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Automated systems designed to help drivers avoid accidents are starting to become available on a wide range of vehicles. In these first generation systems, the assistance is mostly limited to flashing lights and audible/haptic signals. OEMs and suppliers are working hard to develop reliable technology that does not irritate...

Modeling and Characterization of RF and Microwave Power FETs P.H. Aaen, J.A. Plá and J. Wood 377 pages; $99 • Cambridge University Press ISBN: 978-0-521-87066-5 This book is about the modeling of RF power transistors, in particular field effect transistors or FETs. Characterization and measurement techniques, analysis and synthesis...

This article suggests ways in which information obtained from the job market can be used to complement or affirm other market research and lead generation efforts. Macro Level: Job Market as a Sensor of the Industry and Its Markets Job markets are interrelated with their respective industries. Demand for...

The rapid development and mass production of integrated circuits (IC) have been key factors driving the evolution of miniature handsets. Now other fields such as UMTS, WiMAX, WiBro, base stations, repeaters and Customer Premises Equipment (CPE) are reaping the benefit of the integration of such modules. To satisfy this...

Demonstration Guide A new technical overview with a self-guided de-monstration is now available for WiMAX test developers and application engineers. The guide shows how the Agilent N8300A wireless networking test set can be used with the Agilent N6301A 802.16 OFDM and OFDMA measurement applications and the Agilent N7615B Signal...

AR Web Demonstrations Visit this web site to watch AR specialists demonstrate some of the most innovative products and systems, and review important industry information. Demonstrations include: TGAR: Automotive Transient Generator System Overview and Demonstration; AR’s 8 to 20 GHz Solid State Amplifier Series; AR’s Field Monitoring Equipment; a...

Linear Power Amplifier The AWT6281 HELP3™ WCDMA linear power amplifier (PA) is engineered specifically for use in advanced 3G handsets for EGSM (Band 8) UMTS wireless networks. The new power amplifier extends the operating time of 3G handsets and data cards, which is critical for successful operation using today’s...

Industry News Tensolite , of Carlisle Companies Inc., announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire privately-owned Carlyle Inc. , a provider of sophisticated aerospace and network interconnection solutions. With annual sales of approximately $125 M, Carlyle is focused on manufacturing wire and cable harnesses, rack and...

Phase noise is becoming generally recognized (and accepted) as a critical performance parameter in higher performing test, radar and communication systems. However, additive phase noise is not typically measured on amplifiers, frequency dividers or frequency multipliers due to the perceived difficulty of the measurement and the prohibitive cost of...

UWB communication systems have recently attracted tremendous attention for industry, media and academic applications. The UWB system is a new wireless technology capable of transmitting data over a wide frequency range with low power consumption and high data rates. 1,2 In order to develop UWB communication ICs with reasonable...