New Architecture Elements For 5G RF Front-End Modules To Reduce Noise, Improve Efficiency, And Allow Multiple Radio Transmitters


A technical paper titled “Circuits for 5G RF front-end modules” was published by researchers at Skyworks Solutions Inc. Abstract: "Worldwide adoption of fourth-generation wireless (4G) long-term evolution (LTE) smartphones and the actual transition to fifth-generation wireless (5G) is the main driving engine for semiconductor industry. 5G is expected to reach high data rate speeds (1 Gbps... » read more

A Product Development Flow For 5G/LTE Envelope Tracking Power Amplifiers


Next-generation communication systems will rely on system architectures that will challenge component level design. This NI AWR software white paper examines the use of envelope tracking (ET), digital pre-distortion, and impedance matching via load pull to improve the efficiency and linearity performance of RF PAs targeting 4G and 5G applications. To read more, click here. » read more

Envelope Tracking Fundamentals And Test Solutions?


There was once a time when your cell phone could go for days without needing to be recharged. Today, despite the innovations in cell phone battery technology, new demands, such as more internal radios and larger and higher resolution screens, place a greater drain on battery life than ever before. As a result, engineers must consistently innovate to reduce the power consumption as new technolog... » read more