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The Book End

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...
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Career Corner

About Job Market and Marketing RF/Microwave Engineering Part I
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...
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New Literature

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...
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Web Update

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...
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New Waves: Semiconductors/MMICs/RFICs

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...
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