RF & Microwave Industry News

25 Operators Lab Testing Pre-5G

36 Gbps Max Reported Data Rate

According to Viavi Solutions 25 operators have announced "5G" lab tests, and 12 report field testing. Five have demonstrated data rates of 35 Gbps or more in the lab, with the UAE's Etisalat claiming the highest speed of 36 Gbps. 28 GHz is the most widely used spectrum for the tests, based on eight operators that have disclosed operating at this frequency. Seven operators are using 15 GHz.


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Flexible Waveguide Line for Subassemblies and Test Instrumentation

As the newest addition to its passive waveguide product offering, SAGE Millimeter Inc. has released a new line of flexible waveguides to cover 18 to 50 GHz. The flexible waveguide line is manufactured with a precision machining process to ensure high quality and ruggedness. Furthermore, all standard models feature a vulcanized silicone rubber jacket for added protection and reliability.


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MilSatCom USA Returns Stateside to Focus on Optimizing Future US MilSatCom Capabilities

SMi Group, organizers of leading industry event Global MilSatCom, announces the return of MilSatCom USA on June 28-29, 2017 at the Sheraton Pentagon City, Arlington, Va. As the space domain continues to grow even more congested, contested, and competitive, the need to ensure effective resiliency and protection on future MilSatCom systems is more crucial than ever before. Thus, the 2nd MilSatCom USA conference returns to provide a high-level forum for the US SatCom community to discuss how further comprehensive collaboration can be beneficial to all parties and stakeholders.


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