Please Note: By downloading a white paper, the details of your profile will be shared with the sponsoring company and you may be contacted by them directly. https://www.microwavejournal.com/rss en-us United Monolithic Semiconductors (UMS) is proud to announce that its new GH10-10 GaN technology is now fully qualified and already opened in production mode, empowering our customers with high performance, fast time-to-market and greater competitive advantages. United Monolithic Semiconductors (UMS) is proud to announce that its new GH10-10 GaN technology is now fully qualified and already opened in production mode, empowering our customers with high performance, fast time-to-market and greater competitive advantages.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45732 Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45732-01m-ums-gan-on-sic-technology-qualification-and-perspectives edit_UMS_WP_rfcomgh1010_Cvr.jpg Accurate simulation models for single-layers capacitors have to date not been widely available. Modelithics has recently developed a proven methodology for producing broadband, measurement-validated equivalent-circuit, and 3D electromagnetic models for SLCs. These new models are parametrically scalable and validated to frequencies as high as 67 GHz. Accurate simulation models for single-layers capacitors have to date not been widely available. Modelithics has recently developed a proven methodology for producing broadband, measurement-validated equivalent-circuit, and 3D electromagnetic models for SLCs. These new models are parametrically scalable and validated to frequencies as high as 67 GHz.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45731 Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45731-enhancing-predictability-in-chip-and-wire-designs-through-accurate-broadband-single-layer-capacitor-modeling edit_Modelithics_WP_Single_Layer_Capacitors_Cvr.jpg RF record and playback enables engineers to capture real world RF signals and reuse them throughout development, validation, and test to evaluate system performance. Modern radar, electronic warfare, SIGINT, and satellite communications systems operate across wide instantaneous bandwidths, employ agile waveforms, and contend with dense, multi emitter environments where critical events are brief yet consequential. RF record and playback enables engineers to capture real world RF signals and reuse them throughout development, validation, and test to evaluate system performance. Modern radar, electronic warfare, SIGINT, and satellite communications systems operate across wide instantaneous bandwidths, employ agile waveforms, and contend with dense, multi emitter environments where critical events are brief yet consequential.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45730 Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45730-multichannel-rf-record-and-playback-in-modern-emso-test-environments edit_NI_WP_MultichannelRFRecordPlaybackModernEMSOTestEnvironments_Cvr.jpg Micro-precision additive manufacturing is unlocking new possibilities in millimeter-wave component design, enabling lighter, more complex, and higher-performing structures up to 270 GHz. From RF filters and hollow waveguides to corrugated horn antennas and ceramic-loaded modules, the design freedom and monolithic manufacturing accuracy this technology offers are explored in depth in this new white paper. Micro-precision additive manufacturing is unlocking new possibilities in millimeter-wave component design, enabling lighter, more complex, and higher-performing structures up to 270 GHz. From RF filters and hollow waveguides to corrugated horn antennas and ceramic-loaded modules, the design freedom and monolithic manufacturing accuracy this technology offers are explored in depth in this new white paper.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45586 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45586-precision-additive-manufacturing-for-rf-and-millimeter-wave-applications edit_BMF_WP_Precision_Additive_Manufacturing_for_RF_and_Millimeter-Wave_Applications_Cvr.jpg As 5G expands and 6G emerges, mixer performance is critical to RF system behavior at wide bandwidths and mmWave frequencies. This ebook explores how modern mixers impact RF front-end performance, including frequency translation, linearity, noise, and image suppression. As 5G expands and 6G emerges, mixer performance is critical to RF system behavior at wide bandwidths and mmWave frequencies. This ebook explores how modern mixers impact RF front-end performance, including frequency translation, linearity, noise, and image suppression.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45585 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45585-mixer-technology-for-advanced-communications-part-1-mixer-basics edit_Cadence_WP_RF_Mixer_Technology_Part1_ebook_Cvr.jpg Eliminate rail droop, slow recovery, and nuisance trips in pulse-mode RF and radar applications. The MEAN WELL NCP-3200-CDI series is a 3.2 kW, 48 V pulse-optimized AC/DC supply with active droop compensation and high-speed bulk-cap support, delivering up to 110 A peak with controlled recharge for clean, repeatable pulse performance. Eliminate rail droop, slow recovery, and nuisance trips in pulse-mode RF and radar applications. The MEAN WELL NCP-3200-CDI series is a 3.2 kW, 48 V pulse-optimized AC/DC supply with active droop compensation and high-speed bulk-cap support, delivering up to 110 A peak with controlled recharge for clean, repeatable pulse performance.