Introduction to Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) You select cellular technology because of the ubiquitous access to network infrastructure around the globe. While it is true that 4G/LTE technology alone covers as much as 90% of the world’s population, if you look at total geographical coverage instead, only about 15% of the earth’s surface is covered by...
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R&S and u-blox Validate Automotive GNSS Module Based on the New Chinese GB/T Test Specification u-blox, a leading global supplier of GNSS modules, and Rohde & Schwarz have successfully validated u-blox’s latest automotive GNSS module in accordance with the recently published Chinese GB/T test requirement for automotive on-board GNSS positioning systems using an automated R&S SMBV100B based GNSS simulator solution. GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite...
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QPA4003 26.5 – 29.5 GHz 5 W GaN Power Amplifier by Qorvo Key Features Frequency Range: 26.5 – 29.5 GHz PSAT (PIN = 16 dBm): 37 dBm PAE (PIN = 16 dBm): 22 % Power Gain (PIN = 16 dBm): 22 dB Small Signal Gain: 29 dB IMD3 (POUT = 31 dBm/tone): −33 dBc Bias: VD =...
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UBX-M10150-CC GNSS Chipset by u-blox AG The UBX-M10150-CC from u-blox is a GNSS Chip that supports GPS and QZSS/SBAS, Galileo, and BeiDou constellations. It is designed for integration into wearable applications including sports, smartwatches, and other battery-powered devices with size constraints. This GNSS chip provides an optimal balance between power consumption and position accuracy. It uses LEAP...
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0402FL-161XJR_ RF Inductor by Coilcraft The 0402FL-161XJR_ from Coilcraft is a RF Inductor with Inductance 0.16 uH, DC Resistance 0.24 Ohms, DC Current 330 to 630 mA, Self Resonant Frequency 1850 MHz, Operating Temperature -40 to 125 Degree C. Tags: Chip Inductor, Wire Wound Inductor. More details for 0402FL-161XJR_ can be seen below. Product Details Part Number:...
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ZXF90-3-223-K+ Frequency Multiplier by Mini Circuits The ZXF90-3-223-K+ from Mini-Circuits is a 3x Frequency Multiplier that converts input frequencies of 3.33 to 7.33 to output frequencies of 10 to 22 GHz. It has a conversion loss of less than 21.5 dB and a harmonic suppression of 25 to 65 dBc. This frequency multiplier is based on GaAs...
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ZVBP-38500-K+ Band Pass Filter by Mini Circuits The ZVBP-38500-K+ from Mini-Circuits is a Band Pass Filter with Frequency 37 to 40 GHz, Insertion Loss 2.1 to 4 dB, Upper Rejection 80 to 116 dB, Lower Rejection 80 to 127 dB, Power 2.5 W. Tags: Module with Connectors, Cavity Filter. More details for ZVBP-38500-K+ can be seen below....
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Waveguide RF & Microwave Coupler Basics RF/Microwave couplers are crucial passive components used in a variety of systems, from high-power transmissions and electronic warfare (EW) to test and measurement instrument calibration. Given the range of use cases for RF couplers, there is a diverse scope of coupler types and configurations. One of the most common types of RF couplers...
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Mini-Circuits New Model Alert: 110 GHz Armored Cables DC TO 110 GHz, 1.0mm M-F Armored Cables, Double-Shielded with Low Insertion Loss & VSWR Mini-Circuits’ line of 1.0 mm-terminated coaxial cables includes a half dozen lengths and connector mating adaptations to meet all possible interface requirements. Ultra-wide bandwidth to 110 GHz allows for integration with virtually...
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X-Band Radar: Driving Defense Applications with Beamforming, GaN and GaAs Technology The defense sector is constantly evolving to address the latest security challenges, one of which is the increasing prevalence of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones in critical areas. X-band radar systems, particularly those leveraging beamforming ICs (BFICs), advanced gallium nitride (GaN) and gallium arsenide...
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