller included.
  • High-speed file transfer via USB 2.0 connection to computer.
  • Cakewalk “pyro Audio Creator LE” wave-editing software included.

Full details can be found on the manfacturer’s site here.

Updates for the firmware can be download here.

Kit Inventory

  • Edirol R-09hr Recorder
  • Sennheiser HD215 Headphones in own bag
  • Edirol CS15 Microphone
  • Edirol CS-15 Microphone Manual
  • Microphone deskstand
  • Microphone stand holder
  • Figure 8 Power Cord
  • 4GB Kingston SD card
  • 4GB Kingston SD card
  • Edirol 512MB SC Card
  • Edirol Practical Guide
  • USB cable
  • R-09HR power adapter
  • Edirol stand
  • Edirol remote Control
  • 3.5mm to 6.35mm Adapter
  • Edirol Manual
  • Pyro Audio Creator LE CD
  • Pack inventory sheet
  • Edirol Kit Bag

Kits Available

There are 2 kits available, identified by the serial number or university asset code:

Kit 1 Edirol Recorder Asset Number FS00981 / Serial Number FX40746.

Kit 2 Edirol Recorder Asset Number FS00987 / Serial Number FX40747.

In addition you can also borrow these items:

Edirol Audio Stand and Cover (2 available)

Olympus Audio Recorder

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The Olympus WS-210S Digital Voice Recorder and Mass Storage Device, for recording interviews, meetings, memos and ideas in stereo sound.

Information

  • Over 138 hours digital recording.
  • Mass storage device for data files – music, dictation, images & documents. USB direct for fast up/downloading.
  • High quality WMA (Windows Media Audio) music playback function. 6 recording qualities for voice files: STXQ/STHQ/STSP/HQ/SP/LP.
  • LCD screen with extensive data information. 5 folders for file management.
  • Long battery life, 1 x AAA battery lasting up to 21 hours.
  • Lightweight & pocketsize.
  • 512MB internal memory.

Full details and technical specifications can be found on the manufacturer’s site here.

Kit Inventory

Each kit contains the following. Please report any missing items to the FASS IT Workshop as soon as possible.

  • Olympus WS-210S recorder
  • USB extension cable
  • Ear bud headphones
  • Manual

Kits Available

There are 4 kits available, identified by the item serial number or university asset code.

Kit 1: Olympus Audio Recorder Serial Number 200178442.

Kit 2: Olympus Audio Recorder Asset Code FS01473 / Serial Number 200178594.

Kit 3: Olympus Audio Recorder Asset Code FS01472 / Serial Number 200178975.

Kit 4: Olympus Audio Recorder Asset Code FS01474 / Serial Number 200178231.

Nokia N96

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Nokia N96 smartphone has built-in GPS and video and audio recording capability. It is suitable for location-based research and documentation (e.g. using www.locoblog.com). Note that phones do not come with a SIM card or contract, this must be supplied by the researcher.

Information

  • GSM/WCDMA dual mode portable multimedia computer supporting EGSM 850/900/1800/1900, WCDMA 900/2100 HSDPA, WLAN and DVB-H Video.
  • Use the Nokia N96 for connecting to mobile Broadband using WLAN or HSDPA (3.5G) with faster downloading than 3G.
  • Find directions and locations with the integrated A-GPS and included maps.
  • Use the Nokia N96 to take photos with a 5.0 megapixel auto focus camera.
  • Enjoy videos, music and graphics on the 2.8” QVGA (240 x 320 pixels), 16M color display.
  • Listen to music with using the built-in stereo speakers.
  • Additional features include UPnP, Bluetooth 2.0 +EDR and USB 2.0 High-Speed.

Full details and specifications are on the manufacturer’s website here.

Kit Inventory

Kits include the following. Please report any missing items to the FASS IT Workshop as soon as possible.

  • Nokia N96 phone
  • Remote control
  • Earbud headphones
  • USB cable A – micro
  • Jack to 3 phono cable
  • Euro socket power charger
  • Euro socket USB power charger
  • Car Charger
  • Nokia N96 CD
  • Nokia N96 manual

Kits Available

There are 5 kits available, identified by the university asset code or product IMEI code.

Kit 1 (Galileo): Nokia N96 Assest Code FS01480 / IMEI 356406027024453.

Kit 2 (Compass): Nokia N96 Asset Code ? / IMEI 356406025404673.

Kit 3 (Beidou): Nokia N96 Assest Code FS01479  / IMEI  356406025404889.

