Latest Modules Technical Articles

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.

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.

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.

In the final installment of our series on the development of the Anthilla Controller, we look at the legal requirements…

In the final installment of our series on the development of the Anthilla Controller, we look at the legal requirements for bringing the project to market in the European Union.

This four-part series walks through the development of the Anthilla Controller, an open-source Internet of Things (IoT)…

This four-part series walks through the development of the Anthilla Controller, an open-source Internet of Things (IoT) hardware platform. In Part 3, we cover the manufacturing, assembly, and product testing of the board.

In this four-part series, we walk through the development of the Anthilla Controller, an open-source Internet of Things…

In this four-part series, we walk through the development of the Anthilla Controller, an open-source Internet of Things (IoT) hardware platform. Part 2 explains the process and requirements of obtaining an open-source hardware certification.

Should your IoT design use a wireless module or a System-on-Chip (SoC)? This article presents a deep dive into the cost…

Should your IoT design use a wireless module or a System-on-Chip (SoC)? This article presents a deep dive into the cost implications of each option, assisting you in making an informed, cost-effective decision.

Designing antennas for compact IoT devices is a tricky task, but an increasingly important one. Learn more about this…

Designing antennas for compact IoT devices is a tricky task, but an increasingly important one. Learn more about this challenge and how to meet it.

To understand known vulnerabilities and attacks on Bluetooth LE devices, we review some studies from the past 4+ years.

To understand known vulnerabilities and attacks on Bluetooth LE devices, we review some studies from the past 4+ years.

Learn about Bluetooth LE's security features and tools, how to use them, and understand how they keep connections secure.

Learn about Bluetooth LE's security features and tools, how to use them, and understand how they keep connections secure.

Learn about impedance matching stub tuning using a Smith chart, as well as single and double stub tuning, impedance…

Learn about impedance matching stub tuning using a Smith chart, as well as single and double stub tuning, impedance contour, and the "forbidden region" of a Smith chart.

What is millimeter wave technology and how is it characterized compared to other lower-frequency technologies?

What is millimeter wave technology and how is it characterized compared to other lower-frequency technologies?

Learn how two methods of demodulation compare: synchronous demodulation and rectifier-type demodulation. Here we discuss…

Learn how two methods of demodulation compare: synchronous demodulation and rectifier-type demodulation. Here we discuss each method's advantages, drawbacks, and appropriate applications.

Using impulse radios as an example, we'll examine the advantages of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology compared to other…

Using impulse radios as an example, we'll examine the advantages of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology compared to other short-range wireless communication technologies.

Our series on quantization noise begins with a clarification of the framework the author used to determine the scope of…

Our series on quantization noise begins with a clarification of the framework the author used to determine the scope of his investigation into quantization noise.

This article launches a series exploring the question of how to model data converters for system simulations.

This article launches a series exploring the question of how to model data converters for system simulations.

How should I and Q combining be done? Through analog or digital means? This article will discuss the basics of the analog…

How should I and Q combining be done? Through analog or digital means? This article will discuss the basics of the analog and digital IQ approaches.