Newsletter | November 18, 2025

11.18.25 -- Sovereignty In Orbit: China's Guowang Challenges Starlink

Sovereignty In Orbit: China's Guowang & Qianfan Take On Starlink

China’s attempt to build a Starlink competitor, led by its national initiative Guowang, has rapidly evolved into a symbol of China’s determination to control space-based internet infrastructure as a matter of national sovereignty rather than merely a commercial venture.

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Understanding Error Vector Magnitude (EVM)

Error Vector Magnitude (EVM) quantifies digital modulation accuracy, measuring how far received symbols deviate from ideal points, helping optimize wireless system performance and minimize bit errors.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Type BLS Capacitors Offer A Reliable Solution For High Humidity Environments

High-humidity environments can degrade electronic components through corrosion, insulation failure, and shortened lifespan. Expertly engineered components ensure reliable, long-lasting performance.

Engineering The Future Of Wireless: Inside The Promise And Power Of Wi-Fi 8

Wi-Fi 8 is coming—bringing smarter, more efficient networking and advanced front-end innovations. Industry experts explain what design engineers need to know to stay ahead.

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Rohde & Schwarz Mobile Test Summit 2025 – Registrations Open

Molex Announces Availability Of Space-Saving Quad-Row Board-To-Board Connectors

Modules Integrate Nordic's nRF54L15 SoC For Low Power Consumption

Ultrafast Arbitrary Waveform Generators Get Powerful DDS Option

Ruggedized SMA Locking Cable Assemblies Create Secure And Compact Connections

Mini-D RF Cable Assemblies, Integrated RF Filters, & Edge Launch Plus PCB Connectors

Cerberus ODC, NVIDIA Launch AI-RAN Stack, Enabling AI-Native 5G

Richardson RFPD Announces Availability Of High Power Amplifier From Quantic PMI

Allen Control Systems Launches FAFOS Long-Range Optical Drone Identification Solution

Save Space With Smiths Interconnect's New HR TSX WB2 Fixed Chip Attenuators

Thales Unveils Space Surveillance Radar AURORE - Unique In Europe

FEATURED MULTIMEDIA

Model And Simulate Dynamic RF Scenarios Using Time-Based Mobility

Learn how to simulate dynamic RF environments, model antenna interactions with people and vehicles, and analyze performance metrics for advanced wireless applications.

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High Power Transmitters Brochure

Discover high-power transmitters for a variety of applications, including weather radar, industrial and scientific, EMC/TWT CW and pulsed, and military radar transmitters.

VSWR vs Return Loss Cheat Sheet

Impedance mismatches in antenna systems cause reflections, creating standing waves. Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) quantifies these reflections, directly affecting antenna efficiency.

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This high-performance X-Band RF power amplifier is engineered for demanding EMI/RFI testing, laboratory environments, and continuous wave or pulsed communication systems.

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Explore high-power, environmentally sealed RF PIN diode switches that provide precise testing for radar and electronic warfare systems, supporting reliable performance across various applications.

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