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8.9.0 PerformanceCommentsFeatureMTS TestSuite inter-activity latencies are slower than MPT inter-process latencies.Runtime Latencies8.10.0 GeneralComm

8.11.0 OtherCommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTermThese functions are equivalent, except for the following features:Set Control EventProgram Co

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTerm• The MPE activity supports data entry rules and enhancedvalidation that the MPT process does not support

IndexAAbsolute End Level propertyramp activity 44, 47action syntax examples 75activitiesassign variables 23calculate variables 23custom message window

Cyclic command 93, 95Ddata acquisitiondata acquisition 42data acquisition activityadd to parallel path 53data acquisition 54data acquisition processes

LLabel Font Size propertyvariable meter monitor display 69launch external application activity 23Level Crossing Acquisition 96limit detection 98loggin

Pparallel pathadd data acquisition activity 53parallel path activityadd cycle activity 53parallel path test flow control activity 54Parallel Paths 101

properties (continued)profile actionprofile activity 67ramp shaperamp activity 44, 47relative end levelcycle activity 50relative end level 1cycle acti

stationconnect 32station configurationopen file 42Station Managerconfiguration 42Event Action editor 64test execution 24station resourcesdigital outpu

Variable propertyprofile activity 67variable meter monitor display 69variablesadd 23edit 23Variables Editor 22WWave Shape propertycycle activity 45wav

2.0 Preface2.1.0 Before You BeginSafety first!Before you use your MTS product or system, read and understand the safety information provided with your

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3.0 Designing a TestTopics:•Introduction...

3.1.0 IntroductionAbout this chapterThis chapter contains information about the MPE and Station Manager software, basic test design principles,how tes

DescriptionActivityStepWith your station open, use the MPE application.Start the MPE application andselect a new test2To create a test file, drag test

Important:You must leave the Station Manager application open, but you can minimize it so it does not appearon your screen.MTS TestSuite MPX is the in

Note:MTS TestSuite projects are independent of the underlying controller, and are not related to MTScontroller projects or the MTS Project Manager app

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Cycle Activities PropertiesError indicators assist definitionRed error icons appear next to activity property fields where information is missing or i

Error Indicators3.2.3.1.0 Deleting and Disabling Test ActivitiesIf you want to remove a test activity from the test procedure, you can either delete t

3.2.3.2.0 Variables OverviewTypically, when you enter a value for a property in an activity, you can change the value only when the testis stopped and

• The MPE application uses variables to simplify test creation and modification, allow operator interactionin the test flow, and facilitate monitor di

3.2.4.0 Working with Test-Run Display DevicesWhen you start the test, you can see real-time test information on the Test-Run Display panel.Add monitor

Caution:Improperly or carelessly modifying the settings in the Station Manager application canresult in unexpected actuator movement.Unexpected actuat

If you inadvertently run a modified test and have to undo the changes you made to the test before you ran it(and the application automatically saved i

OffsetsIf an offset is applied to the station, the test will respect that offset and run assuming the offset position is“zero”. For example, if the st

Recommended:It is important to understand how detector actions affect system operation. In most cases, MTSrecommends using the C-Stop Interlock action

6. The system will launch another instance of Microsoft Excel and show the newly generated report file.Multipurpose Elite Test Design Guide 293.0 Des

Contents1.0 Technical Support 71.1.0 How to Get Technical Support...

4.0 Working with ResourcesTopics:•Resources...

4.1.0 ResourcesWith the MPE application, you create test designs that cause controller resources to apply desired forces toyour test specimen. Control

Display of MPE Application ResourcesDescriptionFunctionNumberWhen MPE is connected to a station, the window titleshows the controller and station conf

4.3.0 Resource MappingA resource map aligns test resources with controller resources.When you create a test while MPE is connectedto a controller and

Resource Validation ErrorsResource validation errors appear as red icons on the Resources tab. Validation errors occur when youconnect to a controller

Creating resources manuallyIf no existing tests are available to import resources from, you must add them to your test manually. (Resourcestab > Ad

4.5.0 Resources That Allow Dimension ChangesFloat signals with fixed dimensionsA float signal is a type of test resource that typically has a fixed di

