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The capability of a Nonlinear Vector Network Analyzer (NVNA) repetitive sampling receiver, which is designed to perform pulsed RF S-parameter and load-pull measurements, is presented. Due to its unique sampler-based architecture, unlike a mixer based VNA, the dynamic range of the NVNA is independent of the duty cycle. This...

For test applications that require precise, repeatable measurements, GORE® PHASEFLEX® Microwave/RF Test Assemblies have been designed to provide optimal phase and amplitude stability with flexure. The expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) material used in their construction enables them to be rugged yet lightweight and deliver reliable performance with longer service life...

When prototyping RF circuits, it is essential to work in micrometer precision. Even small deviations can lead to undesirable results. Basically, PCBs are manufactured in a negative process: non-conductive regions are removed from a full surface-coated substrate and the conductor structures remain intact. This conductive layer can be removed...

The new four-channel PicoScope 6404 PC Oscilloscope has an analog bandwidth of 500 MHz. This is matched by a real-time sampling rate of 5 GS/s, which guarantees accurate representation of signals up to the full bandwidth. The oscilloscope also has an ultra-deep 1gigasample buffer memory that allows capture and...

Measuring the performance of microwave and millimeterwave circuits is frequently dependent on the availability of high quality signal sources. Commercial and military systems operating at short wavelengths sometimes require multiple signal generators at the core of the test equipment rack. Considering the high cost of currently available signal generators...

Wireless Design and Test Gain greater insight into wireless design and test with the new 24/7 Agilent Wireless Videos page. The site is designed to give information about wireless test for greater understanding of the wireless connectivity technologies with a full range of design and test solutions. Visit www.agilent.com/find/wirelessvideos...

The following booth numbers are complete as of August 9, 2011. PNA N522XA Network Analyzer The new PNA Series is based on Agilent's PNA-X architecture and is described as a high performance microwave network analyzer, setting a new price/performance standard in the industry. The Agilent PNA is used to...

Microwave Materials for Wireless Applications David Cruickshank, TransTech Inc. The history of magnetic materials began with spinel ferrites, but the discovery of ferromagnetic garnets began a period of intense activity through to the late 1970s. With more of these devices being produced to more stringent requirements for today's cellular...

Math, Science and Logic PuzzLeS - for the "enginerd" in all of us (re-printed with permission from Pzzls - www.pzzls.com ) Download the Puzzler (PDF) Address unknown Mr. House would like to visit his old friend Mr. Street, who is living in the main street of a small village....

Is the European RF and microwave industry feeling the heat? Will the current economic drought starve the industry of essential funding and investment or can focused and targeted innovation harvest demand and stimulate growth in established and developing sectors of the market? In hindsight, this was the calm before...