January 30 - February 2, 2012

DesignCon 2012

Don’t miss the definitive event for chip, board, and systems designers. Created by engineers for engineers, DesignCon’s highly technical program features 14 cutting-edge conference tracks taught by industry experts, visionary keynotes, in-depth panel discussions, plus 100+ exhibitors including Agilent Technologies, Rambus, LeCroy, Tektronix, Mentor Graphics, Rohde & Schwarz and many more! Microwave Journal readers qualify for free expo passes or 15% conference discounts with promo code: DCMWJ.

Santa Clara, California, US

Santa Clara Convention Center

www.designcon.com

January 31, 2012

AESA Radar Trends: Fast-jets and Beyond

Sponsored by Rohde & Schwarz

AESA radar often gets associated with fast-jet platforms with high profile platforms such as the F-22 and the F-35 leading the trend, while Raytheon and Northrop Grumman are leading the charge for expanding the capabilities of earlier generation fast-jets such as the F-15 and F-16. In Europe, Eurofighter, Rafale and Saab encompass European implementation of AESA-based radar on fast-jets. As the technology matures, the scalability of AESA radar is allowing implementation on a much wider range of platforms covering other air as well as land and naval platforms. This presentation looks at the state of play for AESA radar implementation in fast-jets and beyond.

Free 1-hour Webinar

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February 2, 2012

Measurement-Based FET Modeling Using Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs)

Innovations in EDA Webcast

This talk introduces NeuroFET, a newly available complete measurement-based FET modeling flow, from automatically controlled data acquisition, ANN training, and non quasi-static FET model simulation for nonlinear circuit design. Innovative technical breakthroughs enable NeuroFET to optimally construct the complicated device charge functions and other state functions from knowledge only of the S-parameter measurements, resulting in excellent predictions at high frequencies for key effects such as AM-PM and ACPR distortion in power amplifiers. Several additional advantages will be discussed.

Free 1-hour Webcast

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February 6-9, 2012

NATE 2012

The NATE Annual Conference & Exposition is recognized as the premier event of the year for the tower erection, service and maintenance industry, providing education, marketing, networking, and the development of cohesion among NATE members. Held in February each year, it includes educational sessions where attendees acquire crucial knowledge and information about current and relevant topics from industry experts. The exposition provides attendees with the opportunity to view and discuss the latest innovations in products and services from recognized and respected industry leaders.

San Antonio, Texas, US

San Antonio Convention Center

www.natehome.com

February 9, 2012

HSPA+ and LTE Test Challenges for Multi-Format UE Developers

Agilent in Wireless Communications Webcast

LTE is “hot”. And so is 2G/3G/3.5G led by HSPA+. Both are getting redefined with new thresholds for high data throughput and an IP based transport. Demands on handset developers are unprecedented as they add more radios, implement the latest 4G wireless technologies seamlessly with legacy 2G/3G and support the performance needs of a multitude of applications. This webcast will discuss the trends and opportunity with HSPA+, and the challenges faced by handset developers in delivering reliable performance at high data rates. It provides insights on the test needs with dual-carrier HSDPA and HSPA+ implementation.

Free 1-hour Webcast

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February 22, 2012

Understanding Radio Channel – Part 1: Bridging the Gap between Lab and Field Tests for LTE

Presented by Elektrobit Corp.

This webinar offers you the insight needed to bridge the gap between the lab and the field by means of the virtual drive test; which seamlessly delivers the most remarkable representation of the real world environment right to your lab.

Free 1-hour Webinar

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February 27 - March 1, 2012

GSMA Mobile World Congress 2012

Far more than a mere communication device, mobiles now serve as our books, health monitors, payment transfer devices, social connectors and tour guides. Mobile technology is embedded in our cars, homes, appliances, governments and utilities. Mobile is enhancing and expanding education and thus, transforming the world. Mobile World Congress 2012 will celebrate the current state of mobile and offer a glimpse into where mobile has the potential to go next.

Barcelona, ES

Fira Montjuïc

www.mobileworldcongress.com

March 12-15, 2012

Satellite 2012

The SATELLITE Conference and Exhibition is the premier event providing solutions to the global satellite end-user community. SATELLITE 2012 will attract more than 11,000 delegates from 75 countries and feature more than 350 exhibiting companies plus a full conference program led by more than 300 communications via satellite experts and innovators. The 2012 Conference features focused forums on broadcast, military, emerging technologies, regional growth, enterprise, and MSS.

