5G EDITORIAL & GUEST OPINIONS
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![insiders-view_wj.jpg]( "Massive MIMO EMF Exposure Estimation: Tools, Models, And Initial Measurements")
Massive MIMO EMF Exposure Estimation: Tools, Models, And Initial MeasurementsThe introduction of new wireless network technologies necessitates novel approaches to model and estimate the resulting electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure.
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![Access network example Bucket.jpg]( "Simplifying 5G Radio Design With A New Range Of 28 GHz Bandpass Filters")
Simplifying 5G Radio Design With A New Range Of 28 GHz Bandpass FiltersAs 5G innovation forges on, radio systems continue to emerge. Each system has a range of requirements, including specific RF filter performance needs, and it’s up to the 5G FR2 Ecosystem of suppliers to meet that demand. In response, Knowles Precision Devices (KPD) supports a wide variety of 5G radio applications.
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![mike-geen-filtronic]( "What Can mmWave Do For 5G Backhaul?")
What Can mmWave Do For 5G Backhaul?The backhaul segment of the network is traditionally made up of the intermediate point-to-point links between the core (or backbone) network and the small subnetworks at the network edge, where the base stations are. Since 5G is aiming for multi-Gbps data rates for subscribers, all this data will need to be backhauled at much higher rates, too.
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![insiders-view-LD]( "Packaging For mmWave Devices — Why Do We Need It, And How Do We Do It?")
Packaging For mmWave Devices — Why Do We Need It, And How Do We Do It?Several package types can be used at mmWave frequencies, so the choice will depend on the specific application. However, some general design rules apply to all forms of packaging.
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![insiders-view_md-updated]( "5G Core Network – Architecture, Network Functions, and Interworking")
5G Core Network – Architecture, Network Functions, and InterworkingThis article is dedicated to describing the main components of the 5G Core Network -- as defined by the 3GPP – including an overview of the architecture, a description of the key individual network functions, and an example of 5G interworking with LTE.
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![insiders-view_md-updated]( "A Look At 3GPP Rel-16: LTE and 5G-NR Enhancements")
A Look At 3GPP Rel-16: LTE and 5G-NR EnhancementsThis article discusses the ideas and enhancements currently being developed for 3GPP Release-16, with a focus on selected Rel-16 work items and study items. These enhancements cover not only 5G-NR, but also LTE, which is being advanced in parallel.
5G NEWS FEATURES
The Week in 5G: 10/20/2020 — European Commission Urged to Fight 5G Misinformation; 5G Tech to Support 4G on Moon
Plus, new iPhones are announced, France and the U.S. deal with rollout struggles, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G.
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![week-in-5G-graphic]( "The Week in 5G: 9/15/2020 — Dish Taps Nokia For 5G Core Software; Gamers Willing To Pay More For Better Online Performance")
The Week in 5G: 9/15/2020 — Dish Taps Nokia For 5G Core Software; Gamers Willing To Pay More For Better Online PerformancePlus, the FCC holds an open radio access networks forum, T-Mobile and KU apply 5G to nursing education, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G.
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![week-in-5G-graphic]( "The Week in 5G: 9/1/2020 — Vodafone Court Loss Endangers U.K. 5G Rollout; First Extended-Range 5G NR Data Call Over mmWave")
The Week in 5G: 9/1/2020 — Vodafone Court Loss Endangers U.K. 5G Rollout; First Extended-Range 5G NR Data Call Over mmWavePlus, the 5G Future Forum's technical specs have dropped, the U.S. falls further behind its peers in 5G download speeds, Qualcomm reportedly dabbles in budget 5G chips, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G.
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![week-in-5G-graphic]( "The Week in 5G: 8/25/2020 — Weighing 5G Security Strategies; Smart Glasses For First Responders")
The Week in 5G: 8/25/2020 — Weighing 5G Security Strategies; Smart Glasses For First RespondersPlus, GaN PAs versus LDMOS, Russia courts Huawei, and perhaps a peek at a 6G chip, all in this edition of the Week in 5G .
5G NEWS
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![Cybersecurity Security Lock]( "Improving 5G Network Security")
Improving 5G Network SecurityEmerging 5G mobile wireless networking technologies are slated to dramatically increase in both scale and speed, enabling much faster access to data collected from billions of connected devices.
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![5G-logo]( "5G Provides New Cybersecurity Safeguards For Networks And Customers")
5G Provides New Cybersecurity Safeguards For Networks And Customers5G Americas, the industry trade association and voice of 5G and LTE for the Americas, recently announced the publication of The Evolution of Security in 5G, a white paper that explores improvements in 5G technologies that have been developed to address current and emerging cybersecurity threats in commercial wireless networks.
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Anokiwave To Introduce Next-Gen 5G ICs During MWC2019
Anokiwave recently announced its presence at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2019 in Barcelona, Spain. Our 5G ICs will power our customer’s 5G arrays at all three mmW 5G bands and the Anokiwave Active Antenna Innovator Kits, driven by Anokiwave 5G ICs, will be featured at several of our partner booths.
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Sivers IMA, Ampleon To Collaborate On 5G Base Stations
Both companies will jointly develop the product and Ampleon will be funding parts of the Sivers IMA development by approximately MSEK 3.5. Ampleon will be the main sales channel to all tier 1 OEMs for the product resulting from the project.
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![Remcom Announces 5G Antenna Array Design Features In XFdtd Electromagnetic Simulation Software]( "Remcom Announces 5G Antenna Array Design Features In XFdtd Electromagnetic Simulation Software")
Remcom Announces 5G Antenna Array Design Features In XFdtd Electromagnetic Simulation SoftwareRemcom announces 5G antenna array design features in the latest release of XFdtd® 3D EM Simulation Software, including workflow enhancements for modeling complex devices at millimeter wave frequencies.
