RF & Microwave Industry News

IEEE P1785: A New Standard for Waveguide Above 110 GHz

The Microwave Theory and Techniques Society (MTT-S) of the IEEE has recently launched an activity to develop an international standard to define waveguides used at frequencies of 110 GHz and above—specifically, rectangular metallic waveguides. The stan...
There are many applications that are presently being researched in the high millimeter-wave/low terahertz frequency range. These applications are supporting many areas, including astronomy, remote sensing, communications, radar systems and homeland security. This standard is being developed to make sure that all of these applications have a commonality and...
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Lighter-weight RG Coaxial Cable

W.L. Gore & Associates has introduced a new, lighter-weight RG coaxial cable for aircraft communication and navigation systems, providing significant weight savings without compromising performance. When compared to standard RG coaxial cables, these new cables reduce operating costs because they are over 25% lighter and the diameter is more...
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Armored Family of 18 GHz Low-loss Cable Assemblies

Crystek has ruggedized its LL142 low-loss RF cable assemblies by incorporating a spiraled stainless steel casing, along with extra fortification provided by heavy-duty adhesive strain relief with a Neoprene jacket. This added measure of protection eliminates the failures commonly caused by cable flexion and compression. At 18 GHz, the...
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Literature Showcase

Product Brochure Amphenol RF introduced its latest innovation, the Mini Lock 7 (ML7) RF connector for wireless infrastructure markets. The ML7 combines proven advantages of the 7/16 interface with a new, low torque, quick coupling mechanism that speeds installation and reduces connector size up to 25 percent while delivering...
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Taking the Heat: Silver-Diamond Composite Offers Capabilities for Cooling Defense Microelectronics

Researchers at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) are developing a solid composite material to help cool small, powerful microelectronics used in defense systems. The material, composed of silver and diamond, promises an exceptional degree of thermal conductivity compared to materials currently used for this application. The research is...
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e2v Opens Microwave Technology Center

e2v has opened its microwave technology center in Sadler Road, Lincoln, UK. The facility employs approximately 60 people, the majority of whom are specialist engineers and scientists, who will be responsible for designing and developing technology solutions, components and sub-systems based on microwave frequency technologies. The company has had...
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