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Date: 19 July, 2021
 
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Latest News this Week
Credit Card Sized Space Qualified Software-Defined Radio from 300 MHz to 6 GHz - CesiumAstro
Menlo Micro Selects Keysight's PathWave Software to Reduce the Design Cycle of RF MEMS Switches - Keysight Technologies
Qorvo and Polarity Collaborate to Develop Solid-State Power Amplifiers for Radar and EW Applications - Qorvo
Morse Micro is Reinventing Wi-Fi with the Launch of Wi-Fi HaLow SoCs and Modules - Morse Micro
Aaronia Introduces the World's first 6 GHz USB Spectrum Analyzer with 245 MHz True IQ Streaming - Aaronia AG
MixComm Introduces mmWave 5G Beamforming Phased Array Antenna in Package (AiP) Module - MixComm
QuadSAT and SES Use Drones to Perform Ground Segment SATCOM Antenna Validation - SES and QuadSAT
HUBER+SUHNER Launches 6x6 MIMO Antenna to Support Wi-Fi 6E on Trains - Huber+Suhner
Ericsson and MIT Collaborate to Develop State-of-the-Art Hardware for 5G and 6G Mobile Networks - Ericsson
AmpliTech Secures Follow-On Order for its LNA Technology from a Global Aerospace & Defense Company - AmpliTech
BAE Systems Selects Spirent Federal CRPA Test System for M-code GPS Development - Spirent Federal Systems
Communications & Power Industries Acquires TMD Technologies - Communications & Power Industries
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New White Papers & Articles
Improving 5G Millimeter-Wave Signal Analysis Accuracy - Keysight Technologies
What is the role of millimeter waves in the success of 5G? - Farran
How Wi-Fi Continues to Evolve to be The Solution to Wireless Data Demand - Resonant Inc
The Ins and Outs of Spaceflight Passive Components and Assemblies - API Technologies
Improving Cable Performance in Harsh Environments - W. L. Gore & Associates
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Vector Network Analyzer
2-Port Metrology-Grade VNA from 300 kHz to 6.5 GHz

Vector Network Analyzer  from Copper Mountain Technologies

The M5065 from Copper Mountain Technologies is a 2-port metrology-grade Vector Network Analyzer that operates from 300 kHz to 6.5 GHz. This is a basic low cost VNA which excludes some advanced features like vector mixer calibration, TRLcalibration, frequency offset, time domain, and gating. It has a dynamic range of 130 dB, a typical measurement speed of 70 µs per point and can measure all four S parameters (S11, S21, S12, and S22).
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RF Amplifier
25 dB Cryogenic Amplifier from 2 to 4 GHz

RF Amplifier  from AmpliTech

The APTC2-02000400-0500-D2 from AmpliTech is a Cryogenic Amplifier that operates from 2 to 4 GHz. It provides a gain of more than 25 dB with a noise figure of less than 0.4 dB and a P1dB of 9 dBm. The amplifier requires a DC supply voltage of 3 V and draws 41 mA of current. It is available in a drop-in package with SMA male/female connectors.
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RF Amplifier
500 W GaN Power Amplifier from 7.125 to 7.725 GHz

RF Amplifier  from Comtech PST

The BHED718778-500 from Comtech PST is a Solid-State Power Amplifier System that operates from 7.125 to 7.725 GHz. It delivers an output power of 500 W with a gain of more than 50 dB and has a duty cycle of up to 100%. The amplifier is based on GaN technology and has been developed to replace older Travelling Wave Tube Amplifier technology. It can operate reliably in harsh environmental conditions.
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Block Up Converter
C-band Block-Up Converter from 5.85 to 7.025 GHz

Block Up Converter  from Amplus Communication

The AM-9335 Series from Amplus Communication are C-Band Block Up Converters that convert an input frequency from 950 - 1825 MHz to an output frequency from 5.85 - 7.025 GHz. They deliver a saturated output power of 8 W with a gain of 62 dB. These BUCs have an in-built reference frequency of 10 MHz. They have a phase noise of -93 dBc/Hz @100 kHz and spurious levels of -60 dBc.
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Front End Module
Multi-Band Multi-Chip RF FEM Module for NB-IoT Applications

