EDN

A brief introduction of RF test chambers and ranges

It is often necessary to provide some type of shielding in order to perform RF/wireless testing with an acceptable amount of external noise. It is also often necessary to perform testing where the ...
Semiconductor Engineering

Meeting The Challenges Of 5G RF Production Test Services

Implementation of the 5G radio frequency (RF) standard is increasing rapidly [1]. Over the past four to six quarters, there has been an increased focus on publications and products that have been ...
Electronic Design

How RF FDAs Enhance Test Systems with RF Sampling ADCs

How to use DC-coupling for RF sampling ADCs. How to improve system linearity. Higher data rates in wireless communication systems and the use of narrower pulses in radars to resolve close targets ...
EDN

Nonsignaling technique improves RF test

Many wireless devices now combine GSM, WCDMA, Bluetooth, WLAN, GPS, and FM technologies while also operating at the high data rates required for mobile Internet. And because customers demand that ...
Electronic Design

RF Measurement Basics for Non-RF Test Engineers

Wireless communications products that depend on RF principles are everywhere these days, and the growth rate is astonishing. From cell phones and wireless PDAs to Wi-Fi-enabled laptops, Bluetooth ...