Envelope detection is simple, but that simplicity has a noise-performance cost. Here’s how much SNR conventional AM gives up compared to its coherent counterparts.
Envelope detection is simple, but that simplicity has a noise-performance cost. Here’s how much SNR conventional AM gives up compared to its coherent counterparts.
Using a graphical approach, we show that coherent SSB demodulation leaves the input and output SNR unchanged, then…
Using a graphical approach, we show that coherent SSB demodulation leaves the input and output SNR unchanged, then compare its noise performance to DSB-SC and baseband systems.
This project brief describes how to build and use a four-channel differential line receiver module for balanced RS-422…
This project brief describes how to build and use a four-channel differential line receiver module for balanced RS-422 and RS-485 data links.
Visualizing how correlated and uncorrelated signals combine offers an intuitive look at power transformation. See how…
Visualizing how correlated and uncorrelated signals combine offers an intuitive look at power transformation. See how this difference boosts baseband power to double the output SNR.
This project brief describes how to implement a four-channel differential line driver module for reliable long-distance…
This project brief describes how to implement a four-channel differential line driver module for reliable long-distance data transmission over balanced twisted-pair lines.
In this article, we'll learn how to calculate the noise power and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of a double-sideband…
In this article, we'll learn how to calculate the noise power and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of a double-sideband suppressed-carrier communication system.
By treating spinal cord injuries as a signal-integrity challenge, engineers are using deep learning and wireless…
By treating spinal cord injuries as a signal-integrity challenge, engineers are using deep learning and wireless technology to successfully reconnect the brain to paralyzed limbs.
Thread Group and Broadband Forum are partnering to unify IoT mesh with broadband infrastructure. Also, the new Thread…
Thread Group and Broadband Forum are partnering to unify IoT mesh with broadband infrastructure. Also, the new Thread Tools app launches to provide real-world network diagnostics for engineers.
The Hogge phase detector plays multiple roles in CDR circuits. In this article, we'll explore the Hogge detector's…
The Hogge phase detector plays multiple roles in CDR circuits. In this article, we'll explore the Hogge detector's behavior, highlight its main drawbacks, and introduce a different configuration that addresses them.
Learn how PLLs enable communication in which a clock signal is not transmitted with the data. We’ll look specifically…
Learn how PLLs enable communication in which a clock signal is not transmitted with the data. We’ll look specifically at return-to-zero (RZ) and non-return-to-zero (NRZ) data formats.
Making informed choices about network ecosystems, protocols, and hardware is critical when developing large-scale IoT…
Making informed choices about network ecosystems, protocols, and hardware is critical when developing large-scale IoT networks. Learn more in this article.
The ultra-low power TQFN I2C/SPI-to-UART bridge targets applications in smart cockpits, central controllers, ADAS, and more.
The ultra-low power TQFN I2C/SPI-to-UART bridge targets applications in smart cockpits, central controllers, ADAS, and more.
Three recent design wins exemplify how wireless and edge AI technologies are advancing real-world applications.
Three recent design wins exemplify how wireless and edge AI technologies are advancing real-world applications.
With its flexible, ultra-thin architecture, the chip can fit into curved or compressible surfaces, making it especially…
With its flexible, ultra-thin architecture, the chip can fit into curved or compressible surfaces, making it especially useful in healthcare and apparel.
We use a Raspberry Pi and free software to build a test platform for IoT systems.
We use a Raspberry Pi and free software to build a test platform for IoT systems.
Announced at Electronica, Nordic's new wireless SoCs include an Arm processor core and built-in support for a wide…
Announced at Electronica, Nordic's new wireless SoCs include an Arm processor core and built-in support for a wide variety of 2.4 GHz protocols.
Renesas has developed two new semiconductor solutions for the growing IO-Link market. The new IO-Link solutions include a…
Renesas has developed two new semiconductor solutions for the growing IO-Link market. The new IO-Link solutions include a four-channel master IC and a dual-channel sensor signal conditioner IC.
STMicroelectronics’ ST85MM programmable powerline communication supports modern field-proven meters and communication standards
STMicroelectronics’ ST85MM programmable powerline communication supports modern field-proven meters and communication standards
Wireless technologies are increasingly used to control lighting systems in the home, office, and factory. Learn how DALI,…
Wireless technologies are increasingly used to control lighting systems in the home, office, and factory. Learn how DALI, Matter, Thread, and Bluetooth Mesh are impacting the lighting industry.
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.