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Understanding the Third-Order Intercept Point of a Cascaded System

Understanding the Third-Order Intercept Point of a Cascaded System

Using the third-order intercept point (IP3) metric, we examine how the nonlinearity of individual gain stages in a cascaded RF system affects the linearity performance of the cascade as a whole.


Photonics, Power, and Packaging at the 6G Research Frontier

Photonics, Power, and Packaging at the 6G Research Frontier

Researchers are tackling key 6G challenges—from ultra-fast photonic AI for real-time RF processing to novel GaN amplifier behavior and ultra-compact phased-array packaging.


News Jun 26, 2025 by Luke James
Taoglas PC60 and PC66 Cellular PCB Antennas | New Product Brief

Taoglas PC60 and PC66 Cellular PCB Antennas | New Product Brief

Taoglas PC60 and PC66 Cellular PCB Antennas provide compact, high-performance 5G, 4G, and LTE connectivity across a wide 617MHz to 6000MHz frequency range. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Understanding Dynamic Range and Spurious-Free Dynamic Range in RF Systems

Understanding Dynamic Range and Spurious-Free Dynamic Range in RF Systems

Learn to calculate the upper and lower limits of a circuit’s dynamic range and spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR).


Mini-Circuits PMA1-14LN+ Low Noise Amplifier | New Product Brief

Mini-Circuits PMA1-14LN+ Low Noise Amplifier | New Product Brief

Mini-Circuits PMA1-14LN+ Low Noise Amplifier is a compact, wideband pHEMT MMIC amplifier designed for high-performance RF applications from 50 MHz to 10 GHz. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Understanding the Differences Between Phase and Frequency Modulation

Understanding the Differences Between Phase and Frequency Modulation

Learn why phase modulation (PM) and frequency modulation (FM) can produce waveforms that are nearly identical or completely different from one another, depending on the nature of the message signal.


A Guide to Calculating IM3 and IP3 for Nonlinear RF Circuits

A Guide to Calculating IM3 and IP3 for Nonlinear RF Circuits

Learn to confidently determine intermodulation distortion products and the third-order intercept point of RF circuits by working through a selection of example problems.


Startup Intros ‘Most Advanced’ Multi-Gigahertz Timing and Clock Devices

Startup Intros ‘Most Advanced’ Multi-Gigahertz Timing and Clock Devices

Unveiled today, the new timing chips from Mixed-Signal Devices offer 2 GHz performance and use scalable CMOS to overcome the limits of analog alternatives.


News Jun 03, 2025 by Jeff Child
Amphenol Commercial OSFP Interconnect System | New Product Brief

Amphenol Commercial OSFP Interconnect System | New Product Brief

Amphenol Commercial OSFP Interconnect System is a high-performance solution for high-speed serial applications, supporting 112G PAM4 per channel for up to 800G aggregate bandwidth. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Phoenix Contact ArcZero Series DC Connectors | Digital Datasheet

Phoenix Contact ArcZero Series DC Connectors | Digital Datasheet

Phoenix Contact ArcZero Series DC Connectors offer arc-free, load-safe connectivity with tool-free locking for quick, low-maintenance operation. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Introduction to the Memory Effect in RF Power Amplifiers

Introduction to the Memory Effect in RF Power Amplifiers

The output of a power amplifier can be a function of both present and past input values. In this article, we explore how to characterize this important non-ideality.


How Phasors Help Us Understand Bandpass Signals

How Phasors Help Us Understand Bandpass Signals

Using phasors, we explore how real-valued bandpass signals are represented as complex baseband signals in the models used by RF communication systems.


The Impact of Non-Terrestrial Networks on Current and Future Global Connectivity

The Impact of Non-Terrestrial Networks on Current and Future Global Connectivity

This article looks at the current status and likely direction of non-terrestrial networks (NTNs), with a focus on practical considerations for early adopters of this new technology.


Taoglas Apex TG.66 5G/4G Wide-Band Monopole Antenna | New Product Brief

Taoglas Apex TG.66 5G/4G Wide-Band Monopole Antenna | New Product Brief

Taoglas Apex TG.66 5G/4G Wide-Band Monopole Antenna delivers high-performance connectivity across global 5G/4G frequencies (600MHz to 6GHz) in a compact, rotatable hinged design for flexible installation in tight spaces. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Using Analog Predistortion for RF Power Amplifier Linearization

Using Analog Predistortion for RF Power Amplifier Linearization

We explore the basic concepts of analog predistortion for linearizing RF amplifiers and review some common implementations.


Partnerships Abound to Assist Engineers Working With 5G and 6G

Partnerships Abound to Assist Engineers Working With 5G and 6G

These collaborations are shaping the future of wireless networks, from RF power consumption to AI-driven data compression.


News Mar 27, 2025 by Luke James
Mastering Overcurrent Protection with the Littelfuse NANO 871 Series | Tech Guide

Mastering Overcurrent Protection with the Littelfuse NANO 871 Series | Tech Guide

Learn how to tackle overcurrent protection in high-power systems with the Littelfuse NANO 871 Series fuses. This video covers fuse selection, integration, efficiency benefits, and reliability features to safeguard data centers, blade servers, routers, and more. Watch now to get started!


Introduction to the Feed-Forward Linearization of RF Power Amplifiers

Introduction to the Feed-Forward Linearization of RF Power Amplifiers

Learn about an important design technique for high-power RF transmitters: feed-forward linearization, which operates on the principle of distortion signal cancellation.


Morse Micro Aims Wi-Fi HaLow Chip at European, Middle Eastern Markets

Morse Micro Aims Wi-Fi HaLow Chip at European, Middle Eastern Markets

The new chip is the low-power variant of its MM8108 cousin, designed to support low-power, long-range connectivity in IoT deployments.


News Mar 13, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Designing an Inverse Class F Amplifier With Second-Harmonic Peaking

Designing an Inverse Class F Amplifier With Second-Harmonic Peaking

We explore the implementation and design equations of the second-harmonic peaking amplifier.