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SATCOM: Eye In The Sky
There are many ways to communicate via wireless transmission. One of the most prevalent forms of such is satellite communication (SATCOM). While this technology operates in a meshed network that envelopes the globe, we often forget it even exists.
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![whitepaper]( "Optimizing Clock Synthesis In Small Cells And Heterogeneous Networks")
Optimizing Clock Synthesis In Small Cells And Heterogeneous NetworksMobile network operators are increasingly turning to small cell base stations to expand coverage, increase capacity, and enable network densification in congested, high-traffic urban environments. Small cells are low-power radio access nodes that can be used by operators to offload mobile data to Internet Protocol (IP) networks and enable more efficient use of radio spectrum in 4G/LTE applications.
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![itemeditorimage_60924542b73ef]( "The Rectangular Waveguide Cut-Off Frequency")
The Rectangular Waveguide Cut-Off FrequencyThe cut-off frequency is the frequency above which the waveguide offers minimum attenuation to the propagation of the signal. Frequencies below the cut-off frequency are attenuated by the waveguide. The dominant mode in a waveguide is the propagation mode with the lowest cut-off frequency.
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![itemeditorimage_60a372344aa44]( "EMI Shielding Techniques In RF Circuit Boards")
EMI Shielding Techniques In RF Circuit BoardsEMI shielding techniques protect devices from electromagnetic fields, radiofrequency interferences, and electrostatic fields. Nested shields prevent interference between different components. A via fence reduces crosstalk and EMI in RF circuits.
FEATURED PRODUCTS
X-Band Low Noise Block Converter: TLNB-7500AS
The TLNB-7500AS X-Band Low Noise Block Converter is specially designed for SATCOM applications. Utilizing state-of-the-art HEMT and GaAs FET technology, this block converter has been designed for both fixed and transportable applications.
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![Lowest Loss Microwave Cable: SUCOFLEX 400]( "Lowest Loss Microwave Cable: SUCOFLEX 400")
Lowest Loss Microwave Cable: SUCOFLEX 400The new SUCOFLEX 400 microwave cable family has been specifically developed for industrial, medical, test and measurement and ground defence applications, where the lowest loss, highest performance, best phase stability versus temperature and phase stability versus bending, excellent return loss and mechanical stability are of the utmost importance.
FEATURED SOLUTIONS
SPDT Switch for Receive Applications: QPC8015Q
The QPC8015Q is a low insertion loss, high isolation single-pole dual-throw (SPDT) switch with performance optimized for low power routing and diversity applications. The QPC8015Q is controlled by 1 bit GPIO with a compact 0.7 mm x 1.1 mm x 0.59 mm size, which allows for a small solution size with no need for external DC blocking capacitors.
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![SKY66523-11-Star]( "Wide Instantaneous Bandwidth High-Efficiency Power Amplifier: SKY66523-11")
Wide Instantaneous Bandwidth High-Efficiency Power Amplifier: SKY66523-11The SKY66523-11 is a 200 MHz instantaneous bandwidth, fully input/output matched 30 dBm power amplifier (PA) with high gain and linearity. The compact 5 × 5 mm PA is designed for 5G NR systems operating from 3550 to 4200 MHz.
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![SKY66399-11_BD]( "Wide Instantaneous Bandwidth High-Efficiency Power Amplifier Applications: SKY66399-11")
Wide Instantaneous Bandwidth High-Efficiency Power Amplifier Applications: SKY66399-11The SKY66399-11 is a high-efficiency fully input/output matched power amplifier (PA) with high gain and linearity. The compact 5 x 5 mm PA is designed for FDD and TDD 2G/3G/4G LTE small-cell base stations operating from 1900 to 2000 MHz.
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![SKY66520-11]( "Wide Instantaneous Bandwidth High-Efficiency Power Amplifier: SKY66520-11")
Wide Instantaneous Bandwidth High-Efficiency Power Amplifier: SKY66520-11The SKY66520-11 is a 200 MHz wide instantaneous bandwidth, fully input/output matched 30 dBm power amplifier (PA) with high gain, efficiency and linearity. The compact 5 × 5 mm PA is designed for 5G NR and 4G LTE systems operating from 3300 to 3800 MHz.
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![boonton]( "SGX1000 RF Signal Generators")
SGX1000 RF Signal GeneratorsThe SGX1000 series of RF signal generators offers high performance signal generation with an easy-to-use interface in a compact form factor. The SGX1000 utilizes a proprietary blend of direct digital and direct analog synthesis to provide ultra-fine frequency resolution, lightning-fast frequency switching, ultra-low phase noise and jitter, and superior reliability.
