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Xcitex in the News
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We typically archive news releases from the previous year or
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12/10/05
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Xcitex releases new versions of ProAnalyst, 3-D Flight Path Edition |
07/05/05
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Xcitex expands again, moves to new offices |
11/11/2004
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Xcitex introduces revolutionary Motion Analysis software package |
2/2004
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Xcitex releases newest version of MiDAS Lens Calculator
- Version 1.0.8 |
2/2004
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Xcitex presents at MIT on High-Speed Photography and
Videography for Motion Analysis. |
11/2003
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Xcitex presents at the Computer-Based Scientific Imaging
Conference. |
9/2003
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Xcitex introduces ProAnalyst software for analyzing
motion within video and data. |
9/2003
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Xcitex launches new web site with interactive demos |
8/2003
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Xcitex introduces new Video Utilities product line with
Burn/Archive, TempCal, Player and Lens Calculator. |
7/2003
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Releases: MiDAS 2.0, FeatureTrack, Player; Version 2.1.7 |
6/2003
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Milestone: 750th MiDAS Video/Data capture product sold! |
5/2003
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MiDAS PIV software introduced for high-speed spray and
flow analysis research. |
2/2003
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Xcitex engineers selected to lecture at 2003 MIT High-Speed
short course |
9/2002
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New VGA Motion Trigger introduced for "live-while-record" cameras. |
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Xcitex releases new versions of ProAnalyst, 3-D Flight Path
December 10, 2005
For web site publication only
Xcitex released it newest versions of ProAnalyst today, including the recently updated
ProAnalyst 3D Flight Path Edition. The new editions include many new features and user
experience improvements, including the new timeline feature and support for MOV and MPEG files.
ProAnalyst 3D Flight Path received a new makeover with the addition of a version
that supports shadowgraph images. Recently installed at the Shimokita test range in Japan,
this new version now allows ballistics engineers to analyze flight characteristics using
flash X-ray, ultra-high-speed cameras, high speed cameras, still images and shadowgraph techniques.
The 3-D Flight Path Edition presents images in wire-frame representations to quantify and show
changes in pitch and yaw during a flight. All data is referenced to the muzzle flight line.
The new ProAnalyst editions are available for immediate download (free to existing licensed and
registered users) and shipment.
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Xcitex expands again, moves to new offices
July 5, 2005
For web site publication only
Xcitex moved into its expanded, new offices at 25 First Street in Cambridge, MA.
The new offices include
a dedicated test laboratory for product testing, a custom built
order processing room and a customer training facility.
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Xcitex introduces revolutionary Motion Analysis package
November 10, 2004
For web site publication only
Xcitex unveiled its new software package for motion analysis of objects at this week's
Testing Expo in Novi, Michigan. This new package, named ProAnalyst, allows professional
engineers and scientists to extract, analyze and report motion from video. It also allows
users to bring in data collected concurrent with the video and to synchronize the two
sources of information.
ProAnalyst is being launched with two packages -- the Professional Edition and the Lite
Edition. The Professional Edition is a fully-featured 2-D auto-tracking and analysis package
with on-screen graphing and report generation. The Lite Edition uses Excel as the graphing
and report engine.
ProAnalyst is the first package to bring together both 2-D and 1-D auto-tracking, image stabilization,
particle counting and sizing, and contour analysis. ProAnalyst is available for immediate shipment.
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Xcitex
releases newest version of MiDAS Lens Calculator - Version
1.0.8
February 10, 2004
For web site publication only
The updated MiDAS Lens Calculator is now web interactive.
Users can now download camera specifications from the new
CAM files page on the Xcitex web site. Specifications for
over 400 cameras are currently available, including surveillance,
high-speed, infrared, and industrial models from over 20
worldwide manufacturers. The MiDAS
Lens Calculator is a free web download. CAM files are
also free.
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Xcitex
presents at MIT course on High-Speed Photography and
Videography for Motion Analysis.
June 7 - 10, 2004
For web site publication only
Cambridge, MA - The Massachusetts Institute of Technology
(MIT) invited Xcitex back for the fifth year to lecture
at the High-Speed Photography and Videography for Motion
Analysis: Systems and Techniques Summer Professional Program
6.51s.
