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Date: 18 July, 2022
 
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R&S Introduces a Wideband High-Speed EMI Test Receiver with 1 GHz Bandwidth

Rohde & Schwarz

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BAE Systems Delivers Advanced M-Code GPS Receivers to Germany

BAE Systems

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Ericsson, Qualcomm and Thales to Provide 5G Connectivity via Space-Based LEO Satellite Network

Ericsson

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Nokia to Lead German National-Funded 6G-ANNA Project to Drive 6G Research and Standardization

Nokia

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Synopsys Introduces RF Design Kit for Samsung's 8 nm Low-Power FinFET Process

Synopsys

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Withwave Introduces Multi-Coax Connectors and Flexible Cable Assemblies up to 67 GHz

Withwave

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Safran Acquires Orolia to Become a World Leader in Resilient PNT Solutions

Orolia

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TE Acquires Linx Technologies to Further Grow its Antenna Business

Linx Technologies

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The 43.5 GHz Modular Spectrum Analyzer from Signal Hound is Now Available for Sale

Signal Hound

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Bluetooth SIG Announces Completion of LE Audio Specifications

Bluetooth SIG

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Mercury Systems Develops Digital Radio Frequency Memory for Real-time Processing of Radar Signals

Mercury Systems

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NXP Integrates its 2.4 GHz FEM Module into Honor's Magic V Smartphone to Boost Wi-Fi 6 Performance

NXP Semiconductors

New White Papers & Articles
What is a Harmonic Mixer? - Farran
Assessing 5G Radar Altimeter Interference for Realistic Instrument Landing System Approaches - Remcom
A Quantitative Analysis of the Power Advantage of Hybrid Beamforming for Multibeam Phased Array Receivers - Analog Devices
Wilkinson Power Dividers and Feed Networks: A Brief Overview - Knowles
Omni Antennas for Industrial Networks - KP Performance Antennas
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Featured Interview
thinkRF
Interview with Jim Nerschook from thinkRF
everything RF recently interviewed Jim Nerschook, the Chief Operating Officer of thinkRF. Jim is an accomplished wireless industry veteran with strong expertise in the wireless and wireline test and measurement and monitoring market. In this interview he tells us more about thinkRF, their product portfolio and much more. Click here to read the interview.
Featured Products this Week
Gain Equalizer
0.5 W Passive Amplitude Equalizer from 26 to 40 GHz
Gain Equalizer  from Quantic PMI (Planar Monolithics)

The EQL-26G40G-+7DB-292FF from Quantic PMI is a Passive Amplitude Equalizer that operates from 26 to 40 GHz. It can handle a CW input power of up to 0.5 W and has an insertion loss of less than 4.75 dB. This amplitude equalizer has a slope of +0.5 dB/GHz and an amplitude accuracy of ±0.5 dB. It is available in a module that measures 1.10 x 0.67 x 0.22 inches with 2.92 mm (female) connectors.
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Down Converter
24 to 44 GHz Frequency Converter Reduces CATR Test Time of Dual-Polarized Antennas
Down Converter  from ThinkRF

The D4000 Frequency Converter from thinkRF can half the Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR) test time for dual-polarized antennas. Using this Frequency Converter (24-44 GHz (RF) with an IF interface 0.01-14 GHz in 5G NR FR2 bands) close to the DUT, prevents excessive path loss since the cable run between the test chamber and the DUT can be at a much lower frequency.
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RF Switch
4x SPST Antenna Tuning Switch from 0.6 to 6 GHz
RF Switch  from Skyworks Solutions

The SKY59272-707LF from Skyworks is a 4X SPST Switch that operates from 0.6 to 6 GHz. It has a switching speed of less than 10 µs and provides more than 40 dB of isolation. The switch is designed for antenna tuning applications that require ultra-low ON resistance and low OFF capacitance. It requires a DC supply of 1.8 V and has an integrated Mobile Industry Processor Interface (MIPI) v2.1 controller.
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Front End Module
Dual-Channel Switch + LNA Module from 2.3 to 5 GHz
Front End Module  from Qorvo

