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We explore how adding a small amount of voltage ripple to a Class F amplifier increases its efficiency, then work through…

We explore how adding a small amount of voltage ripple to a Class F amplifier increases its efficiency, then work through a design example.

Learn how the balanced modulator addresses shortcomings of the square-law modulator when generating DSB-SC and…

Learn how the balanced modulator addresses shortcomings of the square-law modulator when generating DSB-SC and conventional AM signals.

In this article, we derive the design equations for the third-harmonic peaking Class F amplifier with the flattest…

In this article, we derive the design equations for the third-harmonic peaking Class F amplifier with the flattest possible collector voltage waveforms.

As 2024 comes to an end, we look back on the year's most popular technical articles, industry articles, and projects.

As 2024 comes to an end, we look back on the year's most popular technical articles, industry articles, and projects.

In this article, we explore the foundational concepts of square-law modulators and examine some circuit implementations.

In this article, we explore the foundational concepts of square-law modulators and examine some circuit implementations.

This article explores the basic principles of Class F operation and introduces the third-harmonic-peaking Class F amplifier.

This article explores the basic principles of Class F operation and introduces the third-harmonic-peaking Class F amplifier.

Learn about conventional AM, an amplitude modulation technique commonly used in commercial radio broadcasting.

Learn about conventional AM, an amplitude modulation technique commonly used in commercial radio broadcasting.

In this article, we discuss a tuning method designed specifically for Class E RF amplifiers.

In this article, we discuss a tuning method designed specifically for Class E RF amplifiers.

Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of DSB-SC amplitude modulation.

Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of DSB-SC amplitude modulation.

In this article, we examine the effects of RF choke non-idealities on Class E amplifier performance and learn how to…

In this article, we examine the effects of RF choke non-idealities on Class E amplifier performance and learn how to choose the right choke inductance for your amplifier design.

In this article, we discuss the basics of RF modulation and how it affects the performance of communication systems.

In this article, we discuss the basics of RF modulation and how it affects the performance of communication systems.

Announced today, the new transceiver will allow manufacturers to streamline communication between sensors, actuators, and…

Announced today, the new transceiver will allow manufacturers to streamline communication between sensors, actuators, and controllers.

In this article, we examine how non-zero switch transition times impact the efficiency of a Class E power amplifier.

In this article, we examine how non-zero switch transition times impact the efficiency of a Class E power amplifier.

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.