Fairview Microwave Blog
What Are RF Rotary Joints?
There are a few cases with RF interconnects that require the connection between stationary RF parts and parts that rotate about an axis. The most common example of this is aviation radar that rotates 360 degrees. There are also many circumstances where it may be advantageous from an operator's usability, installation, troubleshooting, or maintenance to have a RF interconnect that is able to...
Primer On Semi Rigid Coaxial Cable Assemblies
The most common types of coaxial cable assemblies most engineers encounter are made with flexible coaxial cables. These cables use a braided or stranded type of outer conductor and a highly flexible dielectric and outer jacket material. An outer jacket is necessary for flexible coaxial cables to prevent environmental ingress. Flexible coaxial cable assemblies are common, as many applications...