Three principal Xcitex engineers were invited to lecture
at the MIT Edgerton Center's Professional Course. The annual
program at the Edgerton Center of Massachusetts Institute
of Technology (MIT) is the premier course world-wide for
reviewing technologies and trends in the quickly changing,
technical world of high-speed video and motion analysis.
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Xcitex
presents at the Computer-Based Scientific Imaging Conference.
November 13, 2003
For web site publication only
Xcitex CTO, Brian W. Anthony, presented a case study on
High Speed Imaging and Motion Analysis using MiDAS Professional,
our newest product, at the Computer-Based Scientific Imaging
Conference and Exhibition in Chelmsford, MA. This event
is sponsored by National
Instruments.
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Xcitex
introduces ProAnalyst software for analyzing motion within
video and data.
September 15, 2003
For immediate release
Xcitex announces the release of its new MiDAS Professional
series of software. The first component -- ProAnalyst --
provides high-end analysis tools for tracking, measuring
and analyzing high-speed, scientific, and industrial video.
The completely redesigned package includes an innovative
image processing capability, vibration stabilization, video
annotation tools and a comprehensive report generator.
The capabilities for analyzing data acquired with video
are equally comprehensive.
ProAnalyst links seamlessly with the new Professional Capture
component of the series, as well as other MiDAS Video/Data
Capture products.
For more information, contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
launches new web site with interactive demos.
September 10, 2003
For immediate release
Xcitex is pleased to announce the launch of its new web
site, www.xcitex.com. The new site includes interactive
demonstrations of its software packages and extensive download
capabilities.
For more information, contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
introduces new Video Utilities product line with Burn/Archive,
TempCal, Player and Lens Calculator.
August 1, 2003
For distribution
Xcitex announces the release of its first two Video Utilities
products -- the Burn-Archive and the TempCal. Video Utilities
are low-cost software utilities specifically designed for
scientific and industrial camera users.
The Burn-Archive is a multi-disc CD and DVD burning package
for logically archiving large amounts of video and associated
data. It intelligently spans large files and creates tables
of contents. The Restore feature lets users retrieve data
and re-combine spanned images. The TempCal allows users
of monochrome cameras to temperature calibrate their images
and then track the resultant temperature gradients in time
or in space.
Free Evaluation Versions of both software utilities are
available at www.xcitex.com.
For more information, contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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MiDAS
PIV software introduced for high-speed spray and flow
analysis research.
May 15, 2003
For immediate release
Xcitex is pleased to announce the release of its new specialty
software product aimed at capturing particle and flow analysis
researchers. MiDAS PIV is a software control package that
allows users to take control of the individual camera clock
pulses. With such control, users can accurately time double-pulse
laser shots for short exposures. The software is available
directly from Xcitex or through its network of distributors.
For more information, contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
engineers selected to lecture at 2003 MIT High-Speed
Professional Short Course
February 2, 2003
For web site publication only
For the fourth consecutive year, three principal Xcitex
engineers were invited to lecture at the MIT Edgerton Center's
Professional Short Course on High-Speed Video Technologies.
The annual program at the Edgerton
Center of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is
the premier course world-wide for reviewing technologies
and trends in the quickly changing technical world of high-speed
video and motion analysis.
During the 4 day course, Xcitex's Chief Technology Officer
Brian Anthony, Senior Engineer Dr. Jesse Hong, and President
Peter Carellas presented individual lectures on Machine
Vision, Synchronizing Video with Data, Fundamentals of
Optics and Optics in High-Speed Video. The Xcitex lead
engineers also conducted three hands-on afternoon laboratories
concentrating on Vision, Data Acquisition and Optics in
Practice.
For information on attending the course, contact the MIT
Edgerton Center at 617-253-4629 or contact Xcitex, Inc.
at 617-225-0080 or info@xcitex.com.
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New
VGA Motion Trigger introduced for "live-while-record" cameras.
September 1, 2002
For web site publication only
Xcitex announces availability of the new MiDAS VGA Motion
Trigger. Based on the revolutionary MiDAS Motion Trigger
introduced in 2001, this new version now accepts VGA (DB15-pin)
video inputs to support the new line of digital cameras
with " live-while-record " features. The new
VGA Motion Trigger is fully compatible with MiDAS, and
is switchable between PAL and NTSC video.
The MiDAS Motion Trigger has value looking for intermittent
parts failures (circuit breakers, stress tests, etc.) or
for periodic events (missile launches, explosions, etc.).
