GPS Explained: What It Is and How It Works First invented more than five decades ago in 1973, the Global Positioning System (GPS) has transformed our daily lives in recent years, helping us find our way, track items we buy online, and much more. Let’s look at this essential technology and how it works. What...
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PDW06933 Power Divider by Knowles The PDW06933 from Knowles is a 2-Way Wilkinson Power Divider that operates from 2 to 18 GHz. It provides an isolation of 20 dB and has an insertion loss of less than 2.5 dB. This power divider can handle an input power of 5 W and has a return loss of 18...
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MM1-0626HCSP2 RF Mixer by Marki Microwave The MM1-0626HCSP2 from Marki Microwave is a Passive GaAs Double Balanced Mixer MMIC with an RF/LO frequency from 6 to 26 GHz and an IF frequency from DC to 9 GHz. It has a conversion loss of 7 dB and can handle an input power of +15 dBm. This mixer provides...
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QPC0542 RF Switch by Qorvo The QPC0542 from Qorvo is an SOI SPDT Switch that operates from 0.02 to 50 GHz. It has a switching speed of 50 ns and provides more than 40 dB of isolation. This reflective switch can handle up to 1 W of input power and has an insertion loss of less than...
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How Does Satellite Communication Work? Satellite communication is key to linking us with distant parts of the world where traditional communication methods fall short. Satellites orbit the Earth, allowing us to send and receive information over vast distances. This blog aims to explain the complex technology behind satellite services. It breaks down the intricate processes...
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Enabling High Capacity Satellite System Terminals The Growing Satellite Market Geostationary (GEO) Systems With the growing need for ubiquitous connectivity, the satellite communications industry is poised for explosive growth, with multiple high-capacity systems either already in orbit or planned for the near future. There are on-orbit geostationary systems like ViaSat-1 and ViaSat-2 that offer...
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Comparing LTE and 5G: What You Need to Know The rapid evolution of mobile network technology has transformed how we communicate, access information, and interact with the digital world. Understanding their differences becomes crucial as new technologies emerge, especially as we transition from LTE to 5G. Both technologies have significantly impacted our daily lives, but...
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1512SP-62N_8E_ RF Inductor by Coilcraft The 1512SP-62N_8E_ from Coilcraft is a RF Inductor with Inductance 0.062 uH, DC Resistance 0.0155 Ohms, DC Current 2.7 A, Self Resonant Frequency 1.8 GHz, Operating Temperature -40 to 125 Degree C. More details for 1512SP-62N_8E_ can be seen below. Product Details Part Number: 1512SP-62N_8E_ Manufacturer: Coilcraft Description: 1.8 GHz (SRF), Mini...
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What is 4G LTE? Understanding 4G LTE Technology and Its Impact Whether sending a few work emails in a local café or gaming with friends online, mobile networks are an integral part of our daily lives. Out of all these, 4G LTE has truly been a game-changer, offering high-quality connectivity on the go and paving...
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Pasternack’s New Spring-Loaded Adapters Enhance SMP, SMPM and SMPS Series New Line Offers Enhanced Connectivity and RFPerformance for High-Frequency Applications IRVINE, Calif. – Pasternack, an Infinite Electronics brand and a leading provider of RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave products, has announced the launch of its new line of spring-loaded adapters, designed for the SMP, SMPM, and...
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