FEATURED VIDEOS
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![video]( "Video: Comprehensive Testing Solutions For 5G Private Networks")
Video: Comprehensive Testing Solutions For 5G Private NetworksLearn more on how a full range of comprehensive testing solutions from Rohde & Schwarz can help you deploy high performance and reliable operations in 5G private networks across various industries, for humans (QoE) and machines (M-QoE) users.
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![vid]( "Video: Demonstrating Qorvo ConcurrentConnect™ Technology On The QPG6100")
Video: Demonstrating Qorvo ConcurrentConnect™ Technology On The QPG6100Watch how Qorvo's unique concurrent multi-protocol technology on QPG6100 works seamlessly with LED light over Zigbee via Amazon's Alexa and another LED light via Bluetooth® mesh node.
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![video]( "AR’s Easily Serviceable “A” Series Amplifiers")
AR’s Easily Serviceable “A” Series AmplifiersThis video will show how quick and easy it is to service AR’s “A” Series amplifiers with the 350A400 and the 2500A225B.
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![emcwarevid]( "Video: AR's emcware® 6.0")
Video: AR's emcware® 6.0Introducing emcware® 6.0, The emcware® Suite by AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation provides automated Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing and report generation for all types of users from corporate to professional test laboratories. In addition, emcware® 6.0 comes with 2 tone multi-tone or multiple signal testing capabilities. When used, the test time is reduced in half.
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![vid]( "Video: Wi-SUN Front-End Module: SKY66122-11")
Video: Wi-SUN Front-End Module: SKY66122-11The SKY66122-11 is a high-performance, highly integrated RF front-end module (FEM) designed for high-power Industrial, Scientific, Medical (ISM) band, Wi-SUN, and other IOT applications operating in the 863 to 928 MHz frequency range.
FEATURED SUPPLIERS
Qorvo ("kor-vo") enables customers to launch next-generation designs even faster. Our unique combination of talent, technology, scalability and innovation helps you eliminate barriers to bringing your most powerful ideas to market.
"We believe that our new name reflects our company's commitment to keep customers at the center of all that we do," said Bob Bruggeworth, Qorvo president and CEO. "As a new leader in RF solutions, Qorvo will offer the agility, innovation and precision customers need for success in mobile, infrastructure, and defense markets."
Established in 1990, dB Control Corp., a subsidiary of the Electronic Technologies Group (ETG) of HEICO Corp., supplies mission-critical, often sole-source, products worldwide to military organizations, as well as to major defense contractors and commercial manufacturers.
AR Modular RF designs and builds some of the most durable, innovative, dependable, and versatile RF amplifier modules and RF amplifier systems in the world.
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The Week in 5G: 10/21/21 — Fiber Optics Industry Fears Labor & Materials Shortage, Ericsson Loses Footing in China10/21/2021
Also this week in 5G, Nokia is debuting ruggedized 5G devices to suit challenging environments (Think: manufacturing, mining, and other outdoor use cases), and Corning is using Verizon's latest 5G Edge with AWS to support its fiber optic plant operations.
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Rohde & Schwarz Validates 10 Gbps End-To-End (E2E) Peak Downlink IP Data Throughput10/18/2021
Rohde & Schwarz announced today the next breakthrough in 5G data performance: With support of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., Rohde & Schwarz has validated 10 Gbps end-to-end (E2E) IP data performance using its R&S CMX500 5G radio communication tester platform.
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Akoustis Acquires Majority Ownership Position Of RFM Integrated Device, Inc., A Fabless Supplier Of Acoustic Wave RF Resonators And Filters10/18/2021
Akoustis Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKTS) (“Akoustis” or the “Company”), an integrated device manufacturer (IDM) of patented bulk acoustic wave (BAW) high-band RF filters for mobile and other wireless applications, announced today that it is acquiring a 51% majority ownership position of RFM Integrated Device, Inc. (“RFMi”), with the right to purchase the remaining 49% in 2022.
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Times Microwave Systems Introduces PhaseTrack Low Smoke Microwave Assemblies10/18/2021
Times Microwave Systems, the preeminent brand in innovative RF and microwave interconnect assemblies, cables and connectors, introduces PhaseTrack Low Smoke (PTLS) microwave cable assemblies for shipboard applications. It provides exceptional phase temperature performance up to 85 ºC. This cable type has the same low smoke zero halogen (LSZH) jacket used on Times’ QPL M17 cables for easy cross-reference and qualification.
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