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45584 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45584-optimize-pulse-mode-rf-performance-with-new-mean-well-power-solutions edit_CDI_WP_PulseModeOptimizedNCPCDIPowerSupply_Cvr.jpg RF baluns and transformers may be some of the most challenging components to select for a given system design. For starters, baluns and transformers are used for a wide variety of functions which partly determine the appropriate configuration for a given application. RF baluns and transformers may be some of the most challenging components to select for a given system design. For starters, baluns and transformers are used for a wide variety of functions which partly determine the appropriate configuration for a given application.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45583 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45583-lexicon-of-balun-and-transformer-configurations edit_MC_WP_Lexicon_Cvr.jpg Traditional multiport VNAs measure full S-parameters sequentially, but many applications only require reflection data. This article explores a parallel approach using synchronized 1-port VNAs, each measuring independently. The result is significantly faster, simultaneous multiport reflection measurements, enabling higher throughput and more efficient testing in practical environments. Traditional multiport VNAs measure full S-parameters sequentially, but many applications only require reflection data. This article explores a parallel approach using synchronized 1-port VNAs, each measuring independently. The result is significantly faster, simultaneous multiport reflection measurements, enabling higher throughput and more efficient testing in practical environments.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45582 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45582-using-multiple-1-port-vnas-for-ultra-fast-parallel-reflection-measurements edit_CopperMountain_WP_UsingMultiple1PortVNAsUltraFastParallelReflectionMeasurements_Cvr.jpg This primer examines the theory of state-of-the-art spectrum analysis and describes how modern spectrum analyzers are designed and how they work. That is followed by a brief characterization of today's signal generators, which are needed as a stimulus when performing amplifier measurements. This primer examines the theory of state-of-the-art spectrum analysis and describes how modern spectrum analyzers are designed and how they work. That is followed by a brief characterization of today's signal generators, which are needed as a stimulus when performing amplifier measurements.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45581 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45581-spectrum-analyzer-fundamentals-theory-and-operation-of-modern-spectrum-analyzers-primer edit_RSUSA_WP_FundamentalsofSpectrumAnalysis_Cvr.jpg Vector network analyzers (VNAs) are invaluable test tools for characterizing active and passive RF and microwave components and determining how they affect signals passing through them. By leveraging modern IC and circuit technologies, along with significant advancements in VNA technology, high-performance capabilities in a portable form factor are now attainable. Vector network analyzers (VNAs) are invaluable test tools for characterizing active and passive RF and microwave components and determining how they affect signals passing through them. By leveraging modern IC and circuit technologies, along with significant advancements in VNA technology, high-performance capabilities in a portable form factor are now attainable.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45580 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45580-usb-powered-two-port-vna-a-powerful-and-portable-test-tool edit_SignalHound_WP_USBPoweredTwoPortVNAAPowerfulPortableTestTool_Cvr.jpg Download the complete signal analysis guide to learn settings and use cases for signal and spectrum analyzers. Test complex signals, characterize RF devices, and debug enclosures and environments with Siglent's RF solutions. This spectrum analysis guide includes: key specifications, EMI tips & tricks, demodulation tools, and advanced measurements. Download the complete signal analysis guide to learn settings and use cases for signal and spectrum analyzers. Test complex signals, characterize RF devices, and debug enclosures and environments with Siglent's RF solutions. This spectrum analysis guide includes: key specifications, EMI tips & tricks, demodulation tools, and advanced measurements.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45360 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45360-rf-spectrum-analysis-capabilities-specifications-and-applications edit_Siglent_WP_Spectrum_analysis_primer_Cvr.jpg This white paper explains the trends in wireless frequency band allocation for 5G-Advanced and 6G, the features of Frequency Range 3 (FR3), which ranges from 7.125 GHz to 24.25 GHz, that is expected to realize low attenuation and device miniaturization, the challenges it faces, and the technologies that will help overcome these. This white paper explains the trends in wireless frequency band allocation for 5G-Advanced and 6G, the features of Frequency Range 3 (FR3), which ranges from 7.125 GHz to 24.25 GHz, that is expected to realize low attenuation and device miniaturization, the challenges it faces, and the technologies that will help overcome these.