Just set up the white active area, enable the trigger and
walk-away. An audible alarm tells the operator when the
Motion Trigger has been set off. Combine this Motion Trigger
with the MiDAS Auto-Download module for a perfect remote
monitoring system.
The MiDAS Motion Trigger price has been set at $1895.00
(MSRP).
For more information contact a salesperson at Xcitex, Inc.
at 617-225-0080 or info@xcitex.com.
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The
contractors have left the building -- Xcitex opens new
facilities.
June 1, 2002
For web site publication only
Xcitex has formally opened it's new, expanded, upgraded
office space and engineering facilities. The new quarters
are designed to accommodate the rapid company growth of
the past 3 years. In our new quarters, we now have labs
dedicated to engineering, Quality Assurance and QA Testing,
and a new training room. The new facilities also allow
Xcitex engineers to interconnect software development with
testing through a new corporate-wide server network.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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2002
MIT High-Speed Short Course features 3 principal Xcitex
Engineers.
June 10, 2002
For web site publication only
For the third year, three principal Xcitex engineers were
invited to lecture at the MIT Edgerton Center's short course
on High-Speed Video Technologies. The annual program at
the Edgerton
Center of Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is
the premier course world-wide for reviewing technologies
and trends in the quickly changing technical world of high-speed
video and motion analysis.
During the 4 day course, Xcitex's Chief Technology Officer
Brian Anthony, Senior Engineer Dr. Jesse Hong, and President
Peter Carellas presented individual lectures on Machine
Vision, Synchronizing Video with Data, Fundamentals of
Optics and Optics in High-Speed Video respectively. The
Xcitex lead engineers also conducted three hands-on afternoon
laboratories concentrating on Machine Vision, Data Acquisition
and Optics in Practice.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
expands staff, welcomes MIT's Arnold Kim.
July 1, 2002
For immediate release
Xcitex Inc. of Cambridge, MA is pleased to announce the
addition of Arnold Kim. Mr. Kim is a top graduate of Massachusetts
Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA. Prior to joining
Xcitex, Mr. Kim was an IBM Extreme Blue Engineer involved
in projects that specialize in the detection of network
intrusion and improving security. His most recent work
involved developing methodologies and tools for the detection,
prevention and analysis of network security incidents at
the Global Security Analysis Laboratory at IBM's Zurich,
Switzerland Research Laboratory.
"We met Arnold through our relationship with the Edgerton
Center and we were immediately impressed at the sophistication of his research
primarily in the areas of high-speed stereoscopic motion characterization. We
realized right away that Arnold would be a key player at Xcitex. We are very
lucky to have him onboard," says Peter Carellas, President of Xcitex.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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New
MiDAS security module encrypts sensitive data
August 10, 2001
For web site publication only
The newest MiDAS module was unveiled today at Xcitex. The "Secure
Data Encryption" module provides security to MiDAS
users by encrypting video, data, IRIG/GPS time, location
and test conditions using a robust, proven encryption algorithm.
This module is ideal for customers who use MiDAS for testing
of new, classified or competition-sensitive technologies.
Before saving to any medium (hard drive, CD, or tape) or
transmitted over a network or Internet, all measurement
data is encrypted and password protected. The recipient
must have the password to de-encrypt the data.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
announces release of MiDAS version 2.0.
September 10, 2001
For immediate release
Xcitex Inc. of Cambridge, MA today released MiDAS version
2.0 - the second major version of the Motion & integrated
Data Acquisition/Analysis System. MiDAS2.0 adds 9 new optional
modules and over 30 improvements to the popular MiDAS system.
MiDAS is a software based system designed to add functionality
and application- specific features to industrial and high-speed
video cameras. MiDAS was originally introduced in 1999
with the introduction of high-speed computer-based video
cameras.
Xcitex President Peter Carellas comments on the new release, "MiDAS2.0
has been under development for over a year by our expert
video and data acquisition engineering team. In addition
to adding new functionality for users, it also ratchets
our accuracy and precision to unparalleled levels. MiDAS2.0
incorporates state-of-the art algorithms and hardware synchronization
technologies. Our customers will realize a tremendous benefits
from our active phase lock system."
MiDAS2.0 will begin shipping in early 10/. Current MiDAS
customers will be provided free downloadable upgrades to
MiDAS2.0 for a limited time, starting in 12/ 2001.
