Thermistor
Demonstration circuit for thermistor: schematic diagram, recommended breadboard layout, and connection to NI myRIO MXP Connector B.
This project introduces students to the thermistor principles of operation, measurement of thermistor resistance, conversion of measured resistance to temperature, and sizing of the voltage-divider resistor for the best measurement sensitivity and range. Students complete activities that demonstrate component operation and interface theory so that students can use thermisters in future integrated projects. Through these activities, students follow steps to demonstrate correct operation of the thermistor, watch videos involving theory, and participate in a short activity after each video.
by Dr. Ed Doering | Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
This is module 7 of
39 in the course,
NI myRIO Project Essentials Guide.
STUDENT MATERIALS
- PDF Project Manual
- LabVIEW Code
- Video Tutorials (linked within Project Manual)
SKILLS REQUIRED
- Basic LabVIEW familiarity
- Basic circuit building
Related Resources
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myRIO
myRIO
Provides reconfigurable I/O that allows you to teach and implement multiple design concepts with one device.
LabVIEW
LabVIEW
An integrated development environment designed specifically for engineers and scientists.
myRIO Starter Accessory Kit
myRIO Starter Accessory Kit
Includes sensors and components needed for basic projects. Students have the opportunity to engage in custom projects to learn sensor and actuator integration and basic programming.
Required Software
Download Academic Software, Learn About Software Licensing- myRIO Software Bundle (2013 or later)
- LabVIEW (Requires license)
- LabVIEW Real-Time Module (Requires license)
- LabVIEW myRIO Toolkit
Required Hardware
Purchase Engineering Education Products- myRIO (enclosed) - View Specifications
- myRIO Starter Accessory Kit
- Kit components included in this module:
- 10KΩ Thermister
- 10KΩ Resistor
- 0.1 μF Capacitor
- Breadboard
- Jumper Wires
- Kit components included in this module:
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