RF Amplifiers Featured Articles

  1. Design Needs And Challenges Of A Ku-Band TX/RX Module 5/1/2026

    What does it actually take to balance TX power, RX sensitivity, and isolation in one Ku-band module? The answers may surprise you.

  2. Common Data Link (CDL) Evolution, Operational Applications, And Emerging Design Trends 5/1/2026

    ISR data links have evolved far beyond their Ku-band origins. See how multi-band, software-defined architectures are redefining defense communications performance.

  3. The Future Of RF Applications: TWTAs vs. SSPAs Revisited 4/8/2026

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

  4. Can mmWave Radar Give Industrial Robotics Better Spatial Awareness? 12/17/2025

    For safety, convenience, and productivity, mmWave radar sensors could be the best way to boost spatial awareness in machinery.

  5. Why Low-Band Spectrum Remains The Backbone Of Mobile Networks 11/20/2025

    As mobile operators chase higher-frequency bands for speed and capacity, the 600–900 MHz bands remain vital for wide area coverage, energy efficiency, and bridging the digital divide.

  6. 8 Ways Advanced Wireless Technologies Are Transforming Autonomous Robotics In Warehouses 11/17/2025

    By integrating 5G, Wi-Fi 6, and edge computing, warehouses gain responsiveness to manage dynamic workflows and data-heavy operations without interruption. This transformation marks a new era where connectivity is the central nervous system driving intelligent, adaptive automation at scale.

  7. EMC Testing And Amplifier Selection 8/6/2025

    Maury Microwave’s GaN-based Class AB SSPAs deliver broadband power, stability, and efficiency for EMC testing, meeting regulatory standards while reducing system complexity, insertion loss, and overall test costs.

  8. High-Power Amplifier Testing 7/28/2025

    The R&S®ZNA vector network analyzer offers precise, flexible, and robust solutions for high-power amplifier testing, supporting complex setups, advanced measurements, and industry-leading accuracy.

  9. Level Range Extension Of The R&S®SMW200A Using An External Amplifier 4/23/2025

    Explore how to extend the output power of the R&S®SMW200A using an external amplifier while managing distortions and protecting test equipment.

  10. CFA Theory Of Operation 3/17/2025

    A CFA is a vacuum electron device (VED) with characteristics of a magnetron and a traveling wave tube (TWT). This white paper delves into CFA characteristics and operational theory.