By incorporating AI-native design principles, wireless engineers can develop systems and networks that meet today’s needs and are equipped to evolve with tomorrow’s wireless requirements and advancements. Next-generation wireless systems, such as base stations, cellular phones, and Wi-Fi modems, push complexity limits with ever-increasing capacity demands, greater coverage expectations, and a massive user surge. Enter…
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A survey of cellular connectivity modules for IoT applications: part 1
Cellular IoT connects physical devices, such as sensors, trackers, etc., to the Internet using existing cellular networks used for mobile phones. The global cellular IoT market was valued at $6.2 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to $22.95 billion by 2030. Therefore, several companies are developing cellular connectivity modules to tap into this…
Wi-Fi HaLow router connects IoT devices to networks
Morse Micro announced the launch of the HaLowLink 1, its first reference-designed Wi-Fi HaLow Access Point, expanding the company’s suite of IoT evaluation tools. Designed to unlock the full potential of Wi-Fi HaLow, the HaLowLink 1 serves as a best-in-class reference design and evaluation platform that promises to demonstrate Wi-Fi HaLow’s extended range, high throughput and…
Test Wi-Fi 6E and Ethernet with this handheld unit
Fluke Networks introduced the LinkIQ Duo Cable+WiFi+Network Tester, a handheld instrument that combines cabling qualification with Wi-Fi 6E network testing, eliminating the need for technicians to use multiple tools. The introduction of the LinkIQ Duo advanced Wi-Fi testing capabilities meets the challenges and requirements technicians face with the rapid adoption of Wi-Fi 6E. LinkIQ Duo…
6G talk is getting old
The next G isn’t off the ground yet, but the 6G talk has gone through several phases with more to come. 6G is getting old? Having attended several 6G conferences starting in 2021, I’ve heard much talk about what 6G should be. 5G is part of the equation, and part of the problem. People often…
Controller delivers 10 GBit/s to 10 MBit/s connectivity on Cat 6A cables
EKF Elektronik GmbH introduces the SN4-DJEMBE, a powerful CompactPCI Serial network controller designed to provide ultra-fast networking capabilities. With advanced interfaces and cutting-edge networking technologies according to 10BASE-T, the SN4-DJEMBE is built for applications that require reliable, high-speed data transfer in industrial and communication environments. The SN4-DJEMBE is designed as a 3U CompactPCI Serial peripheral […]
Co-packaged optics: higher data rates increase reliability risks
EE World discussed with GlobalFoundries’ Anthony Yu trends and tradeoffs in co-packaged optics and silicon photonics resulting from the rising data demand that AI thrusts upon us. It’s coming down to speed versus reliability, at least for now.
AI, silicon photonics push networks and test
EE World spoke with Sarah Boen, Director of Technology and ASIC Strategy at Tektronix, who spoke at a panel session on how AI and silicon photonics are changing networks and the challenges facing test engineers and reliability engineers. In OFC 2024: It’s AI or die, EE World reported on how the data generated by AI…
10 Gb optical transceiver reaches 120 km
Integra Optics has announced the launch of its 10G SFP+ transceiver with a reach of 120 kilometers. It is designed to deliver exceptional performance and reliability for Metro Ethernet transport and access networks, without the need for amplification. The new 10G SFP+ 120 km transceiver is engineered to provide seamless connectivity over long distances, supporting data rates…
How can I quantify a device’s nonlinearity? part 1
You can specify nonlinearity in parts per million or, especially for RF components, in terms of the 1-dB compression point or third-order intercept point.
