Newsletter | October 26, 2023

10.26.23 -- Semiconductors At A Crossroads: Silicon, GaN, Or Something Else?

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Semiconductors At A Crossroads: Silicon, GaN, Or Something Else?

GaN is a semiconductor material with several advantages, including energy efficiency, smaller system sizes, and high-temperature operation. However, GaN faces challenges like manufacturing complexity and material defects. Will it replace silicon? Or is there a dark horse out there, waiting to knock them both off?

SPOTLIGHT ON GAN/GAAS/SIGE SOLUTIONS

How MMIC Filters Are Enabling The Development Of Next Gen Systems

Explore key metrics for modern competitive filter technology achieved through GaAs MMIC process and the capabilities of MMIC filters.

Innovations In Pulse Fidelity For High-Power GaN Radar And EW Transmitters

This article discusses the correction of pulse droop and rising edge overshoot with data from Empower’s 40 kW L-band long duty cycle liquid cooled pulsed amplifier, Model 2237.

Solid-State GaN Power Amplifiers

Solid-state GaN power amplifiers offer high gain, efficiency, and stability, with superior AM/PM and phase noise performance.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Understanding The Basics Of RF Signal Generation

RF signal generators are a vital tool for testing and measuring. Despite advancements, their principles remain unchanged. We'll explore their structure and key metrics.

Testing With Mismatch Terminations

Mismatch loads test amps by simulating real-world conditions using a specified VSWR instead of the perfect 50-ohm load. This helps accurately characterize an amplifier's performance.

Why Q-Band TWT Amplifiers Are Ideal for Defense Satellite Applications

The Q-band is the most widely used band for many applications, including satellite communications, terrestrial microwave communications, radio astronomy studies, and automotive radars.

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FEATURED MULTIMEDIA

Unlocking The True Power Of GaN

Finwave’s Thom Degnan introduces us to Finwave, whose GaN-on-Si technology aims to unlock the true power of the 5G infrastructure and handset marketplaces.

BULLETIN BOARD

High-Performance Defense And Aerospace Solutions

Qorvo offers a comprehensive range of high-performance radar, electronic warfare, and communications solutions to enhance detection capabilities, maintain battlefield advantage, and ensure secure and reliable wireless connections in various frequency bands.

FEATURED PRODUCTS AND RESOURCES

80 – 6,000 MHz, 150-W Min Solid-State, High-Power Amplifier

The AMP2055DB-600-150LC solid-state, high-power amplifier operates over a frequency range of 80 to 6,000 MHz for a wide range of applications such as broadband EMI/RFI, lab, GTEM, and IEC testing.

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Exodus Advanced Communications

Packaged GaN MMIC Power Amplifier: CMPA901A020S

Cree’s CMPA901A020S is a packaged 20-W HPA utilizing Cree’s high-performance 0.15 um GaN on SiC production process. The CMPA901A020S operates from 9-10 GHz and targets pulsed radar applications such as marine weather radar.

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Wolfspeed, A Cree Company

X-Band GaN SSPA Block Up Converter (BUC)

The Taurus-X line of X-band GaN SSPA BUCs offers ideal solutions for both mobile and fixed communication systems. Designed for high efficiency, these BUCs operate with high performance and reliability within an optimal compact form factor.

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