5.0 Creating TestsTopics:•Installing MTS TestSuite Simulation Software...

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5.1.0 Installing MTS TestSuite SimulationSoftwareInstallation of the simulation software consists of launching two separate self-extracting executable

• Acquires time data while cycling.• Ramps back to zero.• Shows test signals on a Signal Scope monitor as the test runs.After you follow the steps in

MPE features used to create this test• Ramp activity• Cycle activity• Data Acquisition activity• Input Parameters activity• Parallel Path activity• Re

Note:If you are prompted to select a controller, select the “Acumen Simulation - MTS FlexTest 40”controller.2. In the Open Station window, select the

2. Drag and drop the Ramp activity on the “Drop Activities Here” text in the work area.Adding a Ramp Activity3. Define Ramp activity properties:a. Ent

1. Drag a Cycle activity below the Ramp activity.Adding a Cycle Activity2. Define Cycle activity properties:a. Ensure that the Cycle activity is selec

ValueProperty2 mmRelative End Level 1-2 mmRelative End Level 2N/APhase Lag5.2.6.0 Adding a Second Ramp ActivityUse this task to add a second Ramp acti

ValuePropertyTimeTiming Type2 secTimeRampRamp ShapeNo CompensatorCompensatorAxialChannel ListDisplacementControl Mode0 mmAbsolute End Level5.2.7.0 Add

Note:By default, Time is the parameter used for the X axis, which is desired for the sample test.7. In the Properties panel, expand the Y Axis panel.8

5.2.8.0 Checking the Test ProcedureIn this task, you run the test to check its design thus far.Note:The test design process is iterative; therefore, i

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Test Run on Signal Scope5.2.9.0 Adding VariablesIn this task, you replace the currently fixed end-level values of the Cycle activity with variable val

Relative End Level 1 Ready for Variable5. Click the Relative End Level 1 entry box and select <new variable>.Note:If a preexisting variable was

NotesValuePropertyYou provide the operator the capabilityto change the variable value while thetest is running by enabling the EditableDuring Test pro

Test Procedure with New Input Variables Activity3. In the Properties panel, enter the following as necessary:Input Variables Activity PropertiesValueP

1. Add a Parallel Paths activity to the test flow.a) Click the Procedure tab and scroll down to the Test Flow Control category in the Toolbox panel.b)

DAQ and Cycle Activities Added to Parallel Paths Activity6. In the Properties panel, enter the following as necessary:Data Acquisition Activity Proper

ValuePropertyBuffer Size Note:Click the Advanced button to set thebuffer size.100 count5.2.12.0 Running the Test ProcedureIn this task, run the comple

Now that you have created and run a basic test, you can open one of the more complex test designs thatcame with your MTS Acumen system, such as the MT

6.0 Creating Advanced TestsTopics:•Introduction...

6.1.0 IntroductionAbout this chapterThis chapter contains step-by-step instructions for creating advanced tests with the MPE application. Creatingadva

• Report Template• External FileThe application provides default base directory settings that can be viewed or modified from the Preferences> Confi

• Uses MPE monitor displays to monitor test results:• Signal Scope to monitor the profile command waveform• Digital IO Indicator to indicate when a sp

Profile Controls6.2.3.0 Creating a ProfileThis task creates a profile. A profile is a document that defines a custom waveform using special formatting

Note:For the next step, you can copy the sample profile text from the PDF of this document and paste itinto a Notepad document rather than entering th

Note:The controller and configuration file you selected in the previous two steps are used for creatingand running tests using the simulation and this

6.2.5.0 Starting the MPE Application and Creating a New Test ShellThis task creates a new empty test shell and opens the Procedure workspace. When you

Effect/ExplanationValueProperty100%FrequencyMultiplierArbitrary end level control is availablefor the Profile activity. For moreNo CompensatorCompensa

Effect/ExplanationValuePropertycolumn is blank until you create acounter.To make a variable to support acounter:Pass CounterPass Counter• Click the li

12. Select the Minimum check box, and set the value to 0 sec.13. Select the Maximum check box, and set the value to 20 sec.6.2.8.0 Adding a Monitor Di

1.0 Technical Support1.1.0 How to Get Technical SupportStart with your manualsThe manuals supplied by MTS provide most of the information you need to

Digital IO Meter uses the corresponding “Turn on light” and “Turn off light” actions you created in CreatingController Resource Actions that Map to th

Specimen Selection PropertiesValuePropertySpecimen-1NameGenericGeometryGenericDomain5. Click OK.6. Observe the Setup Variables window, and click OK.7.

