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Although Silicon-on-Insulator (SOI) MMIC switches can achieve fast switching, wide bandwidth and high frequency and power, most come at high cost. GaAs MMIC switch designs achieve comparable performance at considerably lower cost with distinct advantages. Read why Mini-Circuits’ GaAs MMIC technology switches afford a compelling alternative to comparable SOI models.
With the increasing excitement surrounding 5G non-terrestrial networks (NTN), satellites are poised to revolutionize telecommunications. In this context, this paper aims to provide insight into the applications of IoT-NTN, the fundamental technology architecture, and details of the advanced test solutions from ALifecom.
From understanding S-parameters to mastering discrete Fourier transforms, this article delves into frequency and time domain analysis, showcasing applications like spectral analysis, impulse response simulations, and time gating for accurate measurements. Explore the intricacies of TDR and lowpass modes, and unlock the potential of VNA technology for precise RF measurements and signal analysis.
This Whitepaper addresses the challenges of RF system simulation to optimize Power Amplifier performance. Key issues include compromise between simulation accuracy and speed to manage signal distortion under load-pull conditions. DPD techniques address linearity but pose cost and implementation challenges, especially with emerging 5G standards and active antenna architectures.
Many consumer products communicate over broadband networks. From television to fiber transmission networks, the bandwidth of data communication is increasing, and the integrity of RF signals has become a major concern. This paper demonstrates how inductors are used for RF isolation in circuits ranging from relatively narrow band applications like portable devices up to broadband networks for data distribution.
This paper highlights the pivotal role of secure satellite communications (SATCOM) in modern military operations, emphasizing their unmatched connectivity and strategic advantages. It addresses the criticality of SATCOM for uninterrupted communication on the battlefield, discusses multifaceted utility, explores 5G integration implications, addresses interference challenges, and introduces Anritsu spectrum analyzers for innovative interference mitigation solutions.
Engineered electromagnetic surfaces (EES) are passive metasurfaces designed to artificially enhance wireless signal coverage. In this paper, propagation experiments are conducted to verify the accuracy of a novel ray-optical scattering model for EES. Wireless InSite’s implementation of the scattering model is presented along with measured and simulated propagation data for a large indoor office environment.
The increased use of wide bandgap semiconductors like GaN and SiC in power converters enables high-power-density supplies with low switching losses and improved efficiency. Yet, benefits of these fast-switching transistors can be hindered without addressing parasitics at high frequencies. The white paper introduces parasitics, describes their presence in passive components, and demonstrates using the R&S®LCX200 LCR meter.
In this White Paper you will learn about RF filter materials, configurations and packaging, as well as filter design, material selection, SWaP-C, and customization.
Operating within the 8.0–12.0 GHz frequency range, X-Band radar systems have proved vital across various industries, including meteorology, air traffic control, defense, and maritime services. Their exceptional resolution and accuracy make them indispensable in our technology-driven world.
The 21st-century battlefield evolution emphasizes advanced military systems like radar and ECM, demanding fast-paced, flexible, and cost-effective design strategies. Integrating high-performance testing instruments, dedicated software, and comprehensive support ensures optimal operation of these systems, meeting the rigorous standards and varied environments specified by the DoD.
Extended Reality/Cross Reality (XR), whose use cases have expanded from the world of gaming, keeps growing and evolving while taking in diverse technologies. Its use cases have been spreading in business in recent years, with new applications developed for such areas as simulation, training, learning, and collaboration.
This article serves as an introduction to frequency modulated continuous wave (FMCW) radar generation within the 24 GHz ISM band. This includes the major building blocks required for this type of radar system such as ramp generation, transmit and receive stages, downconversion, and sampling.
Electromagnetic simulation time and memory are dependent upon the electrical size of the model being simulated. In this paper, analysis between simulation runtime and memory between Altair Feko’s full wave/asymptotic solvers and parallel processes is performed using aircraft models provided in UT Austin’s RCS Benchmark Suite.
Today’s Multifunction Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) systems are engineered and manufactured to simultaneously perform different operations, such as radar, electronic warfare (EW), and communications functions. One of the most critical elements of digitally reprogrammable multifunction AESA systems are the fixed-frequency sources.
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This white paper examines the contrasts between traditional line of sight (LoS) radar and over-the-horizon (OTH) HF radar, driven by emerging threats like hypersonic missiles. It delves into HF propagation principles, interference sources, and operational OTH radar like ROTHR and JORN, while also addressing challenges in research, development, testing, and evaluation.
Although Silicon-on-Insulator (SOI) MMIC switches can achieve fast switching, wide bandwidth and high frequency and power, most come at high cost. GaAs MMIC switch designs achieve comparable performance at considerably lower cost with distinct advantages. Read why Mini-Circuits’ GaAs MMIC technology switches afford a compelling alternative to comparable SOI models.
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