Linearity and power efficiency in power amplifiers are critical to the signal quality and battery life of 5G designs. Traditional methods for characterization testing of power amplifiers (PA), however ...

A tough challenge for test engineers is explored in terms of test methods, pitfalls, and measurement errors. For the test engineer, RF and microwave power amplifier testing imposes unique challenges.

The Starke Sound Fiera4 is an exciting new four channel Class D amplifier. It provides plenty of power (130wpcx4) to juice your home theater in a light weight and energy efficient package. Read on.

The power amplifier (PA) – as either a discrete component or part of an integrated front end module (FEM) – is one of the most integral RF integrated circuits (RFICs) in the modern radio. In this ...

Complementing the existing frequency range of 0.8 GHz to 3.0 GHz in power classes up to 200 W, the BBA150 broadband amplifier from Rohde & Schwarz is now available with frequency coverage from 2.5 GHz ...

As part of a power electronics design project involving a 3.6-V dc-dc converter, it became necessary to test and accurately characterize the planar transformer shown in Fig. 1. Transformer operating ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. British Hi-Fi brand Audiolab is adding to its flagship 9000 ...

Understand the basic audio components of a Hi-Fi stereo system so you know what to look for when shopping for audiophile equipment. Amplifier. Amp. Preamp. Integrated amp. Phono stage. Tube amplifier.