6.2.11.0 Considerations for Profile DesignYou can create a profile using one of the following tools:• A text editor• A spreadsheet applicationWhen cre

ALC Compensator SettingsDescriptionItemUse the Browse button to browse to and selectthe Matrix file.Browse to andSelect the Matrix FileSpecifies wheth

DescriptionItemNote:This option is available only if you havespecified a single-channel Profile or Cycleactivity.Selects the channel to which the comp

FileType= Block-ArbitraryDate= Fri May 12 07:55:44 2010Description= this is a sample test profileActionList= <DO 1 on>, <DO 1 off>, counte

ActionList= <DO on>, <DO off>, “Counter 1”, Counter2Channels= 1Channel(1)= Channel 1Frequency= 1Hz Count= 1 segmentsShape= SineLevel2= 0.0

SuggestionsCommentsKeywordThis is an optional but recommended entry.Placed in the file by the ProfileEditor to determine thedimension of a given unit.

CommentsRangeKeywordThis entry is required.UndeterminedLevel1This entry is required for more than onesegment.UndeterminedLevel2This optional entry spe

Level dataThe level data defines the end level of the rows. The file requires a Level 1 value for each row. If a Level 2value is included, multiple se

Know your site number and system numberThe site number contains your company number and identifies your equipment type (such as material testingor sim

Note:The MPE application does not require the names of profile channels to be the same as the namesof station channels.You can arbitrarily map any pro

Using normalized dimensions to define control modesYou can use any of these normalized dimensions to define a control mode in a station configuration.

7.0 MTS Controller SoftwareTopics:•Software Concepts...

7.1.0 Software ConceptsDesigning tests involves using MTS controller software and MTS TestSuite software together to meet yourtest objectives.MTS cont

7.2.0 Adding Station ResourcesController hardware resources are the physical components (such as conditioner cards) installed in thecontroller chassis

7.2.2.0 Adding New Hardware to a ControllerIf you need to add physical hardware components to your controller chassis, contact MTS.86 Multipurpose El

8.0 Appendix A: MPE for MPT UsersTopics:•About This Appendix...

8.1.0 About This AppendixIf you are familiar with MTS MultiPurpose TestWare (MPT) software, this appendix will help you make thetransition to the MTS

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTermacquired data, routing results to runtime displays and reports, andin-test decision-making.MPE supports t

• Keyboard enhancers• Print spoolers• Messaging applications1.3.0 If You Contact MTS by PhoneA Call Center agent registers your call before connecting

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTermIn MPT, processes directly access the station resources (channels,signals, actions, and so on).This is co

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTermMPT does not have an equivalent to the MPE concept of aSpecimen.Specimen,SpecimenGeometry, DomainsNo equi

CommentsFeatureMPE does not have an analogous capability. It can be simulated with some work usingthe Log Message activity.Not implemented in MPE. Hol

CommentsFeatureMPT supports this feature, and MPE does not support it.This requires you to createa new test run and delete the old one.Reset the curre

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTermFunctionally equivalent.DwellDwell CommandThe MPE activity has the following enhancements:• More flexible

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTermMPE supports PRO SEQUENCE but does not support the old RDSURFfiles.MPE does not support assigning a contr

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTermThe MPE Data Acquisition activity covers this capability. Additionally,it supports:DAQPeak/ValleyAcquisit

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTermThere is a lot of overlap, but each can do things that the other cannotdo easily.MPE cannot easily perfor

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTerm• MPE and MPT both have a Trend Limits Table for setup, runtime,and results. MPE can also select a subset

CommentsMPE Activity orTermMPT Process orTermTo replicate the MPT single process in MP, the designer mustcreate one runtime control, three activities