Washington, District of Columbia, US

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

www.satellite2012.com

April 3-5, 2012

Microwave & RF 2012

This event is aimed at industrial and academics working in the telecommunications, space, aeronautic, defence/security, automotive, medical, research and consumer electronics sectors, etc. The majority of expert visitors to Microwave & RF will be engineers, project managers and technicians. In addition to the exhibition, several series of conferences, workshops, seminars and round table discussions will be organized to enable participants to take stock of the latest technical and technological developments in Microwave, RF, wireless, EMC and optical fibre.

Paris, FR

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

www.microwave-rf.com

April 16-17, 2011

Wamicon 2012

The 13th annual IEEE Wireless and Microwave Technology Conference (WAMICON 2012) will be held in the beautiful Cocoa Beach area in Florida. The conference will address up-to-date multidisciplinary research needs and interdisciplinary aspects of wireless and RF technology. The program includes oral presentations, poster presentations, workshops, and tutorials. Prospective authors are invited to submit original and high-quality work for presentation at the WAMICON and for publication in IEEEXplore. The technical program will cover wireless communication systems and RF technologies.

Cocoa Beach, Florida, US

Hilton Cocoa Beach

www.wamicon.org

May 5-8, 2012

2012 Microwave Wireless Industry Exhibition

Microwave Wireless Industry Exhibition in China has already been held over 10 years. It is held with "National Conference on Microwave and Millimeter Wave in China (Microwave Annual Conference of China)" every odd year and with "International Conference on Microwave and Millimeter Wave Technology" every even year. The International Conference on Microwave and Millimeter Wave Technology, sponsored by the Chinese Institute of Electronics, organized by the Microwave Society of Chinese Institute of Electronics, is the largest conference in microwave and millimeter wave field in China.

Shenzhen, CN

Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center

www.cnmw.org

May 8-10, 2012

RF/Microwave Zone Pavilion at CTIA Wireless 2012

Microwave Journal is pleased to announce the 4th annual RF/Microwave Zone pavilion at CTIA Wireless 2012. This dedicated pavilion features industry leading companies that provide components, integrated circuits, test, measurement and simulation tools as the essential ingredients for today's wireless applications and tomorrow's emerging technologies.

Now you can find solutions to your high frequency design challenges in one convenient location. Stop by "The Zone" and meet industry experts who are eager to discuss your RF/microwave requirements. For more information, contact Kristen Anderson at (781) 619-1940 or e-mail: kanderson@mwjournal.com.

New Orleans, Louisiana, US

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

www.rfmwzone.com

May 8-10, 2012

CTIA Wireless 2012

International CTIA WIRELESS® is the premier marketplace for wireless, telecom and broadband as well as the key vertical markets that have entered into wireless. Gather alongside 40,000 service providers, manufacturers, developers, retailers, enterprise end users and the media to join in the dialogue on the future of wireless.

New Orleans, Louisiana, US

Ernest N. Morial Convention Center

www.ctiawireless.com

June 17-22, 2012

IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium

IMS2012 offers technical sessions, interactive forums, plenary and panel sessions, workshops, short courses, industrial exhibits, application seminars, historical exhibits, and a wide array of other technical and social activities including a guest program. Co-located with IMS2012 are the RFIC symposium (www.rfic2012.org) and the ARFTG conference (www.arftg.org), which comprise the Microwave Week 2012 technical program. With over 12,000 attendees and over 800 industrial exhibits of the latest state-of-the-art microwave products, Microwave Week is the world’s largest gathering of Radio Frequency (RF) and microwave professionals and the most important forum for the latest and most advanced research in the area.

Montreal, CA

Palais des congres de Montreal

www.ims2012.org

August 5-10, 2012

2012 IEEE EMC

The IEEE 2012 International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility is where you want to be on August 5-10, 2012. This year’s host city Pittsburgh, PA offers the David L. Lawrence convention center located in the hub of Pittsburgh’s culture, business and entertainment district. The symposium offers top-rated peer-reviewed technical paper session, workshops and tutorials, along with Global EMC University. Additionally, there are a wide variety of exhibitors showcasing the latest EMC products and services.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

The David L. Lawrence Convention Center

www.emc2012.isemc.org