White Papers

CopperMountain

VNA Time Domain Processing

From understanding S-parameters to mastering discrete Fourier transforms, this article delves into frequency and time domain analysis, showcasing applications like spectral analysis, impulse response simulations, and time gating for accurate measurements. Explore the intricacies of TDR and lowpass modes, and unlock the potential of VNA technology for precise RF measurements and signal analysis.

AMCAD

RF Power Amplifier Behavioral Modeling for System Level Simulation

This Whitepaper addresses the challenges of RF system simulation to optimize Power Amplifier performance. Key issues include compromise between simulation accuracy and speed to manage signal distortion under load-pull conditions. DPD techniques address linearity but pose cost and implementation challenges, especially with emerging 5G standards and active antenna architectures.

Anritsu

Enhancing Military Operations: Satellite Communications, 5G Impact, and Interference Mitigation

This paper highlights the pivotal role of secure satellite communications (SATCOM) in modern military operations, emphasizing their unmatched connectivity and strategic advantages. It addresses the criticality of SATCOM for uninterrupted communication on the battlefield, discusses multifaceted utility, explores 5G integration implications, addresses interference challenges, and introduces Anritsu spectrum analyzers for innovative interference mitigation solutions.

Remcom

Ray-Optical Modeling of Wireless Coverage Enhancement Using Engineered Electromagnetic Surfaces: Experimental Verification at 28 GHz

Engineered electromagnetic surfaces (EES) are passive metasurfaces designed to artificially enhance wireless signal coverage. In this paper, propagation experiments are conducted to verify the accuracy of a novel ray-optical scattering model for EES. Wireless InSite’s implementation of the scattering model is presented along with measured and simulated propagation data for a large indoor office environment.

RS

Characterizing Parasitic Components in Power Converters

The increased use of wide bandgap semiconductors like GaN and SiC in power converters enables high-power-density supplies with low switching losses and improved efficiency. Yet, benefits of these fast-switching transistors can be hindered without addressing parasitics at high frequencies. The white paper introduces parasitics, describes their presence in passive components, and demonstrates using the R&S®LCX200 LCR meter.

QMicrowave

RF Filter Packaging Guide

In this White Paper you will learn about RF filter materials, configurations and packaging, as well as filter design, material selection, SWaP-C, and customization.

Fortify

Microwave Lenses with Lower Weight, Higher Gain, Better Aperture Efficiency - A Head to Head Comparison of Luneburg Lenses to Rexolite Lenses

A head-to-head measurement of Fortify’s 3D printed Luneburg lens’ demonstrated improvements in gain, efficiency, weight, and manufacturability over a legacy Rexolite lens solution. Fortify’s 3D printed Luneburg lens demonstrated improvements in gain, efficiency, weight, and manufacturability over the legacy Rexolite lens solution.

Boonton

Measuring RF & Microwave Power

In today’s wireless world, RF signals are transmitted and received to effectively send data and facilitate wireless communications. Among all the parameters to consider in RF design, power measurements remain one of the most critical metrics for designers and operators. 

Quantic MWD

Phase Noise Impact on Satellite Uplink and Downlink Channel Capacity

This white paper gives an overview of the critical issue of phase noise in satellite communication systems and its impact on channel capacity.  Phase noise is a significant contributor to Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) and as such is an important determinant of channel capacity in any communication link. Phase noise, originating from various sources such as satellite transponders and ground equipment can significantly degrade the performance of satellite links, leading to reduced throughput and increased error rates. Understanding and mitigating phase noise is vital for optimizing satellite communication networks and ensuring efficient data transmission. 

Analog Devices

How Minimizing Pulse Droop in GaN Power Amplifiers Improves Radar Range

This article will focus on GaN PA pulse droop as a nonideality of real-world radar performance and will discuss what can be done to mitigate its negative impact on radar range. With advanced solid-state electronics inserted at the output stages for many radar RF chains, system engineers can set specifications to achieve improved range, resolution, and sensing capabilities.