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  1. VSWR vs Return Loss Cheat Sheet 2/20/2025

    As an electric wave moves through an antenna system, impedance differences cause reflections, forming standing waves. The voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) measures this reflection, impacting efficiency.

  2. Antenna Selection By Application 6/20/2024

    Discover how antennas—from loop for magnetic fields to high-power for immunity—ensure accurate EMC testing across diverse applications and standards like MIL-STD, IEC, and CISPR.

  3. How To Use Antenna Factors 10/25/2021

    Unlock the potential of antenna factors: understand their significance, generate accurate data, and integrate it into your EMC emissions software for precise field strength measurements.

  4. Magnetic Field Testing 10/18/2021

    Explore magnetic field testing techniques using loop antennas, vital for measuring electromagnetic strength across various frequencies, including practical applications and alternatives.

  5. How To Determine Proper Antenna Calibration Intervals 9/21/2021

    An antenna calibration is a verification of performance and the measurement of the antenna's properties. Much of the success or failure of EMC testing depends on the performance of a calibrated antenna. Learn how to determine the proper antenna calibration interval with this application note.

  6. Understanding And Implementing RF Current Probes 10/1/2020

    Current probes generate and measure RF currents, combining great diagnostic utility with ease of use. However, a basic knowledge of these devices is necessary to maximize their effectiveness.  

  7. Understanding Antenna Gain, Beamwidth, And Directivity 4/9/2020

    Antenna gain is a performance indicator gauged in comparison to a reference source. This article explains antenna gain and dispels some of the misconceptions surrounding this valuable metric.

  8. A Simple Guide To Antenna Selection 4/7/2020

    This guide discusses special considerations that are sometimes required in antenna design typically at very high and very low frequencies.

  9. Why Connections Can Ruin Testing And How To Create A Valid Test Environment 4/7/2020

    Understanding the impact of connectors and cables is crucial for valid RF tests. They influence results unpredictably, necessitating careful consideration for creating a valid test environment.

  10. The Importance Of Antenna Beamwidth In RF Testing 9/17/2019

    Understanding antenna beamwidth and how it influences a test environment is critical to accurate and repeatable tests. This article defines antenna beamwidth, explores the antenna beamwidth properties, and explains its importance for compliance testing.