In this article, we examine the filtering requirements of Class E power amplifiers with less-than-ideal Q-factors.
In this article, we examine the filtering requirements of Class E power amplifiers with less-than-ideal Q-factors.
In this article, we analyze the operation of the Class E amplifier and examine the underlying assumptions of its design equations.
In this article, we analyze the operation of the Class E amplifier and examine the underlying assumptions of its design equations.
Designing a Class E RF amplifier? Learn how to choose the correct level of damping and calculate the optimum component…
Designing a Class E RF amplifier? Learn how to choose the correct level of damping and calculate the optimum component values for your circuit.
Class E RF amplifiers are designed to produce switch waveforms with a specific set of characteristics. In this article,…
Class E RF amplifiers are designed to produce switch waveforms with a specific set of characteristics. In this article, we discuss the advantages and limitations of these waveforms.
Learn how Class E amplifiers improve on the efficiency of Class D amplifiers at RF frequencies.
Learn how Class E amplifiers improve on the efficiency of Class D amplifiers at RF frequencies.
In this article, we’ll learn about the transformer-coupled current-switching Class D amplifier. Once we understand its…
In this article, we’ll learn about the transformer-coupled current-switching Class D amplifier. Once we understand its operation, we'll compare its performance with two voltage-switching Class D configurations.
In this article, we'll learn how the transformer-coupled voltage-switching Class D amplifier works and highlight some of…
In this article, we'll learn how the transformer-coupled voltage-switching Class D amplifier works and highlight some of its advantages.
In this article, we'll learn about two important non-idealities of Class D power amplifiers and how they affect performance.
In this article, we'll learn about two important non-idealities of Class D power amplifiers and how they affect performance.
With the help of SPICE simulations, this article explores the impact of diode reverse recovery on Class D amplifier performance.
With the help of SPICE simulations, this article explores the impact of diode reverse recovery on Class D amplifier performance.
Learn how anti-parallel diodes protect Class D amplifiers from the effects of reactive loads and inductive kickback.
Learn how anti-parallel diodes protect Class D amplifiers from the effects of reactive loads and inductive kickback.
The new transceivers aim to extend cable lengths while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
The new transceivers aim to extend cable lengths while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
In this article, we'll learn the basics of switching-mode RF amplifiers in general and Class D amplifiers in particular.
In this article, we'll learn the basics of switching-mode RF amplifiers in general and Class D amplifiers in particular.
In this article, we explore the drawbacks of Class C operation through a performance comparison with Class A and Class B…
In this article, we explore the drawbacks of Class C operation through a performance comparison with Class A and Class B amplifiers.
This article examines the operation of the Class C power amplifier and how it compares to its Class A and Class B counterparts.
This article examines the operation of the Class C power amplifier and how it compares to its Class A and Class B counterparts.
5G and IoT seem perfect together—large network capacity meets billions of connected devices. Thomas Keller of u-blox…
5G and IoT seem perfect together—large network capacity meets billions of connected devices. Thomas Keller of u-blox discusses competing technical and economic goals that make this a troubling marriage and identifies new developments that might provide a path forward.
A short recap of some of the most interesting technologies I was able to see while walking the show floor this year.
A short recap of some of the most interesting technologies I was able to see while walking the show floor this year.
David Su, co-founder and CEO of Atmosic, is aiming to change the world…again! Today, he is helping develop low-power RF…
David Su, co-founder and CEO of Atmosic, is aiming to change the world…again! Today, he is helping develop low-power RF ICs to reduce the battery waste created by the billions of wireless and IoT devices in use.
Daniel Cooley, CTO and SVP of Technology and Product Development, has spent nearly 20 years at Silicon Labs. He discusses…
Daniel Cooley, CTO and SVP of Technology and Product Development, has spent nearly 20 years at Silicon Labs. He discusses today’s cutting-edge wireless and IoT technologies and where he thinks they are heading over the next 50 years.
Announced today, SilverWings is the first all-in-one 5G 4x4 MIMO transceiver of its kind, designed for radios, satcom,…
Announced today, SilverWings is the first all-in-one 5G 4x4 MIMO transceiver of its kind, designed for radios, satcom, wireless equipment, instrumentation, and beyond.
In this news analysis piece, Nathatisi examines the details of the Bluetooth SIG’s Electronic Shelf Label (ESL)…
In this news analysis piece, Nathatisi examines the details of the Bluetooth SIG’s Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) standard and explores its significance.