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45358 Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45358-exploring-new-developments-in-wireless-communication-using-fr3 edit_Anritsu_WP_exploring_new_developments_wireless_communication_using_fr3_Cvr.jpg Explore a variety of technical articles that answer foundational questions about RF inductors and address topics such as solving RF isolation issues with RF inductors, comparing the benefits of wirewound ferrite beads to traditional chip ferrite beads, and designing LC filters with Coilcraft reference designs and software. Explore a variety of technical articles that answer foundational questions about RF inductors and address topics such as solving RF isolation issues with RF inductors, comparing the benefits of wirewound ferrite beads to traditional chip ferrite beads, and designing LC filters with Coilcraft reference designs and software.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45231 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45231-the-fundamentals-of-rf-inductors edit_WP_Coilcraft_eBook_RF_Inductors_Cvr.jpg This paper outlines PCB placement rules and impedance-matching methods required to maximize performance of the WE-MCA multilayer chip antenna. It explains field behaviour, placement constraints and step-by-step tuning using Smith Chart techniques to achieve optimal gain and bandwidth. This paper outlines PCB placement rules and impedance-matching methods required to maximize performance of the WE-MCA multilayer chip antenna. It explains field behaviour, placement constraints and step-by-step tuning using Smith Chart techniques to achieve optimal gain and bandwidth.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45133 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45133-we-mca-multilayer-chip-antenna-placement-and-matching edit_Wurth_WP_WE-MCA_Multilayer_Chip_Antenna_Placement_Matching_Cvr.jpg For problems of electromagnetic modelling and simulation, Altair provides Feko. Altair® Feko® has been a leader in high-frequency electromagnetic simulation for over 20 years. It is the leading tool for antenna design, antenna placement, virtual test drives and flights, EMC, radio frequency interference, radar and radio coverage. For problems of electromagnetic modelling and simulation, Altair provides Feko. Altair® Feko® has been a leader in high-frequency electromagnetic simulation for over 20 years. It is the leading tool for antenna design, antenna placement, virtual test drives and flights, EMC, radio frequency interference, radar and radio coverage.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45132 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45132-optimizing-antennas-installed-performance edit_Altair_WP_Optimizing_Antennas_Installed_Performance_Cvr.jpg In today’s interconnected world, extending communication beyond terrestrial networks is vital. This white paper explores the fundamentals of Non-terrestrial Networks (NTN) and how RF channel emulators ensure NTN perform optimally under real-world conditions. Discover how solutions like the Maury Microwave ACE9600 enable reliable design, testing, and optimization of NTN systems. In today’s interconnected world, extending communication beyond terrestrial networks is vital. This white paper explores the fundamentals of Non-terrestrial Networks (NTN) and how RF channel emulators ensure NTN perform optimally under real-world conditions. Discover how solutions like the Maury Microwave ACE9600 enable reliable design, testing, and optimization of NTN systems.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45015 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45015-copy-of-emc-testing-and-amplifier-selection edit_MauryMicrowave_WP_Importance of Satellite Link Emulator in NTN-final_Cvr.jpg This article investigates the challenges and system benefits of applying the ultralow noise switching regulator in noise-sensitive RF systems, compared to a traditional buck + LDO regulator solution. The investigation is based on two representative case studies of RF applications: a high performance phase-locked loop (PLL) clock and an advanced high speed ADC system. This article investigates the challenges and system benefits of applying the ultralow noise switching regulator in noise-sensitive RF systems, compared to a traditional buck + LDO regulator solution. The investigation is based on two representative case studies of RF applications: a high performance phase-locked loop (PLL) clock and an advanced high speed ADC system.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45014 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/45014-benefits-of-ultralow-noise-switching-regulator-in-noise-sensitive-rf-applications edit_AnalogDevices_WP_A1010550_benefits_of_ultralow_noise_switching_regulator_in_noise_sensitive_rf_Cvr.jpg RF inductors are used in a wide variety of applications, which includes resonance tuning, impedance matching, filtering, and even damping of high-frequency transients in electronic switching operations. This White Paper explains the key characteristics of RF inductors, the different types and features, and their potential applications. RF inductors are used in a wide variety of applications, which includes resonance tuning, impedance matching, filtering, and even damping of high-frequency transients in electronic switching operations. This White Paper explains the key characteristics of RF inductors, the different types and features, and their potential applications.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44865 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44865-introduction-to-rf-inductors edit-WE_WP_IntroductionRFInductors_Cvr.jpg Download the complete signal generator guide to learn how to configure and emulate RF signals using modulation, custom software, and additional options and capabilities. This includes sections on: Power Output, Phase Noise, power profiles,Power Meter Control, Signal Compensation using S2P files, analog and digital modulation, vector modulation, and more. Download the complete signal generator guide to learn how to configure and emulate RF signals using modulation, custom software, and additional options and capabilities. This includes sections on: Power Output, Phase Noise, power profiles,Power Meter Control, Signal Compensation using S2P files, analog and digital modulation, vector modulation, and more.