Kit 4 (Glonass):

Kit 5 (QZSS):

HQR Bullet Camera

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The HQR-C2 is a small DVD-quality digital video recorder that can be headmounted. It is a Picture in Picture (PiP) high-quality bullet camera (or ’sports’ camera) system for both in-car or on-bike setup.

Information

  • MPEG 2 and 4 video recording.
  • 32GB CF card support.
  • 8hrs recording on one card at full quality.
  • Battery back-up system.
  • 720 x 576 resolution.
  • 8000kb/s bit rate.
  • Supplied with suction mount.
  • Internal mic with external inputs for additonal mic or Intercom connection.

Kit Inventory

The following items come with the kit. Please contact FASS IT Workshop if any items are missing as soon as possible.

  1. DCS HQR-C2 PiP Digital Video Recorder
  2. material bag
  3. UK Mains Charger
  4. IR Remote Control
  5. Camera dual split cable
  6. 16GB Dogcam high Speed CF
  7. Card reader
  8. USB cable A to mini
  9. UTP Ethernet cable
  10. 2 x 2m camera lead extension
  11. LANC camera remote
  12. CD manual
  13. HQ2 Headset mount
  14. 2 x Camera mount
  15. 2 x HQ Bullet DSP Colour CCD Camera
  16. 2 x lens covers
  17. Hard Carry case
  18. Belt Clip
  19. Lemo twin input video cable

Kits Available

There is 1 kit available, identified by the university asset code FS01484 / Serial Number ?

Sony Vaio

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The Sony Vaio PCG-Z1RMP, manufactured in 2006, is a desktop-replacement PC laptop. It is available in the Mobilities.Lab in Bowland North to borrow and use.

Information

  • 14.1in TFT display with a native resolution of 1,400 x 1,050.
  • Weight of 2.1kg.
  • 1.5GHz Intel Pentium M CPU which makes up part of the Intel Centrino specification.
  • 512MB of RAM.
  • An ATi Mobility Radeon graphics chipset and a 60GB hard disk.
  • Built-in WiFi functionality.
  • Built-in Bluetooth.

Kit Available

There is 1 kit available, identified by the university Asset Code FS01090  / Product Serial Number 281437505300383.

Panasonic Camcorder

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The Panasonic NV-GS500 Mini DV camcorder is a 3CCD handheld unit suitable for everyday video recording (it does not support HD). Mini DV tapes must be purchased separately.

Information

  • 3CCD MiniDV camcorder with 12 x optical zoom with a 30 x digital zoom.
  • This camera uses a Leica Dicomar Lens to record high quality movies and 4 megapixel still shots.
  • The Panasonic NV-GS500 allows you to take 1.2 megapixel still shots whilst recording movies and will function as a webcam using the optional Firewire cable.
  • This camera features an Anti Ground Shooting mode (AGS) which switches the camera off rather than letting you waste battery and memory by recording the ground.

Kit Inventory

The kit contains the following items. Please report any missing items to FASS IT Workshop as soon as possible.

  • Panasonic NV-GS500 Digital Video Camera
  • Shoulder Strap
  • Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
  • Battery Charger
  • USB Cable
  • AV Cable
  • Remote Controller
  • Lens Cap
  • Cleaning Tape
  • Instructions
  • Software CD

Kit Availability

There is 1 kit available, identified by university Asset Code ? / Serial Number ?

Express Scribe Transcription Software

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Express Scribe is free professional audio player software for PC, Mac or Linux designed to assist the transcription of audio recordings. A typist can install it on their computer and control audio playback using a transcription foot pedal or keyboard (with ‘hot’ keys). This computer transcriber application also offers valuable features for typists including variable speed playback, multi-channel control, playing video, file management, and more.

It is free to install, and is designed for use with a foot pedal.

Information

  • Variable speed playback (constant pitch).
  • Supports Video.
  • Supports professional foot pedals which connect to the USB port to control playback.
  • Uses ‘hot’ keys to control playback when using other software (eg. Word).
  • Ability to dock both analog and digital portable recorders to load recordings.
  • Works with Microsoft Word and all major word-processor applications.
  • Integrates directly with Express Delegate Dictation Workflow.
  • Automatically receives and loads files by internet (FTP), email or over a local computer network.
  • Automatically sends typing to those who dictated the work.
  • Works with speech recognition software such as Dragon Naturally Speaking to automatically convert speech to text.
  • Loads CD audio directly – start to work as it loads in the background.
  • Can switch to ‘mini’ mode to reduce screen space. Integrate with dictation management systems using the Express Scribe SDK.
  • Works with FastFox typing utility to turn difficult medical/legal phrases and common terms into mere shortcuts from your keyboard.