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![NEWS - Memory - CEA016391_FOTOLIA]( "Leti And VSORA Demonstrate 3GPP New Radio (5G NR) On Multi-Core Digital Signal Processor")
Leti And VSORA Demonstrate 3GPP New Radio (5G NR) On Multi-Core Digital Signal ProcessorLeti, a research institute of CEA Tech, and VSORA, which specializes in multi-core digital signal processor (DSP) design, recently announced they have demonstrated the implementation of 5G New Radio (5G NR) Release 15 on a new DSP architecture that can dramatically reduce time to market of digital modems.
5G VIDEOS
The SKY67183-396LF and SKY67189-396LF models are broadband low-noise amplifiers designed for upcoming 5G network requirements. With features such as superior gain flatness, exceptional linearity, and an internal active bias circuitry, these LNA offers the ability to externally adjust supply current and provide stable performance over temperature and process variation.
With the expansion of 5G NR for mobile connectivity, industrial and manufacturing applications such as robotics, IoT, and smart factories with automation come into play. This video demonstrates how Wireless InSite predicts the coverage and interference and accounts for the multipath in complex environments such as heavy-industrial factories, warehouses, server farms and more.
This video introduces Skyworks' high-power switch solutions for 4G and 5G Time Division Duplexing Base station systems. These high-power switches utilize Skyworks’ internal PIN-diode processes and world class design expertise.
The Sky5™ LiTE diversity and MIMO LFEM solution featuring optimal cost, regional-specific coverage ad carrier aggregation support, and scalability to enable global roaming.
5G PRODUCTS
The Model 7050 from PENTEK is an 8-channel high-performance PCIe board based on the Xilinx® Zynq® UltraScale+™ RFSoC. With an on-board GPS receiver and 16 GB of DDR4 SDRAM, this device is ideal for high-bandwidth data streaming, waveform signal generators, multimode data acquisition, remote monitoring, and 5G development.
Skyworks offers the SKY5®-5242-11 dual 2.4 GHz, 802.11ax high-linearity, high-efficiency front-end module (FEM) specifically designed for Wi-Fi 6 enabled devices including handsets, tablets, and mobile devices supporting WLAN and Bluetooth® protocols.
The Krytar Model 526550010 dual-directional coupler covers the 26.5 to 50 GHz frequency range and is ideal for use in power sampling and measurement, amplifier leveling, VSWR monitoring, field control, and amplifier and load protection. The new directional coupler lends itself to wireless designs and many test and measurement applications for the emerging mmWave and 5G markets.
Knowles Precision Devices (DLI) offers filter technology that addresses the challenge of implementing high-performance filters at mmWave frequencies. Their 26 GHz, 28 GHz, and 39 GHz filter solutions deliver 3 GHz of bandwidth, greater than 50 dB rejection, and are 20x smaller than current alternatives while implemented in surface mount packages for standard tune-free assembly. They are capable of stable operation within the -55°C to +125°C temperature range. Custom design services are available.
5G WHITE PAPERS, APPLICATION NOTES, CASE STUDIES, & BROCHURES
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![Capture1]( "Six Essential 5G Field Tests Using FieldFox Handheld Analyzers")
Six Essential 5G Field Tests Using FieldFox Handheld Analyzers5G cellular technology will push the boundaries of networks and fuel technologies such as autonomous cars, Internet of Things (IoT), virtual reality, and live streaming videos. These new capabilities and improvements will require accurate field test methods for deployment. This article introduces six essential field tests for 5G installation, verification, optimization, and troubleshooting using the FieldFox handheld analyzer.
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![Figure3_4quads_beampats]( "XFdtd Analyzes Complex Beam Steering Antenna Arrays")
XFdtd Analyzes Complex Beam Steering Antenna ArraysIn this article, Remcom demonstrates how XF’s superposition and array optimization features simplify the process for understanding device performance by providing efficient ways to validate array coverage.
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![Capture5]( "Qorvo® Mobile Filter Solutions Brochure")
Qorvo® Mobile Filter Solutions BrochureQorvo offers a variety of multiplexer filter solutions designed for enabling complex carrier aggregation (CA) in advanced LTE and 5G architectures.
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![Capture4]( "First Steps In 5G Overcoming New Radio Device Design Challenges Series")
First Steps In 5G Overcoming New Radio Device Design Challenges Series5G networks promise faster and more reliable communication that will open doors to exciting applications, but they will also bring new challenges in its design and testing. This white paper is the first installment of a four-part white paper series that explores the new radio standard and considerations for addressing new challenges in designing and testing 5G devices.
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![Capture3]( "Field Tests For A 5G Future")
Field Tests For A 5G FutureFrom high-density urban environments to rural locations where livestock outnumbers people, delivering on 5G performance requires extensive field testing. Download the infographic Field Tests For A 5G Future and start mapping out a deployment strategy.
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![Capture2]( "How To Design User Equipment Antenna Systems For 5G Wireless Networks")
How To Design User Equipment Antenna Systems For 5G Wireless NetworksThe evolution to 5G promises low latency, high data rates, and increased channel capacity for mobile communication networks. Delivering this promise requires revamping existing networks, building new infrastructure and developing the client devices. These are major changes and implementing them is going to be difficult, costly, and time-consuming. To this end, virtual prototyping through simulation can help solve the difficult engineering challenges, realize innovations, and reduce costs. This paper provides pervasive simulation techniques and workflows for designing 5G antennas, microcell arrays and end-user devices or user equipment (UE) on Ansys tools.