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44864 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44864-signal-generator-guide edit_Siglent_WP_RF_Signal_Generation_Primer_Cvr.jpg This paper addresses the challenges of nearfield antenna pattern measurement in systems utilizing digital antennas and streaming receivers. Key issues such as phase coherence, synchronization, and standardized interfaces are explored. Solutions including reference signal sampling, real-time triggering, and integration of the VITA 49.2 protocol are proposed to enable accurate, efficient, and scalable measurement of digitized RF signals. This paper addresses the challenges of nearfield antenna pattern measurement in systems utilizing digital antennas and streaming receivers. Key issues such as phase coherence, synchronization, and standardized interfaces are explored. Solutions including reference signal sampling, real-time triggering, and integration of the VITA 49.2 protocol are proposed to enable accurate, efficient, and scalable measurement of digitized RF signals.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44861 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44861-near-field-antenna-pattern-measurements-with-a-streaming-digital-receiver edit-NSIMITechnologies_WP_NFAntennaPatternMeasurementwithaStreamingDigitalReceiver_Cvr.jpg Of the many types of RF waveforms in use today, pulsed waveforms remain among the most popular. Specifically, when speaking of pulsed waveforms, we are referring to the profile in the time domain. Benefits of pulsed waveforms include the ability to time division multiplex many users (channels) into specific time slots. Of the many types of RF waveforms in use today, pulsed waveforms remain among the most popular. Specifically, when speaking of pulsed waveforms, we are referring to the profile in the time domain. Benefits of pulsed waveforms include the ability to time division multiplex many users (channels) into specific time slots.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43673 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43673-characteristics-and-measurement-of-pulsed-rf-waveforms edit_MiniCircuits_WP_Whitepaper_PDF_Cvr.jpg This white paper discusses the challenges of choosing the applicable RF test system for mesh network testing. Depending on whether you are testing military radios, civilian radio networks or IOT systems, there are many different testing configuration options for selection. Picking the right size and configuration for your RF test system is critical. This white paper discusses the challenges of choosing the applicable RF test system for mesh network testing. Depending on whether you are testing military radios, civilian radio networks or IOT systems, there are many different testing configuration options for selection. Picking the right size and configuration for your RF test system is critical.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44744 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44744-mesh-network-testing edit_JFWIndustries_WP_HowToRightSizeYourWirelessTesting_Cvr.jpg Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing ensures that electronic devices operate as intended within their electromagnetic environment without causing or experiencing interference. A critical component of EMC testing is the amplifier, which plays an essential role in generating the required test signals. The selection of an appropriate amplifier is fundamental to achieving accurate, efficient, and repeatable EMC testing results. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing ensures that electronic devices operate as intended within their electromagnetic environment without causing or experiencing interference. A critical component of EMC testing is the amplifier, which plays an essential role in generating the required test signals. The selection of an appropriate amplifier is fundamental to achieving accurate, efficient, and repeatable EMC testing results.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44743 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44743-emc-testing-and-amplifier-selection edit_Maury_WP_EMCTestingAndAmplifieSelection_Cvr.jpg This study presents a zero-IF NUS demonstrator using Teledyne’s EV10AS940 ADC to evaluate compressive sampling and data reduction in crowded RF environments. It targets >30 GHz bandwidth, sampling up to 12.8 Gsps, and demonstrates successful DVB-S2 signal detection with reduced system complexity and power consumption. This study presents a zero-IF NUS demonstrator using Teledyne’s EV10AS940 ADC to evaluate compressive sampling and data reduction in crowded RF environments. It targets >30 GHz bandwidth, sampling up to 12.8 Gsps, and demonstrates successful DVB-S2 signal detection with reduced system complexity and power consumption.