About Xcitex
Founded in 1997, Xcitex specializes in technologies for
fusion and processing of high-speed video with external
sensor information. MiDAS, Xcitex's popular system for
high-speed video applications, enables the active synchronization
of video and data, semi-automatic processing of video,
remote network control of cameras, and synchronization
of video with GPS satellites or military range timers.
Xcitex products are widely used in production line inspection,
product engineering, automotive engineering, package development,
research, and military tracking industries.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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New
MiDAS security module encrypts sensitive data
August 10, 2001
For web site publication only
The newest MiDAS module was unveiled today at Xcitex. The "Secure
Data Encryption" module provides security to MiDAS
users by encrypting video, data, IRIG/GPS time, location
and test conditions using a robust, proven encryption algorithm.
This module is ideal for customers who use MiDAS for testing
of new, classified or competition-sensitive technologies.
Before saving to any medium (hard drive, CD, or tape) or
transmitted over a network or Internet, all measurement
data is encrypted and password protected. The recipient
must have the password to de-encrypt the data.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
announces Free Upgrade Program for MiDAS Users
July 10, 2001
For web site publication only
Registered MiDAS users will receive a free upgrade to MiDAS
2.0, announced Xcitex President Peter Carellas. "The release
of MiDAS 2.0 culminates over one year of incremental improvements
to our flagship MiDAS system. We are therefore pleased
to provide our users with the many benefits of these new
features and improved accuracy."
Registered MiDAS users will be contacted by mail sometime
after the release of MiDAS 2.0. Each user will be instructed
to contact Xcitex by email or phone to receive their new
version 2.0 license key code. MiDAS 2.0 upgrades will be
posted to the Xcitex web site by 9/ 1, 2001 for download.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
sets Release Date for new MiDAS 2.0
July 1, 2001
For web site publication only
Xcitex has set the release date for new MiDAS version 2.0
at 8/ 3, 2001. MiDAS 2.0 has numerous new features and
improvements, including new modules for annotation of video
and data and for synchronization to GPS satellites, IRIG
time generators and NASA time generators. In addition,
significant improvements in auto-tracking and synchronized
video/data acquisition have been added, as well as numerous
new data acquisition hardware options. MiDAS 2.0 also marks
the introduction of a creative new technique for synchronizing
multiple high-speed cameras within the same computer. MiDAS
2.0 and the free MiDAS Player will begin shipping in mid-8/.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Dr.
Jesse Hong to join Xcitex Technical Staff
June 22, 2001
For immediate release
Xcitex Inc. of Cambridge MA is pleased to announce the
addition of Dr. Jesse Hong to its engineering staff. Dr.
Hong recently earned his Ph.D. from MIT in Mechanical Engineering
with a specialty in robot guidance and control. Dr. Hong's
doctoral research was funded by NASA/JPL for Mars exploration
technologies. In addition, he had been working in the MIT
Artificial Intelligence Laboratory developing intelligent
control, processing and computer vision technologies. His
most celebrated work was on the WAM - an intelligent robot
arm featured on many news programs that actively tracks
and catches thrown objects. Prior to his recent work at
MIT, Dr. Hong worked at Walt Disney Imagineering and at
iRobot Corporation.
Dr. Hong earned a bachelor's degree Magna Cum Laude from
University of California Berkeley in 1993 and a master's
degree from MIT in 1995. He is a Starr Foundation Fellow
and a member of Tau Beta Pi engineering honor society.
He was also a National Science Foundation sponsored Visiting
Researcher at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and
Technology, and Valedictorian of Francis Polytechnic High
School in Sun Valley, CA.
"Jesse is a perfect addition to Xcitex. He brings cutting edge experience in
innovative vision processing technologies to our growing engineering staff," says
Peter Carellas, President of Xcitex. "Our customers, who typically rely on Xcitex
products to make their high-speed video-based measurements more useful, will
benefit from new technology and product offerings."
About Xcitex
Founded in 1997, Xcitex specializes in technologies for
fusion and processing of high-speed video with external
sensor information. MiDAS, Xcitex's popular system for
high-speed video applications, enables the active synchronization
of video and data, semi-automatic processing of video,
remote network control of cameras, and synchronization
of video with GPS satellites or military range timers.
