Feature Articles

  1. How to Video: Understanding GaN Device Thermal Analysis 11/25/2019

    Gallium nitride (GaN) is still considered a relatively new semiconductor technology. Because of its superior properties, it is being used more and more in market areas previously dominated by legacy technologies. One area where GaN rises above the incumbent technologies is thermal management. In short, GaN “can take the heat” much better than other semiconductor technologies. This article and the video titled “Understanding GaN Thermal Analysis” provide practical tips about how to properly design using GaN with thermal considerations in mind.

  2. Why Gallium Nitride (GaN)? 11/20/2019

    Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology's ability to support high frequency, wide bandwidths, and high-power density make it invaluable in any market requiring high performance in a small form factor. This article compares GaN to other semiconductor technologies.

  3. The Week in 5G: 11/19/2019 — U.S. Lawmakers Aim to Boost 5G Security, Australian Radiation Safety Body Slams 5G Fearmongers 11/19/2019

    Plus, U.S. FCC announces mid-band spectrum auction plans, France delays its upcoming spectrum auction, Nokia inks a deal with the Japanese government, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G.

  4. The Week in 5G: 11/12/2019 — Apple AR Headset by 2022, T-Mobile to Launch 5G in U.S., Chinese Govt. Kicks Off 6G Research 11/12/2019

    Plus, Microsoft helps Singapore's 5G rollout, Brazil likely to welcome Huawei, a slew of activity from Ericsson, and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G. 

  5. Connectivity Q&A: Why Wi-Fi 6 Will Be Your Competitive Advantage 11/11/2019

    This article offers practical advice on designing applications for Wi-Fi 6 and unlocking the full potential of the new 802.11ax standard.

  6. Best Practices to Accelerate 5G Base Station Deployment: Your RF Front-End Massive MIMO Primer 11/8/2019

    Strategy Analytics predicts an explosive growth of emerging 5G networks. They forecasted the number of new base station sectors deployed to double between 2018 and 2024. This rapid 5G growth will result in equipment for nearly 9.4 million new and upgraded wireless base stations deployed by 2024. Many of these 5G base stations will incorporate massive MIMO antennas. These new 5G network architectures incorporating massive MIMO antennas are pushing always-on connectivity to the outer edges of the cellular network. This article covers everything to know about the fundamentals of the RF front-end in the massive MIMO base station.

  7. Wearable Dual-Band MIMO Antenna 11/8/2019

    In this example, various designs of a dual-band antenna constructed from textile fabrics for use in a wearable application are evaluated using XFdtd. When combined in a MIMO array, the antennas show good isolation and acceptable antenna performance.

  8. The Week in 5G: 11/5/2019 — China Switches On World’s Largest 5G Network, U.S. Military Bases Roll Out 5G Test Initiatives 11/5/2019

    Plus, Huawei continues success in face of U.S. ban, Qualcomm Ventures launches a $200 million "5G Ecosystem Fund," and more, all in this edition of the Week in 5G!

  9. Understanding RF Signal-Combining Technologies 10/30/2019

    This article explores options for combining or separating signals and is intended to help engineers determine which component -- or combination of components -- is most advantageous, given the application.

  10. The Week in 5G: 10/29/2019 — Forecasters Vs. 5G in Egypt, Volkswagen touts V2X Golf, ZTE and Huawei Bouncing Back 10/29/2019

    Plus, 5G makes its mark in in-flight connectivity and maritime shipping, T-Mobile continues on an upward trajectory, and more, all in this edition of The Week in 5G.