Front End Module  from Skyworks Solutions

The SKY68018-11 from Skyworks is an LTE Multi-band Multi-chip RF Front-End (RFFE) module that is designed for NB-IoT applications. It consists of a broadband power amplifier with a bias controller, Tx low-pass harmonic filter, SP6T antenna switch, and MIPI RFFE controller. The FEM supports half-duplex transceiver platforms and has four additional Tx/Rx ports that offer greater flexibility for more bands on the Tx or Rx path.
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RF Module
Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy RF Module with Integrated Antenna

RF Module  from Panasonic Corporation

The PAN1780 Series from Panasonic is a Bluetooth 5.0 Module based on the Nordic nRF52840 single-chip controller. This module supports Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0 functionality as well as long-range and high-speed modes. By way of a change in the Nordic Soft Device, these modules can also operate as a Bluetooth Low Energy Mesh device or an 802.15.4 Zigbee or Thread directed-mesh node.
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Beamforming IC
5G mmWave Beamforming Front-End IC from 37 to 41 GHz

Beamforming IC  from MixComm

The SUMMIT 3741 from MixComm is a 5G mmWave Beamforming Front-End IC that operates from 37 to 41 GHz. It integrates power amplifiers, low noise amplifiers, T/R switching, beamformers, calibration, gain control, beam table memory, temperature and power telemetry, and high-speed SPI control for a front-end module with optimal partitioning for 5G infrastructure.
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Wireless SoC
High Performance SoC for Wi-Fi 6, 6E, Bluetooth 5.2 and Advanced Audio Applications

Wireless SoC  from Qualcomm

The FastConnect 6900 from Qualcomm is a 2x2 Dual-Band Simultaneous (Wi-Fi 6/Wi-Fi 6E) / Bluetooth 5.2 SoC. It delivers peak speeds of up to 3.6 Gbps (Wi-Fi 6E), has VR-class low latency and offers multi-user features for the new and clean 6GHz spectrum. This chipset takes Wi-Fi performance to the next level.
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Iso-Adapter
Iso-Adapters from 8.2 to 70 GHz

Iso-Adapter  from Ducommun

The FCI Series from Ducommun are Iso-Adapters that operate from 8.2 to 70 GHz. These Iso-adapters provide a transition from waveguide interface to coaxial interface with high reverse isolation. They have an insertion loss of less than 1 dB and provide isolation of over 18 dB. The iso-adapters provide circulation functions between a waveguide and coaxial interface and cover common radar and wireless communication frequency bands.
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Orthomode Transducer
Full Waveguide Orthomode Transducers from 12.4 to 110 GHz

Orthomode Transducer  from QuinStar Technology Inc

The QOT Series from QuinStar Technology are Waveguide Orthomode Transducers that operate in nine frequency bands from 12.4 to 110 GHz. The transducers are capable of separating a signal applied at their circular waveguide input port into two linear orthogonal components at their rectangular waveguide output ports.
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RF Switch
Absorptive SPDT PIN Diode Switch from 0.5 to 40 GHz

RF Switch  from Planar Monolithics Industries

The P2T-500M40G-60-T-55-292FF from Planar Monolithics Industries is an Absorptive SPDT PIN Diode Switch that operates from 0.5 to 40 GHz. It has an insertion loss of less than 6 dB and an isolation of over 60 dB. The switch can handle CW input power of 20 dBm and has a VSWR of less than 2.5:1. It has a switching speed of less than 50 nsec and a TTL interface.
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DLVA
Detector Log Video Amplifier (DLVA) from 2 to 18 GHz

DLVA  from Crane Aerospace & Electronics

The STDLVA-90001 from Crane Aerospace and Electronics is a Detector Log Video Amplifier (DLVA) that operates from 2 to 18 GHz. It features a dual detector amplified design with a unique amplification and summing technique. The amplifier has an operating dynamic range from -67 to +5 dBm with a linearity of up to ± 1.5 dB and a maximum tangential signal sensitivity (TSS) of -67 dBm.
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RF Transceiver
Low-Power RF Transceiver from 30 to 6000 MHz

RF Transceiver  from Analog Devices

The ADRV9003 from Analog Devices is an RF Transceiver that operates from 30 to 6000 MHz covering the UHF, VHF, ISM and cellular frequency bands. It has a single-channel transmitter and dual-channel receivers that can operate in both TDD and FDD modes. The transceiver includes DC offset correction, quadrature error correction (QEC), and programmable digital filters, which eliminate the need for these functions in the digital baseband.
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Antenna
Direction Finding Antenna from 0.5 to 18 GHz for ELINT Applications