Xcitex products are widely used in production line inspection,
product engineering, automotive engineering, package development,
research, and military tracking industries.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
engineers achieve new accuracy of video-data synchronization
June 3, 2001
For web site publication only
Xcitex engineers have developed new software algorithms
for aligning data and video acquired with MiDAS. According
to Brian Anthony, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer
of Xcitex, "Our new algorithms allow up to four video cameras
and 64 data channels to achieve registration accuracy of
approximately 10 microseconds." The new algorithms will
be implemented in MiDAS version 2.0, scheduled for release
sometime this fall.
For more information contact Brian Anthony at Xcitex, Inc.
at 617-225-0080 or banthony@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
announces new MiDAS Notes module
June 1, 2001
For web site publication only
Xcitex engineers recently completed the completion of testing
on the newest MiDAS module, named MiDAS Notes (tm). This
module allows users to annotate video and data, and exchange
annotations over networks or other media. MiDAS Notes price
has been initially set at $495. Official release of MiDAS
Notes will be in MiDAS version 2.0 scheduled for later
this fall.
For more information contact Xcitex, Inc. at 617-225-0080
or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
announces new MiDAS Motion Trigger.
February 15, 2001
For web site publication only
Xcitex announces availability of the new MiDAS Motion Trigger.
This stand-alone device works seamlessly with MiDAS version
1.2 to trigger both cameras and data acquisition on motion
within the scene. The MiDAS Motion Trigger has value looking
for intermittent parts failures (circuit breakers, stress
tests, etc.) or for periodic events (missile launches,
explosions, etc.). Just set up the white active area, enable
the trigger and walk-away. An audible alarm tells the operator
when the Motion Trigger has been set off. Combine this
Motion Trigger with the MiDAS Auto-Download module for
a perfect remote monitoring system.
The MiDAS Motion Trigger price has been set at $1595.00
(MSRP).
For more information contact a salesperson at Xcitex, Inc.
at 617-225-0080 or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
announces new MiDAS Computer.
January 15, 2001
For web site publication only
Xcitex has developed a specialty rugged, portable computer
for use with MiDAS and high-speed video cameras. The first
version of the computer has an all-steel chassis and aluminum
shock frame, and comes standard with an on-board CD-burner
and high-resolution 1024x768 full size, high-brightness
15" display. In addition, a custom mounting system retains
the video cards rigidly during transportation and set-up.
The MiDAS-PC price has been set at $9395.00 (MSRP).
For more information contact a salesperson at Xcitex, Inc.
at 617-225-0080 or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
unveils new MiDAS module for GPS and IRIG time code integration
at OSG Range Commanders Meeting.
October 30, 2000
For immediate release
Xcitex introduced the newest MiDAS module at the Optical
Systems Group meeting in San Diego. This module uses 5900
series cards from TrueTime, Inc. for both broadcast IRIG
and land IRIG A,B and for GPS. This is the first module
in a family of similar modules based on different manufacturers'
boards. The MiDAS module tags all data and high-speed video
with either IRIG or GPS time codes. Designed for the military
range coordinator, the time code modules will enable test
engineers to record launch events at multiple locations
without interconnecting cables and with no operator intervention.
In addition, MiDAS's industry-unique waveform-per-frame
(tm) technology allows up to 64 channels of synchronized
data to be collected with high-speed video. In addition,
the auto-download module enables systems to automatically
download captured events and re-arm automatically for the
next test.
Pricing has been set at $6995 for the model TC-TT01P module.
The standard model includes the IRIG and GPS receiver board,
a weatherproof antenna with 50 feet of cable. Accessories
include a lightning arrester to prevent lightning strikes
on the antenna from reaching the computer and extended-range
up/down converters with 200 feet of antenna cable.
Peter Carellas, President of Xcitex states that "Xcitex
continues to produce modules that open new markets for
MiDAS. This first timing module brings a complete video
instrumentation package to the military test range. Whereas
in the past, data collection and video capture were separate
range functions, MiDAS with the new time code modules integrates
these two critical functions. We are very excited about
the benefits of MiDAS on the range."
Xcitex will begin shipping this new module in 12/.
For more information contact Peter Carellas at Xcitex,
Inc. at 617-225-0080 or info@xcitex.com.
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Xcitex
engineers install second upgrade to stress evaluation
system.
