Newsletter | October 15, 2026

10.15.26 -- Spotlight On Test & Measurement Solutions

FEATURED EDITORIAL

Engineering Electrical Connectors For Long-Lasting Performance

By John Oncea

Electrical connectors have undergone significant evolution since the dawn of the electrical age in the late 19th century, transforming from simple binding posts to the sophisticated interfaces we use today.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Creating Satellite Fading Scenarios With The R&S Space Nexus

Application Note | Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG

Explore SpaceNexus and its technology, application and benefits in satellite communication, connectivity solutions, and industry advancements, highlighting its role in future space-based networks.

Tunable RF Filters: Advantages, Disadvantages, And Market Applications

White Paper | Mtron

Tunable RF filters enable dynamic frequency control and interference mitigation, offering flexibility across communications, defense, and aerospace applications while balancing complexity and performance trade-offs.

The Future Of RF Applications: TWTAs vs. SSPAs Revisited

Application Note | dB Control

What does it really take to choose the right amplifier? The answer hinges on application demands, not technology age.

Footprint Optimization For Optimal Return Loss Performance

Application Note | HUBER+SUHNER

High-speed RF connector performance (up to 90 GHz) requires custom PCB footprint optimization using EM simulation, focusing on ground cutouts and compensation lines to ensure signal integrity.