RF Career Development Articles

1. Filter Terminology And Specifications 9/5/2018

   This guide acts as a quick reference for terms used to discuss filter technologies.

2. Common Applications For Radio Frequency (RF) Filters 12/19/2017

   An RF filter permits a signal of interest to pass through while attenuating any undesired signals. This article describes the different filter shapes, or responses, when plotted in the frequency domain, defines general terms in filter utilization, and covers common types of applications that use RF filters.

3. The Basics Of Quadrifilar Helix Antennas 3/10/2015

   The ability to receive or transmit a tight beam of circularly polarized radiation while minimizing unwanted radiation is imperative to good communication. For such applications, the axial-mode quadrifilar helical antenna provides high performance and a robust platform, both in space and on the ground.