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Types Variable/Programmable Attenuators For Receiver Sensitivity Testing
Receiver sensitivity testing is one of the most crucial tests for a prototype or production receiver. This type of test is often performed to either determine the extent of the capability of a new receiver design/communication technology, or as part of a certification test for a receiver designed to meet the requirements of a wireless standard. Without receiver sensitivity testing it would be...
Highlights of Measuring Dielectrics With RF Equipment Part 3
In the previous blogs in this series, the basics of dielectric measurement with RF equipment was discussed. This also included a highlight of two common methods of dielectric characterization using VNAs, transmission/reflection line method and Open-ended coaxial probe method. This section provides more insight into the free space method and resonant methods. Like other dielectric measurement...