Streamlining experimental control stacks with flexible, FPGA-based instrumentation and Python

Overview

Automating control of experiments is critical for efficient data taking and repeatable results. To this end, Python has become the programming language of choice for an expansive list of research fields, including bioinformatics, machine learning, and experimental physics, owing to its ease of use and abundant supporting resources.

During this presentation, we explain how to use Python to implement an experimental control stack with Moku, a family of reconfigurable, FPGA-based instruments, to maximize efficiency and speed. You’ll learn how to leverage Python for streamlined control and data viewing, easily integrating Moku devices into your sequence alongside other necessary components.

You’ll see how to use the Moku Python API, from basic installation to connecting and configuring instruments. In a live demo, we also show you how to implement scripts for common functions such as waveform generation, data logging, and phase measurements. Watch the webinar to learn new ways to accelerate your own experiments, maximizing the flexibility and versatility of Moku and Python together. 

The webinar includes a presentation, demonstration, and live Q&A session.

Webinar details

• Title: Streamlining experimental control stacks with flexible, FPGA-based instrumentation and Python
  
• Date recorded: July 24, 2024
• Speaker: Jason Ball