Antenna  from Steatite Antennas

The QEL-ST-0.5-18-N-SG from Steatite Antennas is a direction finding and omnidirectional high-performance spinning antenna sub-system that operates from 0.5 to 18 GHz. The antenna is mounted on high speed rotating direct drive positioner with complex scan control and is housed in RF-transparent, low-loss radomes. Cylindrical paraboloid reflectors are used to provide a narrow azimuth beamwidth with broad elevation coverage.
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Microwave Backhaul Radio Links
15.2 Gbps Microwave Backhaul Radio Link from 57 to 66 GHz

Microwave Backhaul Radio Links  from Cambium Networks

The V5000 from Cambium Networks is a Microwave Backhaul Radio Link that operates from 57 to 66 GHz. It has an integrated dual-sector beamforming antenna that delivers a gain of over 22.5 dBi and has 280 degree view. This backhaul radio has a data rate of up to 15.2 Gbps (7.6 Gbps for both UL and DL) with channel bonding and has an EIRP (Equivalent Isotropically Radiated Power) of 38 dBm.
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Directional Coupler
20 dB Directional Coupler from 18 to 40 GHz

Directional Coupler  from MECA

The 765-20-29.000 from MECA is a 5G Ready mmWave Coupler that operates from 18 to 40 GHz. It has a coupling values of 20 dB, a directivity of over 12 dB and an insertion loss of 1.3 dB. The coupler can handle an average power of up to 20 watts and has a VSWR of 1.80:1. It is available in a module with 2.92mm female connectors.
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Directional Coupler
Surface Mount Directional Coupler from 2 to 18 GHz

Directional Coupler  from Knowles

The FPC09291 from Knowles is a Wire Bondable Directional Coupler that operates from 2 to 18 GHz. This 10 dB coupler has a directivity of over 10 dB and insertion loss of less than 1.2 dB. It uses DLI’s high dielectric ceramic materials to provide a small size device with minimal performance variation over temperature. This coupler is available in a surface-mount package that measures 12.7 x 3.81 x 0.76 mm.
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RF Spectrum Analyzer
Handheld VNA+Spectrum Analyzer Solution from 30 kHz to 14 GHz

RF Spectrum Analyzer  from Keysight Technologies

The N9916B from Keysight Technologies is a Handheld Microwave Analyzer that operates from 30 kHz to 14 GHz. It can be configured to have a VNA, spectrum analyzer, power meter, vector voltmeter, and more. It can perform over-the-air measurements for 5G NR and LTE and uses GPS/GNSS for geolocation and timestamping. The N9916B uses PathWave Vector Signal Analysis (89600 VSA) software which allows the recording of signals in the field.
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RF Amplifier
1.3 kW GaN Solid State Power Amplifier System from 1 to 2 GHz

RF Amplifier  from Empower RF

The BBS4A5AVT (2157) from Empower RF is a Solid-State High-Power Amplifier System that operates from 1 to 2 GHz (L-band and S-band). It delivers a CW output power of more than 1300 W with a small signal gain of 62 dB and is suitable for CW/AM/FM modulation standards. This class AB amplifier system utilizes GaN devices that provide wide frequency response, high gain, high peak power, and low distortions.
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Antenna
Triple Band Surface-Mount Antenna for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 2.4/5/6 GHz Applications

Antenna  from TE Connectivity

The 2118908-1 from TE Connectivity is a Printed Circuit Board Antenna that operates from 2400 to 2483.5 MHz (Bluetooth/WLAN), 5150 to 5875 MHz (WLAN), and 5925 to 7125 MHz (WLAN). This linearly polarized antenna provides a gain of up to 2.8 dB and has a VSWR of less than 2.5:1. It is suitable for IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ad, Wi-Fi 6/6E, Bluetooth and ZigBee applications.
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RFID Tag
UHF RFID Tag for Airline Baggage Tracking and Aviation Supply Chain Applications

RFID Tag  from Alien Technology

The ALN-9850 from Alien Technology is a UHF RFID Tag that operates from 860 to 960 MHz. It has an NVRAM memory of 512 bits, 128 user bits, and supports up to 128 EPC bits. The RFID tag provides performance characteristics and an angular sensitivity pattern that enables 360° tag access. The RFID tag offers bit error correction, improved read/write sensitivity, robust memory retention, and 200,000 write cycles.
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