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44742 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44742-non-uniform-sampling-for-high-bandwidth-adcs-reducing-data-throughput-without-sacrificing-fidelity edit_Teledyne_WP_NonUniformSamplingforHighBandwidthADCs_Cvr.jpg RF inductor selection involves these key parameters: mounting (surface mount or through-hole), inductance value, current rating, DC resistance (DCR), self-resonant frequency (SRF), Q factor, and temperature rating. While small size is typically desired, the laws of physics limit how small an inductor can be for a given application. RF inductor selection involves these key parameters: mounting (surface mount or through-hole), inductance value, current rating, DC resistance (DCR), self-resonant frequency (SRF), Q factor, and temperature rating. While small size is typically desired, the laws of physics limit how small an inductor can be for a given application.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/41326 Wed, 09 Jul 2025 11:11:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/41326-key-parameters-for-selecting-rf-inductors edit_Coilcraft_WP_rf_inductors_2024_Cvr.jpg The rapid evolution of technologies such as 5G wireless communications, electric vehicles (EVs), and high-frequency radar systems is introducing new complexities to Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing. These advanced applications demand broader frequency coverage, higher power levels, and enhanced testing accuracy to ensure electronic devices operate reliably within increasingly congested electromagnetic environments. The rapid evolution of technologies such as 5G wireless communications, electric vehicles (EVs), and high-frequency radar systems is introducing new complexities to Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing. These advanced applications demand broader frequency coverage, higher power levels, and enhanced testing accuracy to ensure electronic devices operate reliably within increasingly congested electromagnetic environments.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44277 Fri, 13 Jun 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/44277-next-gen-emc-testing-selecting-amplifiers-for-5g-evs-and-beyond edit_MauryMicxrowave_WP_EMCAppNote_20250606_Cvr.jpg Military aircraft, warships, armored vehicles, and other platforms contain numerous transmitting and receiving antennas. These serve a variety of electronic systems such as communication systems (including SATCOM), radar, positioning systems, and more. Even when operating on different frequencies, these antennas may interfere with each other due to their proximity. Military aircraft, warships, armored vehicles, and other platforms contain numerous transmitting and receiving antennas. These serve a variety of electronic systems such as communication systems (including SATCOM), radar, positioning systems, and more. Even when operating on different frequencies, these antennas may interfere with each other due to their proximity.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43943 Thu, 15 May 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43943-large-platform-co-site-interference-mitigation edit_Altair_WP_LargePlatformCoSiteInterferenceMitigation_Letter_Web_Cvr.jpg This article focuses on the challenges of driving multioctave RF sampling ADCs. It covers the issues related to second-order and third-order intermodulation, the trade-offs of single-ended and differential drive, and the features and performance of RF driver amps that make them ideal choices for use as ADC drivers. This article focuses on the challenges of driving multioctave RF sampling ADCs. It covers the issues related to second-order and third-order intermodulation, the trade-offs of single-ended and differential drive, and the features and performance of RF driver amps that make them ideal choices for use as ADC drivers.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43942 Thu, 15 May 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43942-how-to-maintain-maximum-dynamic-range-in-wideband-high-ip2-receivers edit_Analog_Devices_WP_How to Maintain Maximum_Dynamic_Range.jpg Explore the fundamentals of radar and electronic warfare signal generation. This concise primer covers waveform design, agility, and simulation essentials—ideal for engineers and system integrators optimizing next-gen EW testing. Download now to advance your understanding and stay ahead in the evolving electronic battlespace. Explore the fundamentals of radar and electronic warfare signal generation. This concise primer covers waveform design, agility, and simulation essentials—ideal for engineers and system integrators optimizing next-gen EW testing. Download now to advance your understanding and stay ahead in the evolving electronic battlespace.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43941 Thu, 15 May 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43941-radar-and-ew-primer edit_TaborElectronics_WP_radar-electronic-warfare primer_guide_Cvr.jpg It's often necessary to measure a Device Under Test (DUT) that's mounted on a fixture attached to a printed circuit board. Copper Mountain Technologies’ Automatic Fixture Removal software (AFR) provides a way to accurately characterize these fixtures. This article explores Port Extension and De-Embedding methods to ensure accurate measurement results. It's often necessary to measure a Device Under Test (DUT) that's mounted on a fixture attached to a printed circuit board. Copper Mountain Technologies’ Automatic Fixture Removal software (AFR) provides a way to accurately characterize these fixtures. This article explores Port Extension and De-Embedding methods to ensure accurate measurement results.

]]> http://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43672 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400 https://www.microwavejournal.com/articles/43672-eliminating-fixture-effects-from-embedded-measurements edit_CopperMountain_WP_EliminatingFixtureEffectsfromEmbeddedMeasurements_Cvr.jpg