Nov 1, 2006
Microchip Technology's MRF24J40 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 transceiver is the RF Design Product of the Month for November 2006....
Nov 1, 2006
Low-power converter Analog Devices is lowering the power consumption of medical and industrial electronics with its latest precision PulSAR analog-to-digital...
Nov 1, 2006,
By H. Böhm, H. Kebinger, R. Losehand, and H. Heiss
A monolithic integrated multiband PCN/PCS RF-bandpass filter manufactured
on highly resistive silicon substrate with mode conversion and ESD protection is
described. In order to analyze the ESD behavior of the filter, an ESD simulation
model is presented and compared with measurement results....
Nov 1, 2006
Amplifiers Track-and-hold amplifier The HMC660LC4B wideband track-and-hold IC from Hittite Microwave offers high bandwidth and true 9-bit linearity performance...
Nov 1, 2006,
By Jeff Ravencraft and Stephen R. Wood
While the IEEE failed to reach consensus on UWB, efforts of the WiMedia Alliance and others has created a huge wave of momentum to ensure its worldwide adoption....
Nov 1, 2006,
By Billy Brackenridge
While UWB presents a golden opportunity for many, a company's approach to implementation can play a critical role in defining
its success....
Nov 1, 2006
Azimuth Systems Inc. has readied a solution that enables vendors to perform certification testing according to the new Wi-Fi Alliance test engine architecture....
Nov 1, 2006,
By Mark Lombardi
Testing throughout the implementation stages provides a predictable path to conformance to the WiMedia specification....
Nov 1, 2006,
By Radhakrishna Setty
While many new RF capabilities are enabled by sophisticated RFICs, simple structures, such as a double-balanced quad diode mixer, can effectively perform the same signal-processing functions while also exhibiting superior electrical performance and robustness....
Nov 1, 2006,
By Roberto Aiello
As the world continues to progress toward a ubiquitously wireless future, the next big leap forward represents the need to combine both higher bandwidth and seamless interoperability between disparate devices....
Nov 1, 2006
The UWB industry continues to make significant strides forward with certifications now underway and a range of products based on the technology either already announced or on the verge of being announced....
Nov 1, 2006,
By Thomas Baker
While the low noise amplifier is a relatively simple design compared to other RF components in a cellular receiver lineup, the performance trade-offs it presents challenge the LNA application design engineer....
Nov 1, 2006,
By Kyle Klatka
With careful test strategy consideration, semiconductor companies can achieve product quality and cost aspirations for the UWB market....
Nov 1, 2006,
By Mario Pasquali
These five steps can help manufacturers ensure a positive experience for users of products based on Wireless USB....
Nov 1, 2006
ADAPTIX has tested the delivery of IP-based multimedia content over its new BX-3000 base station and SX-300 mobile terminal as part of the latest WiMAX Forum Plugfest dedicated to Mobile WiMAX. The Plugfest, held in Frederick, MD, brought together ADAPTIX and 20 other companies to test the interoperability of products based on Mobile WiMAX....