The End of Obsolete Technologies in Backbone RRL
RRL (Radio Relay Lines) remain a vital lifeline for telecommunications in regions with complex terrain where laying fiber optic cables is physically impossible or economically...
RF Basics: How to Safely Use a Power Meter for Amplifier Testing
In the world of Radio Frequency (RF) and microwave engineering, “knowing” the characteristics of your signal is not enough—you need to be able to measure...
RF Basics: What is a Low Pass Filter (LPF) and How Does It Work?
In the world of Radio Frequency (RF) and microwave engineering, managing the signal spectrum is a fundamental task for any developer. As electromagnetic waves pass...
Industry Trends: The Evolution of the Commercial High Power Amplifier
The landscape of commercial Radio Frequency (RF) testing and telecommunications is undergoing a radical transformation. As the global demand for 5G connectivity, advanced automotive radar,...
RF Basics: What is Velocity Factor (VF)?
We are often taught in high school physics that electromagnetic waves, including radio frequency (RF) signals, travel at the speed of light (approximately 300,000 kilometers...
RF Basics: What is Power Flux Density (PFD)?
When designing a wireless communication system, engineers do not just care about how much power leaves the antenna; they care deeply about how much of...
RF Basics: What is a Frequency-Locked Loop (FLL)?
In the realm of Radio Frequency (RF) engineering, maintaining a stable and accurate signal is the foundation of any communication system. When dealing with oscillators...
RF Basics: What is Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP)?
If you are stepping into the world of Radio Frequency (RF) engineering, telecommunications, or satellite communications, you will quickly encounter a multitude of acronyms. Among...