The QPB9378 from Qorvo is an Integrated RF Front-End Module that operates from 2.3 to 5 GHz. It consists of a two-stage LNA and a high-power SPDT switch in a dual-channel configuration. The module features a 2nd stage LNA with bypass functionality and power-down mode for LNA when in transmit mode. It is ideal for use in wireless infrastructure applications configured for 5G TDD-based MIMO architectures.
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Microwave Generator
200 W GaN Microwave Generator from 2400 to 2500 MHz
Microwave Generator  from RFHIC

The RIM25200-20G from RFHIC is a GaN Microwave Generator that operates from 2400 to 2500 MHz. It delivers a typical CW output power of 200 W with an efficiency of up to 60%. The amplifier has a pulse duty cycle from 1 to 99% and a frequency resolution of 100 kHz. It requires a supply voltage of 50 V and consumes more than 6.88 A of current.
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RF Transistor
400 W Thermally-Enhanced LDMOS Transistor from 859 to 960 MHz
RF Transistor  from Wolfspeed, A Cree Company

The PTRA094858NF from Wolfspeed is a Doherty LDMOS Transistor that operates from 859 to 960 MHz. It delivers an output power (P1dB) of 400 W with a gain of 17.75 dB and has a drain efficiency of 52%. The FET is manufactured on Wolfspeed's advanced LDMOS process which provides excellent thermal performance with superior reliability.
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Featured Article
Mouser UWB
UWB - The New Short-Range Networking Standard in 5G Applications
Ultra-Wideband (UWB), a wireless transmission protocol developed in the early days of radio, is being revived to augment current wireless protocols and improve the efficiency and reliability of short-range data transfers. UWB is defined in the US as radio signals with a bandwidth greater than 500 MHz or with a fractional bandwidth (a measure of how “wide” the transmission band is) greater than 20%. Click here to learn more.
RF Amplifier
Low Noise Cryogenic Amplifier from 4 to 10 GHz
RF Amplifier  from AmpliTech

The APTC3-04001000-1K00-D4-V from AmpliTech is a Low Noise Cryogenic Amplifier that operates from 4 to 10 GHz. It provides a gain of 42 dB, has a noise temperature of 25 Degree K at +23 Degree C case temperature across the band, and a P1dB of -6 dBm. The LNA can handle up to -10 dBm of CW input power, and requires a single +0.7 V bias voltage.
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V2X Module
5.9 GHz C-V2X Chipset for the Automotive Sector
V2X Module  from Qualcomm

The Qualcomm® 9150 C-V2X ASIC is a C-V2X (cellular vehicle-to-everything) SoC that is compatible with 5G and complements other Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) sensors. It has been designed to operate in the 5.9 GHz ITS spectrum.
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Cellular Module
300 Mbps LTE-A Cat 6 Module for Europe, Asia, and Australia
Cellular Module  from Fibocom

The FM101-EAU-20 from Fibocom is an LTE-A Cat 6 Module that covers mobile networks in Europe, Asia, and Australia. It delivers a downlink data rate of 300 Mbps (LTE)/42 Mbps (WCDMA) and uplink data rate of 50 Mbps (LTE)/11 Mbps (WCDMA). This module is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon X12+ LTE Modem and supports 3GPP Release 12 standard features.
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Band Pass Filter
Thin-Film Bandpass Filters with Passband from 1220 to 7875 MHz
Band Pass Filter  from KYOCERA AVX

The BP0805 Series from Kyocera AVX are Thin-Film Microwave Bandpass Filters with passbands from 1220 to 7875 MHz. These filters can handle a CW input power of 5 W, have an insertion loss of less than 2.5 dB in the passband and provide up to 45 dB of rejection in the stopbands. The filters are available in surface-mount packages that measure 4.48 x 2.5 mm.
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RF Variable Attenuator
7-bit Solid State Attenuators from 20 MHz to 3 GHz
RF Variable Attenuator  from dBm Corporation

The SSA series of solid state attenuators from dBm are 7-bit Digital Attenuators that operate from 20 MHz to 3 GHz. These attenuators have an attenuation range from 0 to 95 dB with a resolution of 1 dB. They have an insertion loss of under 7.5 dB and a fast switching speed of less than 16 us. The attenuators are available in a module that measures 3.2 x 1.4 x 0.75 inches with SMA female connectors.
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RF Amplifier
5 W Solid-State Power Amplifier from 34 to 36 GHz
RF Amplifier  from Spacek Labs

