You thought mmWave was high frequency? Rohm's new devices bring Terahertz into the realm of practicality.
You thought mmWave was high frequency? Rohm's new devices bring Terahertz into the realm of practicality.
In an exclusive interview with the SiTime team, we discussed the benefits of MEMS-based timing solutions over their…
In an exclusive interview with the SiTime team, we discussed the benefits of MEMS-based timing solutions over their quartz-oscillator counterparts.
The new differential-ended oscillator is the company’s first specifically designed to optimize efficiency in AI data centers.
The new differential-ended oscillator is the company’s first specifically designed to optimize efficiency in AI data centers.
In this project article, we'll use a 555 timer IC to build an iconic musical instrument from the early days of synthesizers.
In this project article, we'll use a 555 timer IC to build an iconic musical instrument from the early days of synthesizers.
In this project article, we’ll create a programmable device that alerts users to changes in ambient light levels. Along…
In this project article, we’ll create a programmable device that alerts users to changes in ambient light levels. Along the way, we’ll learn about astable multivibrators and the Darlington pair.
In this article, we examine the oscillation behavior of an LED blinker circuit in QSPICE and learn how to control its…
In this article, we examine the oscillation behavior of an LED blinker circuit in QSPICE and learn how to control its ON-time and pulse repetition frequency.
The common-drain amplifier is a single-stage configuration that uses the gate as its input and the source as its output.…
The common-drain amplifier is a single-stage configuration that uses the gate as its input and the source as its output. Learn about its small-signal characteristics in this article.
The new oscillator chip delivers low power consumption and ±20 ppm frequency stability to small IoT devices in a 1.2 mm…
The new oscillator chip delivers low power consumption and ±20 ppm frequency stability to small IoT devices in a 1.2 mm x 1.1 mm QFN package
In this project, we mix the old and the new by integrating present-day BLE technology with a vintage Science Fair computer kit.
In this project, we mix the old and the new by integrating present-day BLE technology with a vintage Science Fair computer kit.
Learn how surface-mount adapter evaluation modules (EVMs) help ease the transition to analog ICs with advanced package types.
Learn how surface-mount adapter evaluation modules (EVMs) help ease the transition to analog ICs with advanced package types.
The new SiTime data center clock chip delivers 10x higher performance than quartz crystal-based devices in half the space.
The new SiTime data center clock chip delivers 10x higher performance than quartz crystal-based devices in half the space.
To avoid distortion and slow transitions in an operational amplifier's output signal, it's important to understand slew…
To avoid distortion and slow transitions in an operational amplifier's output signal, it's important to understand slew rate. In this article, we examine its causes and effects.
In this article, we conclude our discussion of VNAs by walking through the steps of a SOLT calibration and examining the…
In this article, we conclude our discussion of VNAs by walking through the steps of a SOLT calibration and examining the potential non-idealities of its reference standards.
Leveraging the higher quality of optical electronics, researchers have created a low-noise microwave oscillator using photonics.
Leveraging the higher quality of optical electronics, researchers have created a low-noise microwave oscillator using photonics.
KYOCERA AVX's OCXO Oscillators offer a versatile selection, featuring multiple package sizes suitable for various…
KYOCERA AVX's OCXO Oscillators offer a versatile selection, featuring multiple package sizes suitable for various mounting applications and characterized by minimal aging rates. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!
This article explains how to estimate the dynamic range a vector network analyzer (VNA) needs for a given measurement,…
This article explains how to estimate the dynamic range a vector network analyzer (VNA) needs for a given measurement, then discusses four techniques for boosting the dynamic range to the required level.
In this article, we investigate two metrics used to characterize the performance of RF test and measurement systems.
In this article, we investigate two metrics used to characterize the performance of RF test and measurement systems.
In this article, we explore how the signal source and receivers of a VNA enable its function.
In this article, we explore how the signal source and receivers of a VNA enable its function.
Directional couplers are valuable tools for testing RF systems. However, the finite directivity of these devices can…
Directional couplers are valuable tools for testing RF systems. However, the finite directivity of these devices can cause measurement uncertainty. Learn more in this article.
As part of a vector network analyzer (VNA), a directional coupler enables us to characterize a device’s performance by…
As part of a vector network analyzer (VNA), a directional coupler enables us to characterize a device’s performance by its S-parameters. Read this article to learn more about this important piece of equipment.