ABSTRACT: This article presents a set of measured benchmarks for the noise and gain performance of six different millimeter-wave (mm-wave) gallium nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistor (HEMT) technologies fabricated…
ABSTRACT: A new wideband open-loop active harmonic load–pull measurement approach is presented. The proposed method is based on wideband data-acquisition and wideband signal-injection of the incident and device generated power…
ABSTRACT: This paper introduces a direct and accurate method for controlling and measuring the on-wafer device terminations at the base-band / envelope frequency, using an extension of a conventional network…
Real Time Power Sensors perform many steps in parallel, and at the full acquisition rate. As a result, it is not necessary to halt acquisition following a trigger event to…
Abstract: Boonton (a Wireless Telecom Group company) has introduced its new 55 Series line of wideband USB power sensors that brings ultra-fast pulse and modulation power measurement capabilities typically associated…
ABSTRACT: — A revealing case study is presented to explore the impact of excess noise ratio (ENR) and vector network analyzer (VNA) mechanical coaxial calibration on accurate on-wafer noise parameter…
ABSTRACT: Noise creates unwanted interference, which degrades communication signals and can even lead to signal loss. This doesn’t bode well for many electronic devices, such as sensitive receivers. Oftentimes, noise…
ABSTRACT: Due to its flexibility and improvements to spectrum utilization, time division duplex (TDD) is vital to the successful operation of 5G cellular communications networks. TDD implementation requires superior synchronization…
ABSTRACT: Secondary surveillance radar (SSR) has been around since World War II, based on the military’s “identification friend or foe” radar system. While the radar systems have evolved, many of…
ABSTRACT: This Holzworth authored article for Microwave Journal helps removes the mystery from additive phase noise measurements. The article can be downloaded here or can be viewed directly at Microwave Journal.…
ABSTRACT: The revised HA7000B series of phase noise analyzers from Holzworth is a featured product in the April 2013 issue of Microwave Journal. This article highlights some of the functions…
ABSTRACT: The latest wireless standard referred to as Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) introduces new technologies to mitigate the shortcomings of previous generations. Consequently, these technical improvements challenge the capabilities of Wi-Fi testing,…
ABSTRACT: Capturing RF power measurements of an entire Wi-Fi data stream over an extended period can uncover critical waveform anomalies that may have otherwise gone unnoticed in tighter measurement windows.…
ABSTRACT: RF power measurements are often taken of an entire Wi-Fi data stream to catch important waveform anomalies, such as power droop, signal dropout, and pulse drift. However, sometimes it…
ABSTRACT: Wireless devices with multiple input, multiple output (MIMO) architectures utilize multiple transmitters and receivers to transfer large amounts of data simultaneously, improving capacity for wireless connections and decreasing congestion…
ABSTRACT: Wi-Fi 6 (also known as 802.11ax) is the latest generation of the Wi-Fi standard, anticipated to provide greater network efficiency, increased battery life, and improved operation in dense or…
ABSTRACT: Oftentimes it is necessary to take measurements of a pulsed signal over an extended period of time. This is important, for instance, in the test and measurement of high-power…
ABSTRACT: Due to increased domestic air travel and threats to National security it is important that our Aviation RADAR systems function properly. The current airwaves are filled with many natural…
ABSTRACT: This article was written for Microwave Journal's February 2011 issue to provide supplemental information on how the incorporation of the cross correlation function into phase noise analysis achieves extremely…
ABSTRACT: New technologies developed for modern applications continually advance the design and performance standards of civilian and military radar systems. Excluding the impact of COVID-19 in 2020, passenger air travel…
ABSTRACT: High speed (rapid throughput) phase noise analyzers that were designed to meet the needs of manufacturers who are performing 100% production test. These fully integrated systems are extremely intuitive…
ABSTRACT: The May 2017 issue of Microwave Journal has awarded Holzworth with the Most Valuable Product for the HA7062C Real Time Phase Noise Analyzer. This article also includes actual measured…
ABSTRACT: A key attribute that sets Holzworth HA7000 Series Real Time Phase Noise Analyzers apart from the competition is the capability for measuring the absolute phase noise floor of each…
ABSTRACT: Now, noise generators aren’t just wildly producing noise. They can become controllable devices for generating AWGN with specific power levels and frequencies when combined with certain devices. Let’s take…
ABSTRACT: So, now that we’re all on board that noise can be used for the greater good in wireless design, that leads us to our next inquiry: how is noise generated?…
ABSTRACT: In previous sections, we learned how noise is generated and controlled, but now it’s time to go over the basics of how noise is packaged. Noise sources come in…
ABSTRACT: In today’s wireless world, RF signals are transmitted and received to effectively send data and facilitate wireless communications. Among all the parameters to consider in RF design, power measurements…
ABSTRACT: The October 2011 issue of Microwave Journal has awarded Holzworth with the Most Valuable Product for the HA7062A Phase Noise Analyzer. This product feature article highlights Holzworth's latest, fully…
ABSTRACT: Time-division duplex (TDD) schemes enable 5G wireless systems to deliver next-generation performance. This article explores the essential capabilities for test instrumentation to characterize the performance of high speed switches…
ABSTRACT: The RTP5000 Real-Time USB Peak Power Sensors with Real-Time Power Processing (RTPP) technology deliver 100,000 measurements per second, the widest video bandwidth (VBW) of 195 MHz, and fastest 3-ns…
ABSTRACT: Although DEW show promise in tactical campaigns, design and performance issues related to their high-power nature halt the developmental progress at the experimental stage, limiting the possibility of practical,…
ABSTRACT: The UFX 7000A - Ka is a precision noise generator that is well equipped for emulating noise in Ka-band satellite communication links and signal paths in digital microwave radios.…
ABSTRACT: In many applications, like wireless communication and radar, pulsed (or bursted) RF signals are utilized. Not only is the level of RF power important, but the shape (RF power…
ABSTRACT: Boonton’s 4540 Series RF Power / Voltage meters provides highly detailed waveform traces for accurate measurements, efficient alignment and detailed analysis of linear and pulsed RF components and circuitry.…
ABSTRACT: This article will explore the basic concept of securing data with noise, as well as provide insight into the possible design of these encryption systems by reviewing relevant noise…
ABSTRACT: RF power measurements are a staple of wireless technological development, proving essential in fundamental design aspects such as performance, regulatory standard fulfillment, and safety specification compliance. In modern communications…
ABSTRACT: A Microwave Journal online brief in March 2016 gives credence to Holzworth's HSX Series, Multi-Channel RF Synthesizer product line. Holzworth is the market leader in providing the highest independently…
ABSTRACT: Wi-Fi 6 chipsets and devices harness the latest wireless standard with improved capabilities and performance. Enabling metrics such as faster data throughput and greater network efficiency may be favorable…
For decades, RF power measurements were made with benchtop power meters, which historically utilized analog sensors connected via an analog cable. Featuring knobs, buttons, and a digital display, these durable…
By Bob Muro Wireless Telecom Group
ABSTRACT: Radar systems are used for military and civilian aviation, weather system tracking and automobile traffic control to name a few. All of these…
ABSTRACT: Microwave Journal reports on Holzworth's unique multi-channel synthesizer architecture in August's Military Microwave Supplement. This product feature outlines the advantages of Holzworth's proprietary architecture which allows for the highest…
ABSTRACT: Power measurements are fundamental when it comes to RF/microwave product design and production, however, communication between the customer and test equipment provider is equally as important. The terms “average…
ABSTRACT: Among all the parameters to consider in RF design, power measurements remain one of the most important metrics for designers and operators, especially considering today’s complex modulation schemes, pulsed…