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Date: 30 Aug, 2021
 
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Latest News this Week
BAE Systems Unveils World's Smallest M-Code Military GPS Receiver - BAE Systems
DARPA Awards Funding to Build AI-Based Digital Phased Arrays to Reduce Processing Time and Cost - DARPA
The International Space Station Completes Five Years of Providing Wi-Fi in Space - International Space Station
Innovative New Antenna Design Increases Coverage Area for 5G.MIL Connectivity from Space - Lockheed Martin
Qorvo Components Used by NASA in the Mars Perseverance's Critical Descent Stage Landing Radar - Qorvo
LG Uses the 6G THz Band to Transfer Data Over a Distance of 100 Meters - LG Electronics
R&S Introduces Graphical Scripting Tool for Automated 5G Testing Applications - Rohde & Schwarz
GaAs Expected to Lose Market Share to GaN and SiGe in the Telecom and Infrastructure Market - Yole
AFRL Developing New Weapon System that Uses Radio Waves to Counter Drone Threats - AFRL
NIST Model Cuts Measurement Needs for Spectrum Sharing by 33% - NIST
Trending Wireless Infrastructure Products in 2021: August Edition - Wireless Infrastructure
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New White Papers & Articles
Designing mmWave Bias Tees with Accurate Component Models - Modelithics, Inc.
Faster Testing of Phased Array Antennas Improves LEO HTS Launch Rates - Microwave Vision Group
Understanding and Selecting Power Sensors - Rohde & Schwarz
Solving RF Isolation Issues with RF Inductors - Coilcraft
RF/Microwave Technology Driving the Connected Car - Cadence Design Systems
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Featured Content
Top 10 Questions Engineers Ask About Software Defined Radios
Top 10 Questions Engineers Ask About Software Defined Radios
We have discussed the top 10 questions asked by engineers about SDRs. These questions have been gathered from emails, calls and industry panel discussions Per Vices has been a part of. The questions are grouped into three broad categories: SDR specifications, Field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) and host systems. Click Here for more information.
 
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Featured Products this Week
Vector Network Analyzer
2-port Vector Network Analyzer from 10 MHz to 44 GHz

Vector Network Analyzer  from Copper Mountain Technologies

The S5243 from Copper Mountain Technologies is a 2-port Vector Network Analyzer that operates from 10 MHz to 44 GHz. It features an excellent dynamic range of 130 dB, typ. (10 Hz IF BW) and a fast measurement speed of 17 µs. The VNA can be used to measure all four S parameters (S11, S21, S12, and S22). It is ideal for 5G testing, RF component design and testing, on-wafer probing, field testing, insertion loss measurement, distance to fault measurements, antenna matching, quality control, material measurements, and many other applications.
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Switch Matrix
16-Channel Rack-Mount Switch Assembly from DC to 12.4 GHz

Switch Matrix  from JFW Industries

The 50SA-374 from JFW Industries is an Electromechanical Switch Assembly that operates from DC to 12.4 GHz. It consists of 16 individually controlled SP2T failsafe reflective electro-mechanical RF switches. The switch assembly can handle an input power of up to 1 W (hot switched), 150 W (cold switched), and has a VSWR of less than 1.50:1. It has an insertion loss of less than 0.50 dB and provides over 60 dB of isolation.
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RF Switch
Silicon on Insulator (SOI) SPDT Switch from 5 to 6000 MHz

RF Switch  from Qorvo

The QPC6324 from Qorvo is a Silicon on Insulator (SOI) SPDT Switch that operates from 5 MHz to 6000 MHz. It has a switching speed of 180-470 ns, an insertion loss of less than 1.35 dB with up to 61.5 dB of isolation, and has a P1dB of 37 dBm. The switch requires a DC supply of 5 V and consumes less than 200 µA of current. It is available in a 20-pin QFN leadless SMT package that measures 4 x 4 mm.
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SATCOM Amplifier System
50 W GaN-Based X-Band Solid-State Power Amplifier

SATCOM Amplifier System  from KRATOS General Microwave

The SGN-X4-50 from KRATOS General Microwave is a Solid-State Power Amplifier (SSPA) that operates in the X-Band. It delivers peak saturated output power of 50 W with a gain of 50 dB and has an efficiency of up to 25%. This SSPA utilizes the latest GaN technology to provide a low cost, high efficiency, high reliability compact amplifier. It requires a 60 V DC supply and consumes less than 268 W of power.
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Software
Software Suite for Automated EMC Testing & Report Generation

