Articles by John Oncea

  1. 90 Years Of Border Blasting: A Look At The Fascinating History Of Border Radio 12/17/2024

    Mexican border radio, also known as border blasters, emerged in the 1930s and significantly shaped American and Mexican popular culture for decades.

  2. Lab For Rent: The Rise Of Lab as a Service 12/9/2024

    Lab as a Service allows companies to rent laboratory infrastructure resulting in increased efficiency, reduced costs, and a higher quality of testing.

  3. How To Keep The Lights On With Smart Grids And Drones 12/5/2024

    Oak Ridge National Laboratory is driving innovation to create a secure, efficient, and resilient smart grid capable of meeting future energy demands while supporting clean energy transitions.

  4. Saying Goodbye To The Year That Was 12/4/2024

    It’s time to look at the most-read articles that appeared on RF Globalnet this year. Come for the nostalgic look at A Charlie Brown Christmas, stay for the beautiful cables, death of analog, oscillators, mysteries, and so much more.

  5. The Ins And Outs Of Phased Array Radar (Or What I Learned From Teddy Duncan) 11/26/2024

    As research continues, phased array radar systems are expected to become more efficient, versatile, and cost-effective, opening up new possibilities in both military and civilian applications.

  6. Amplifiers: RFs Overlooked Components And More Interesting Than You Think 11/21/2024

    Whenever people need to magnify an RF signal, the amplifier plays a pivotal role. They are used in commercial and defense avionics, space and deep space, electronic warfare, naval applications, mobile internet, satellite communication, and wireless communications.

  7. Innovations In EW At AOC 2024 Symposium 11/18/2024

    The AOC 2024 Symposium Show will showcase innovative EW technologies, feature expert panels, and foster networking among industry leaders and military officials.

  8. Revolutionizing Deep Space Comm With Lasers 11/14/2024

    As research continues and technology matures, laser communications are set to play a pivotal role in expanding our capabilities for deep space exploration and scientific discovery.

  9. How The Convergence Of RF And Quantum Technologies Is Shaping The Future Of Computing 11/13/2024

    Quantum computing is driving significant advancements in radio frequency (RF) technology, particularly in the areas of signal processing, component design, and measurement techniques.

  10. Could AI And Machine Learning Be The Answers To The Shrinking Semiconductor Workforce 11/7/2024

    The semiconductor industry is staring down the barrel of a potentially crippling labor shortage. One possible fix is leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, both of which can help expand talent, augment specialists, and boost semiconductor production.