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Understanding the Noise Performance of AM Receivers with Envelope Detection

Understanding the Noise Performance of AM Receivers with Envelope Detection

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.


Analyzing the Noise Performance of Coherent SSB Demodulators

Analyzing the Noise Performance of Coherent SSB Demodulators

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.


U-blox Unwraps Pair of Wi-Fi 6 Modules for Cost-Sensitive Designs

U-blox Unwraps Pair of Wi-Fi 6 Modules for Cost-Sensitive Designs

U-blox has introduced the MAYA-W5 and NORA-W5 Wi-Fi 6 module families for industrial and IoT applications, designed and manufactured in Europe.


News Jul 07, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Understanding SNR in DSB‑SC Coherent Detection: A Graphical Approach

Understanding SNR in DSB‑SC Coherent Detection: A Graphical Approach

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.


Evaluating the Noise Performance of Coherent DSB‑SC Demodulators

Evaluating the Noise Performance of Coherent DSB‑SC Demodulators

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.


Thread Group and Broadband Forum Unite for End-to-End IoT Interoperability

Thread Group and Broadband Forum Unite for End-to-End IoT Interoperability

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.


News Jun 17, 2026 by Jeff Child
Broadcom Unveils Integrated Wi-Fi 8- and 50G PON Gateway-ICs for the AI Era

Broadcom Unveils Integrated Wi-Fi 8- and 50G PON Gateway-ICs for the AI Era

Broadcom’s high-integration Wi-Fi 8 & NPU-accelerated 50G PON gateway SoCs aim to build a cohesive, 50 Gbps broadband access ecosystem for the AI-infused home.


News May 27, 2026 by Jeff Child
Edge AI Development Is a Lifecycle Problem

Edge AI Development Is a Lifecycle Problem

Edge AI success is limited by memory and power. Fragmented tools cause failures. Learn how a cohesive, full-lifecycle approach unifying design and deployment is essential for scalable systems.


Understanding the Hogge Detector and the Triwave Solution

Understanding the Hogge Detector and the Triwave Solution

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.


Espressif Bundles Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and HMI Into RISC-V SoC

Espressif Bundles Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and HMI Into RISC-V SoC

The new ESP32-S31 combines high-performance dual-core processing with multi-protocol wireless support.


News Apr 20, 2026 by Jake Hertz
Mesh AI: Node-Level Intelligence with Non-Cellular 5G/6G Connectivity

Mesh AI: Node-Level Intelligence with Non-Cellular 5G/6G Connectivity

Learn how LM Semi's Mesh AI platform delivers autonomous, secure, node-level intelligence via non-cellular NR+ mesh networks, addressing AI scalability for billions of devices.


News Apr 17, 2026 by Gordon Feller
Nordic Rains IoT Products at Embedded World and MWC 2026

Nordic Rains IoT Products at Embedded World and MWC 2026

At the shows, Nordic debuted new cellular platforms, entry-level Bluetooth LE SoCs, and an edge-AI-enabled wireless chip.


News Mar 27, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
STMicro Launches UWB IC Family Aimed at Next-Gen Ranging and Sensing

STMicro Launches UWB IC Family Aimed at Next-Gen Ranging and Sensing

Announced at Embedded World, the new IEEE 802.15.4ab-compliant SoC extends wireless ranging to hundreds of meters.


News Mar 23, 2026 by Jake Hertz
Unlocking PCIe® Gen 5 Speed with Amphenol FCI CDFP Cable Assemblies | Tech Guide

Unlocking PCIe® Gen 5 Speed with Amphenol FCI CDFP Cable Assemblies | Tech Guide

Learn how to achieve PCIe Gen 5 speeds with Amphenol FCI CDFP cable assemblies. This Tech Guide covers signal integrity, EMI control, power efficiency, and integration tips for deploying high-speed copper interconnects in data centers and HPC systems. Watch now to get started!


MediaTek Expands Genio SoC Line to Target AI to IoT, Robotics, and More

MediaTek Expands Genio SoC Line to Target AI to IoT, Robotics, and More

Announced at Embedded World, the new Genio lineup spans value to flagship tiers, with on-device GenAI acceleration ranging from 6 TOPS to over 50 TOPS.


News Mar 16, 2026 by Luke James
Qualcomm Levels Up Mobile Processors, Wi-Fi 8 Portfolio, and RF Hardware

Qualcomm Levels Up Mobile Processors, Wi-Fi 8 Portfolio, and RF Hardware

Qualcomm’s AI-native Wi-Fi 8 platforms, R19-ready 5G modems, and custom Oryon CPUs set the company up for the next generation of mobile and networking infrastructure.


News Mar 12, 2026 by Jake Hertz
Synaptics Redefines Edge IoT with ‘First AI-Native Wi-Fi 7 Connectivity Solution for IoT’

Synaptics Redefines Edge IoT with ‘First AI-Native Wi-Fi 7 Connectivity Solution for IoT’

Announced today at Embedded World, Synaptics claims the SYN765x as the first industry's first AI Native Wi-Fi 7 solution developed specifically for the IoT. It provides Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and 802.15.4 connectivity and features a Cortex-M52 and Ethos-U55 NPU.


News Mar 10, 2026 by Jake Hertz
 Advancing RF Performance with TE Connectivity’s NanoRF Series Connectors | Tech Guide

Advancing RF Performance with TE Connectivity’s NanoRF Series Connectors | Tech Guide

In this Tech Guide, explore TE Connectivity’s NanoRF Series Connectors — delivering high-frequency RF performance with compact RF/optical integration, precise 50-ohm impedance, up to 85 GHz support, and floating alignment for durability. Watch now to get started!


Google Moonshot Company Taara Debuts ‘Radical’ Silicon Photonics Platform

Google Moonshot Company Taara Debuts ‘Radical’ Silicon Photonics Platform

Taara Photonics integrates 1,000+ light emitters in a finger-sized module, enabling electronic beam steering without mechanical parts.


News Mar 02, 2026 by Luke James
Mini-Circuits ZX60 Low Noise Amplifiers | New Product Brief

Mini-Circuits ZX60 Low Noise Amplifiers | New Product Brief

Mini-Circuits ZX60 Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs) are engineered to amplify weak RF signals with high gain and a low noise figure, ensuring exceptional signal integrity across a wide frequency range. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!