Software  from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation

The emcware 6.0 from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation is a Software Suite for automated Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing and report generation. It has over 500 predefined test profiles and offers multi-tone testing capability. The software has a compartmental design with various test methods based on the EMC test standards and also allows users to create their own custom test standards.
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RF Amplifier
Low Noise Cryogenic Amplifier from 1 to 18 GHz

RF Amplifier  from AmpliTech

The APTC4-01001800-1905-D4 from AmpliTech is a Low Noise Cryogenic Amplifier that operates from 1 to 18 GHz. It provides a gain of more than 30 dB with a noise figure of less than 2 dB and has a P1dB of over 5 dBm. The amplifier uses State-of-the-Art pHEMT technology and is designed for cryogenic applications down to 4°K. It requires a DC supply voltage of 9 V, draws 60 mA of current, and consumes 819 mW of power at 296°K.
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Automotive Radar Chipset
24 GHz Transceiver MMIC for Automotive Radar Applications

Automotive Radar Chipset  from Infineon Technologies

The BGT24ATR12 from Infineon is a SiGe MMIC for signal generation and reception, operating in the 24 GHz ISM band from 24 to 24.25 GHz. This Automotive Radar Chipset is based on a 24 GHz fundamental voltage-controlled oscillator and has one transmitter and two receiver units. It has an integrated switchable frequency pre-scaler with output frequencies of 1.5 GHz and 23 kHz.
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UWB Technology
UWB Explained: What Secure Ranging Means for the IoT and Beyond
In the time since the IEEE added support for Ultra-Wideband (UWB) communication to the 802.15.4 specification, a number of very big names have moved quickly to adopt the technology. Apple and Samsung now offer UWB as part of their latest smartphones, and a number of automakers, including Volkswagen, are demonstrating cars equipped with UWB features. Read more.
 
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 a peak speed of up to 3.6 Gbps (Wi-Fi 6E), VR-class low latency and multi-user feature innovation delivered to new and clean 6GHz spectrum, this system takes Wi-Fi performance to a new generation.
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RF Amplifier
1300 W GaN Pulsed Amplifier from 950 to 1215 MHz

RF Amplifier  from MACOM

The MAPC-A1501 from MACOM is a GaN on SiC HEMT Amplifier that operates from 950 to 1215 MHz. It delivers a pulsed output power of 1000 W @50 V and 1300 W @65 V with a gain of over 18 dB and a drain efficiency of up to 76.1%. This D-mode amplifier supports both linear and saturated applications. It is available in an air cavity ceramic package and is ideal for avionics, and IFF transponders applications.
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RF Variable Attenuator
70 dB Variable Step Attenuator from DC to 2.2 GHz

RF Variable Attenuator  from MECA

The 680-70-1 from MECA is a Variable Step Attenuator that operates from DC to 2.2 GHz. It has an attenuation range of 0 to 70 dB in 10 dB steps (manually controlled via a knob) and an insertion loss of under 0.5 dB. The attenuator can handle an average input power of 2 W, and a peak input power of 1 kW with a VSWR of less than 1.4:1.
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RF Amplifier
300 W GaN Solid-State Power Amplifier from 0.7 to 6 GHz

RF Amplifier  from Exodus Advanced Communications

The AMP2030A from Exodus Advanced Communications is a Solid-State Power Amplifier that operates from 0.7 to 6 GHz. It delivers 300 W of saturated output power with a gain of more than 53 dB and has a P1dB of 200 W. The amplifier has 2-tone intermodulation (IMD) of -30 dBc, spurious of -60 dBc, and harmonics of -20 dBc. It consumes less than 2500 W of power and can handle up to 5 dBm of input power.
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RF Shielded Test Enclosure
RF Shield Box for Digital Forensics Investigations from 20 MHz to 8 GHz

RF Shielded Test Enclosure  from RF Electronics

The HDRF-1557 from RF Electronics is a Benchtop RF Shielded Box that operates from 20 MHz to 8 GHz and offers high levels isolation up-to 8 GHz. It has a thick RF absorbing foam that provides isolation and attenuates standing waves and reflections. The RF Test box is equipped with shielded power filters for power connections in the box while still blocking all wireless signals.
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Front End Module
RF Front End Module for GPS Applications

Front End Module  from NuWaves Engineering

The NW-RF-GPS-FE from NuWaves is an RF Front End Module for GPS applications with a transmit (Tx) frequency from 1626.5 to 1675 MHz and a receive (Rx) frequency from 1518 to 1559 MHz. It delivers more than 20 W of saturated output power with a transmit gain of 43 dB and a receive gain of 47 dB. It has a switching speed of up to 2 µS and a module efficiency of 35%.
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GPS/GNSS Antenna
Active Iridium Helical GNSS Antenna