The SP352-25-38W from Spacek Labs is a Solid-State Power Amplifier that operates from 34 to 36 GHz. It delivers a saturated output power of more than 5 W with 35 dB of gain. This amplifier uses a 0/+5V DC control signal to switch the output power at speeds of 100 ns. It requires a DC supply of 8 V and consumes 4.5 A of current.
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RF & Microwave Isolator
15 W Space-Qualified Isolator from 8 to 8.5 GHz
RF & Microwave Isolator  from Smiths Interconnect

The I8084/B from Smiths Interconnect is a Coaxial Isolator that operates from 8 to 8.5 GHz. It can handle a CW input power of up to 15 W, has an insertion loss of less than 0.25 dB, and provides more than 23 dB of isolation. This space-qualified isolator is designed to be used on the output stages of Solid-State Power Amplifiers during space-critical missions including launch and payload deployment.
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Antenna Analyzer
Handheld Microwave Analyzer from 300 kHz to 50 GHz
Antenna Analyzer  from Keysight Technologies

The N9952B from Keysight Technologies is an all-in-one portable instrument that can be configured to function as a VNA, spectrum analyzer, power meter, or vector voltmeter, and supports more than 25 different measurement functions. It operates from 300 kHz to 50 GHz.
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Base Station Simulator
Portable Field Tester for Base-Station Ethernet/CPRI/OTDR Measurements
Base Station Simulator  from Anritsu

The MT1000A from Anritsu is an All-in-One Portable Field Tester that supports 5G base-station interface eCPRI/RoE throughput and delay measurements as well as high-accuracy time synchronization tests. It provides everything needed to install and maintain communication networks in a rugged, field portable package.
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RF Connector
45 Degree PCB Mount SMA Connector up to 18 GHz
RF Connector  from Cinch Connectivity Solutions

The 142-0711-271 from Cinch is a 45 degree PCB Mount SMA Connector that operates up to 18 GHz. This 50-ohm connector is designed for mid-board launch in tight enclosures as well as board to board applications, where there may be height restrictions for Vertical Mount and width restrictions for an End Launch connector. It has a VSWR of less than 1.50:1.
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Directional Coupler
30 dB Stripline Directional Coupler from 0.4 to 20 GHz
Directional Coupler  from ET Industries

The C-0420-30 from ET Industries is a Stripline Directional Coupler that operates from 0.4 to 20 GHz. This 30 dB coupler has more than 14 dB of directivity and an insertion loss of less than 0.7 dB. The coupler can handle an average input power of 20 W and a peak input power of 3 kW. It is available in a module that measures 4.4 x 0.7 x 0.5 inches and has SMA-female connectors.
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Waveguide to Coax Adapter
2 kW Waveguide-to-Coaxial Adapters from 2.6 to 18 GHz
Waveguide to Coax Adapter  from Narda-ATM

The XXX-253UHPA-X Series from Narda-MITEQ are High Power Waveguide-to-Coaxial Adapters that operate from 2.60 to 18.0 GHz. They are available with an N-type (female) coaxial interface on one end and various waveguide interface options. These adapters are configured with custom airline N-type connectors with a grounded center connector to ensure optimum thermal transfer and CW power handling.
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Block Up Converter
Ku-Band VSAT Block-Up Converter for SATCOM Applications
Block Up Converter  from Agilis

The ALB128 Series from Agilis is a Ku-Band VSAT Block-Up Converter (BUC) for satellite communication. The BUC upconverts an input frequency from 950 - 1700 MHz to an output frequency from 12.75 - 14.80 GHz. It delivers 8 W of output power with a gain of 64 to 72 dB. This outdoor BUC has high output power linearity and a wide input voltage range which allows it to work from 18 to 60V.
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Power Divider
4-Way Power Divider/Combiner from 4 to 18 GHz
Power Divider  from MegaPhase

The PD4-4S-11G from Megaphase is a 4-Way Resistive Power Divider/Combiner that operates from 4 to 18 GHz. It can handle an average input power of up to 30 W, has an insertion loss of less than 1.2 dB, and provides more than 18 dB of isolation. This power divider has an amplitude balance of ±0.8 dB and a phase balance of ±10°.
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