September 26, 2000
For immediate release
Xcitex, Inc. of Cambridge MA. recently recently completed
a 6-month long upgrade to a system for monitoring material
stresses using video cameras. This custom project simultaneously
streams images to disk and to VCRs from five high-resolution
analog cameras with state of the art multi-channel frame
grabbers. The system was developed for engineers to study
various materials as they are subjected to repetitive stresses
and strains. The system allows two operators in a remote
location to manipulate 5 video cameras, complex optical
elements and eight motion control stages to find and then
track two anomalies in the material simultaneously using
computer-based joystick controls. The operators can select
the zoom magnification (from 0.6x to 260x) and archive
important images directly onto disk in real time.
For more information contact Peter Carellas at Xcitex,
Inc. at 617-225-0080 or info@xcitex.com.
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MiDAS
used at Olympic Games to capture and evaluate world class
swimmer biomechanics.
August 29, 2000
For immediate release
Off in the corner of the Olympic swimming pool in Sydney
were two high-speed digital video cameras. Equipped with
state-of-the art software from Xcitex, these cameras automatically
captured the first 2 seconds of each race. Where television
brought their audience the race refreshed at 30 frames
per second, the researchers who installed the MiDAS system
captured the race at 1000 frames per second.
The Australian Institute of Sports set MiDAS into motion
at the beginning of the Olympics. For security concerns,
researchers not directly associated with the swimming events
were not allowed in the pool area during the games. That
meant that the MiDAS system had to be set up the day before
the first event and picked up the day after the last event
without any operator interaction.
In order to automatically capture and archive the starts
of these races, MiDAS was equipped with the optional Automatic
Download module. Triggering off the starter's pistol, MiDAS
captured 2048 frames of video and archived them onto the
host computer, then re-arm itself for the next race. Over
60 race starts were automatically captured.
The enormous amount of video data will be processed using
the Institute's proprietary bio-mechanical analysis software
and used for performance enhancement.
For more information contact Peter Carellas at Xcitex,
Inc. at 617-225-0080 or info@xcitex.com.
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Formula
1 racing champion Team Ferrari purchases MiDAS for research
facility.
August 3, 2000
For web site publication only
Xcitex congratulates Team Ferrari for their championship
Formula 1 racing season. We like to think that we had our
own little hand in the success -- Ferrari researchers use
MiDAS for performance enhancing instrumentation. While
the research institute using MiDAS is secretive about their
research (and we do not ask), we hope it involves using
high-speed video and synchronized sensor data to learn
more about their race cars. And, if we can help in any
way, we'll be at the test track with helmets ready!
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Xcitex
donates MiDAS system to MIT Edgerton Lab
June 18, 2000
For web site publication only
The world-famous Edgerton Laboratory for High-Speed Imaging
at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology joined the
list of MiDAS users today. Students who take the graduate
class in high-speed imaging taught by Dr. Jim Bales or
Dr. Kim Vandiver will use MiDAS in one of their laboratory
projects. Xcitex engineers will assist the MIT professors
in creating the lab assignment. We at Xcitex are very pleased
to support one of our alma mater schools -- and we are
always hoping that the students remember us when looking
for quality employment.
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MiDAS
Player released for free distribution
June 16, 2000
For web site publication only
Starting with version 1.2bx, the new MiDAS Player will
be available free of charge and downloadable off the Xcitex
web site. The MiDAS Player will also have all the functions
of the MiDAS play module, including the ability to zoom
magnify portions of an image and the ability to stamp data
onto video. In addition, the MiDAS Players will be able
to load and save AVI video, AU2 data and XLS analyses.
The free MiDAS Player will facilitate playback of previously
recorded images, collaboration between test labs and engineers
and presentation of MiDAS data. The most current version
of the MiDAS Player will be posted on the Xcitex web site
Software page for download. No license key codes or registration
codes are required.
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Xcitex
introduces new MiDAS module for automatic download of
images over network environment.
May 12, 2000
For web site publication only
The 13th MiDAS module was released for distribution in
version 1.2b2 today. This module, named the "Auto-Download
Module" is the first module in the Remote Control
family of modules. This module allows operators to set
MiDAS in a hands-free record mode. Upon receipt of an external
event trigger, MiDAS will save both video and data. The
model number of this module is MiDAS-RC-AD1.
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