GPS/GNSS Antenna  from Tallysman Wireless

The HC610 from Tallysman is an Active Helical Antenna for Iridium Satellite Time and Location (STL) signals. It features a precision-tuned helix element that provides excellent axial ratios and operates without the requirement of a ground plane. This antenna provides a gain of 28 dB, has a noise figure of 2 dB and an axial ratio of less than 0.5 dB.
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Fixed Attenuator
Space Qualified Attenuators from DC to 18 GHz

Fixed Attenuator  from Cinch Connectivity Solutions

The QPS Series from Cinch Connectivity Solutions Midwest Microwave are Space Qualified Attenuators from DC to 18 GHz. They have attenuation values of 1, 2, 3, 6, 10, and 20 dB. These attenuators can handle average power of up to 2 W, peak power of 500 W, and have a VSWR of less than 1.07:1. They are available as connectorized modules that are 24.13/24.43 mm in length and have an operating temperature range from -55°C to +125°C.
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Satellite Link Emulator
4-Channel Satellite Link Emulator

Satellite Link Emulator  from dBm Corporation

The SLE9250 from dBm Corporation is a Satellite Link Emulator that provides the cost-effective, time-saving, repeatable total solution for the satellite to ground station RF link testing. The Emulator can be configured for up to four independent channels with an IF of 70/140 MHz (L-band for the high bandwidth model) and a delay of less than 890 ms per channel.
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SATCOM Transceiver
IP65-Rated C-Band Transceivers for VSAT Satellite Earth Stations

SATCOM Transceiver  from Amplus Communication

The AM-9444 Series from Amplus Communication are C-Band Transceivers with a transmit frequency from 5850 to 7025 MHz and a receive frequency from 3400 to 4800 MHz. On the Tx side, they deliver an output power of 100/120/150/200 W with a gain of 80 dB and have a gain adjustment of 30 dB in 0.5 dB steps. The transceivers have a frequency step size of 1 MHz and frequency stability of ±0.02 ppm. On the Rx side, they provide a gain of 45 dB with a gain adjustment of 30 dB in 0.5 dB steps.
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RF Amplifier
200 W Rugged Rack-Mount GaN SSPA from 2 to 6 GHz

RF Amplifier  from Comtech PST

The BHE2969-200 from Comtech PST is a Linear Solid State Power Amplifier that operates from 2000 to 6000 MHz. The amplifier delivers a saturated output power of 200 W with a gain of 54 dB. It supports Multi-tone, CW, AM, FM, and SSB Pulse modulation formats. The amplifier uses the latest Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology and has a high-power density to footprint ratio.
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RF Variable Attenuator
8-Bit 64 dB Digital Step Attenuator from 6 to 18 GHz

RF Variable Attenuator  from Pulsar Microwave

The DAT-25-482/1S from Pulsar Microwave is an 8-Bit Digital Step Attenuator that operates from 6 to 18 GHz. It provides an attenuation range of 64 dB in steps of 0.25 dB and has a TTL control logic with a switching time of 600 ns. The attenuator can handle an input power of 27 dBm and has an insertion loss of less than 6.5 dB.
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RF Amplifier
Bi-Directional GaN Amplifier from 3 to 6 GHz

RF Amplifier  from Linwave

The LW10-797596 from Linwave Technology is a Bi-directional GaN Amplifier that operates from 3 to 6 GHz. In the Tx mode, it delivers a saturated output power above 35 dBm with a gain of 20 dB and has a transmit efficiency of 37%. In the Rx mode, it delivers a gain of 20 dB with a noise figure of less than 5.5 dB and has a saturated power of more than 5 dBm.
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Bias Tee
50 V Bias Tee from 10 MHz to 3 GHz

Bias Tee  from Wavelex

The WBT0030A from Wavelex is a Bias Tee that operates from 10 MHz to 3 GHz. It can handle a DC voltage of up to 50 V and a DC current of 3000 mA. The bias tee can handle an input power of 30 W, has an insertion loss of less than 1 dB and provides 45 dB of isolation. It has a VSWR of less than 1.5:1 and is impedance-matched to 50 Ohms.
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Microwave Generator
250 W Microwave Generator from 2.4 to 2.5 GHz

Microwave Generator  from Kuhne Electronic

The KU SG 2.45-250A from Kuhne Electronic is a Microwave Generator that operates from 2.4 to 2.5 GHz. It delivers an output power of up to 250 W in steps of 1 W and has a frequency step size of 1 MHz. The generator can also provide pulses as well as duty-cycle specific outputs. The generator requires a DC supply of 32 V and consumes less than 18 A of current.
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