White Papers

Verify Beamformer ICs for Phased Array Antennas

Integrated beamformer ICs shrink the size of antenna feed electronics. Multiport network analyzers shrink the necessary test setup down to one instrument. Register for our material and verify beamformer ICs for phased array antenna.

Simulation-Driven Optimization of 5G RF MEMS Filters

This whitepaper discusses how 5G RF MEMS acoustic resonator-based filters can be efficiently and effectively designed and optimized, thereby reducing cost, risk, and time to market. Learn how cloud engineering simulation plays a key role in achieving quick and reliable design wins.

Understanding Key Parameters for RF-Sampling Data Converters

This white paper describes a methodology to measuring dynamic performance of RF sampling data converters using more accurate parameters including NSD, IM3, and ACLR. The paper uses the integrated RF sampling data converters of the Zynq UltraScale+ RFSoC as an example.

802.11b/a/n/ac WLAN Modulation Analysis in Spike

IoT is accelerating the need for connectivity to a wide range of applications. WLAN & Bluetooth are positioned to capture large portions of this market. WLAN standards are being expanded to address higher data rates, transmit range & battery efficiency. Signal Hound’s SPIKE spectrum analyzer software now includes specialized WLAN modulation analysis features. This capability is designed for making physical layer measurements on WLAN transmitting devices, providing RF metrics to accurately evaluate your signal performance and quality. Learn more at www.signalhound.com/WLAN.

Design and Modeling of a Solid-State Transmit/Receive Module for Radar Applications

For transmit/receive (T/R) modules, it is imperative to use an architecture that meets all requirements with the most cost-effective technology. This white paper overviews various solid-state semiconductor technologies for T/R module development and describes a design methodology that includes the modeling/analysis of a T/R module.

Building Qualified High-Reliability Cable Assemblies: Shipped Same Day

The failure of a coaxial cable assembly during operation can be costly, and not just monetarily. The cost failure could also amount to loss of life, complete mission failure, or the downtime of essential communication, radar, location, or jammer systems.

Optimize Beamforming From Bits to RF Beams

Rohde & Schwarz gives you the benefit of a well-coordinated portfolio of conducted and OTA test solutions. Radar, satellite communications and 5G NR use AAS with phased array antennas for beamforming. Hybrid beamforming combines the flexibility of digital beamforming with the efficiency of analog beamforming. Increasing integration enables compact and cost-efficient AAS. To achieve accurate, reliable and efficient beamforming, it is necessary to understand and compensate for the nonlinear behavior of RF components.

Diverse RF Semiconductor Technologies Are Driving the 5G Rollout

5G is poised to enable a host of new applications and experiences, but with this revolution comes the need for semiconductor technologies that can help 5G live up to this hype. Learn about the cellular and Wi-Fi architectural changes 5G is driving in smartphones, and the technologies making this possible.

Simplify Coexistence and Interference Testing for GNSS Receivers

The R&S®SMW200A GNSS simulator offers an easy and convenient way to test your receiver design against a wide variety of potential interferers and jammers. Test cases extend from simple coexistence simulations to complex interference scenarios with localized emitters.

10 Signal Generator Features You’re Probably Paying Too Much For

A robust test bench is an essential element to any team conducting daily RF device and assembly prototyping, characterization, and calibration. And among the most common instruments you’ll find on benches everywhere, from component and subsystem manufacturers to antenna system integrators and cellular network providers, is a signal generator.