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Designing to Protect 5G Macro Base Stations for High Reliability

Designing to Protect 5G Macro Base Stations for High Reliability

In this article, learn about protecting three major base station systems, the baseband unit, the power supply, and the backup battery system.


What the Expansion of OpenRAN Means for Telecom Hardware

What the Expansion of OpenRAN Means for Telecom Hardware

As we learned at this year's Mobile World Congress, OpenRAN is making headway. How exactly will this standard impact hardware development in the telecom space?


News Mar 09, 2022 by vishvachi
Qualcomm Launches Digital Chassis Tech to Drive Vehicle Connectivity

Qualcomm Launches Digital Chassis Tech to Drive Vehicle Connectivity

Connectivity technology is no longer confined to houses and businesses. Now, Qualcomm has released a suite of new chips, SDKs, and services to enhance vehicle precision and communication.


News Mar 02, 2022 by Jake Hertz
CEVA’s PentaG2 IP Aims to Streamline 5G NR Modem Design

CEVA’s PentaG2 IP Aims to Streamline 5G NR Modem Design

As 5G new radio (NR) technology becomes more complex and challenging, CEVA's second-gen 5G platform architecture hopes to shorten the time to market and ease design hangups.


News Feb 25, 2022 by Jake Hertz
From 5G Chipsets to Hardware Verification Platforms: SoC Design Ramps Up

From 5G Chipsets to Hardware Verification Platforms: SoC Design Ramps Up

As companies shoot to deliver higher performance devices, the system-on-a-chip (SoC) hopes to deliver. From new chipsets to SoC verification platforms, the industry aims to keep pushing SoCs to new heights.


News Feb 03, 2022 by Abdulwaliy Oyekunle
How Did the 5G C-Band Threaten to Ground Thousands of Flights?

How Did the 5G C-Band Threaten to Ground Thousands of Flights?

AT&T and Verizon agreed to delay a mass 5G launch near airports. But major airlines are still concerned about how the 5G C-band may affect their aircraft altimeters.


News Jan 19, 2022 by Jake Hertz
Protecting 5G Macro Base Station Amplifiers and Antennas From Electrical Hazards

Protecting 5G Macro Base Station Amplifiers and Antennas From Electrical Hazards

This article dives into protecting tower-mounted amplifiers and advanced antenna systems of 5G macro base stations from electrical hazards.


A GaN Roundup: RF MMICs, Power ICs, and SOIC Drivers Keep the Ball Rolling

A GaN Roundup: RF MMICs, Power ICs, and SOIC Drivers Keep the Ball Rolling

The use of gallium nitride (GaN) picks up speed as this year draws to a close with new releases from Microchip, Navitas, and Teledyne e2v. Let's see how these new products are leveraging GaN technology.


News Dec 22, 2021 by Kristijan Nelkovski
From GPUs to DDR5 Modules: CES 2022 Kicks Off Innovation Awards With Honorees

From GPUs to DDR5 Modules: CES 2022 Kicks Off Innovation Awards With Honorees

With 2022's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) coming up soon, we’ll take a look at some notable technologies to be highlighted at next year's Innovation Awards.


News Dec 20, 2021 by Jake Hertz
Hardware-as-a-Service Takes on New Utility in an Era of Remote PCB Design

Hardware-as-a-Service Takes on New Utility in an Era of Remote PCB Design

As the world embraces remote and hybrid work, design for hardware finds itself at a crossroads.


News Dec 14, 2021 by Jake Hertz
5G Backhaul May Move Data From Base Stations to a Core Network

5G Backhaul May Move Data From Base Stations to a Core Network

The future of 5G NR means moving into mmWave frequencies. What opportunities and challenges await operators in designing backhaul network services?


News Dec 13, 2021 by Adrian Gibbons
With 3G’s Departure, We May See a Tidal Wave of Obsolete Hardware

With 3G’s Departure, We May See a Tidal Wave of Obsolete Hardware

The sunset of 3G is scheduled for the end of next year. What does this mean for the millions of devices that rely on this wireless technology?


News Dec 13, 2021 by Tyler Charboneau
An “Industry First” 5G NR Small Cell SoC Spurs Open RAN Technology Forward

An “Industry First” 5G NR Small Cell SoC Spurs Open RAN Technology Forward

Radio Access Networks (RAN) technology was limited and expensive; however, Open RAN (O-RAN) is hoping to create easier and more compatible 5G technology. Pushing 5G Open RAN forward is Picocom's 5G New Radio (NR) SoC.


News Dec 06, 2021 by Jake Hertz
The Next Gen of Memory: Micron and MediaTek Team Up to Validate LPDDR5X

The Next Gen of Memory: Micron and MediaTek Team Up to Validate LPDDR5X

Hoping to unlock AI and 5G smartphone innovations, Micron and MediaTek, leveraging 1α node technology, have validated the next generation of memory: the LPDDR5X.


News Nov 19, 2021 by Jake Hertz
High-Layer Count (HLC) PCB Technology for the 5G Era

High-Layer Count (HLC) PCB Technology for the 5G Era

One effective solution to the requirements of 5G technology is the use of HLC (High-layer Count) PCB boards that integrate key features such as skip vias, POVF manufacturing, advanced raw materials, and impedance control.


5G From Space: Verizon and Amazon Team Up to Build Antennas for LEO Satellites

5G From Space: Verizon and Amazon Team Up to Build Antennas for LEO Satellites

Amazon's Project Kuiper, a counterpart to SpaceX's Starlink, aims to bring connectivity to rural areas via a constellation of Ka-band satellites. Now, Verizon wants in on the action.


Qualcomm Targets Industry Shortcomings and 5G Adoption with New Processors

Qualcomm Targets Industry Shortcomings and 5G Adoption with New Processors

These new processors aim to bring 5G and performance to mid-tier smartphones.


News Oct 29, 2021 by Jake Hertz
Intro to 5G NR

Intro to 5G NR

Learn the basics of 5G NR (New Radio), including its frequency bands, applications, and what technologies make it possible.


Understanding 5G New Radio in Non-standalone Operation Applications

Understanding 5G New Radio in Non-standalone Operation Applications

The 5G New Radio platform is continuing to evolve. A clear understanding of 5G goals, technical terms, and technology will allow designers to imagine new use-cases for the nascent network.


News Oct 12, 2021 by Adrian Gibbons
Design and Development of 5G Devices: 5G Performance Ranges

Design and Development of 5G Devices: 5G Performance Ranges

How can engineers choose the correct performance range for their 5G application?