Frequency
Innovative RFID tags shape the future of identification
Cable management is being revolutionised with the development of RFID. HellermannTyton has developed a range of nylon and stainless steel identification cable ties complete with an integrated RFID tag. The new tags enable users to easily fix cables and equipment that need to carry a serial number for tracking and identification purposes.
RFID systems for vehicles to be exhibited at RVE Exhibition
At the RVE Exhibition, the HARTING technology Group is featuring its wide range of connectivity solutions and new developments in RFID targeted at rail applications. Key products on show include the M12 range of robust circular connectors, the Han Modular range of heavy-duty connectors, inter-car jumper cables, har-port service interfaces for USB and Ethernet communications, and RFID systems for vehicle or lineside based monitoring and tracking s...
pHEMT dual RF amplifier targets CATV
A new pHEMT dual RF amplifier from Qorvo is in stock at distributor Richardson RFPD. The TAT7472A1F is a 75Ω RF amplifier designed for CATV use but capable of operation up to 1218 MHz, making it suitable for DOCSIS 3.1. It contains two separate amplifiers for push-pull applications and is fabricated using 6-inch GaAs pHEMT technology to optimise performance and cost.
Directional couplers come in surface mount package
A selection of broadband surface mount directional couplers from Innovative Power Products are now being shipped by distributor Richardson RFPD along with full design support services. The directional couplers offer low insertion loss, high directivity, low VSWR and high power capability in a small, surface mount package.
Euroquartz to exhibit low profile MEMS filters at EDS 2015
At the Embedded Design Show, 21st to 22nd October in Coventry, UK, Euroquartz will launch a range of low profile MEMS filter products alongside the company’s latest crystals and oscillators for use in embedded applications from stand F2.
Hybrid solid-state relays enable noiseless switching
Vishay Intertechnology has introduced the first three devices in its VOR family of hybrid solid-state relays designed to deliver high reliability and noiseless switching for telecomms, industrial, security and metering applications. Replacing traditional mechanical relays with lower reliability and lifetime, the 1 Form A VOR1142A6, VOR1142B6 and VOR1142M4 provide high input-to-output isolation, current limit protection and low...
Precision frequency product provides reliable performance
Microsemi has announced a high performance precise time and frequency product, the SyncSystem 4380A Master Timing Reference, for use in metrology, defence, comms, aerospace and other applications where performance and reliability are vital. The device is suited for applications requiring accurate synchronisation as well as repeatable timing performance which demand the highest levels of reliability.
RF chips advance long-range smart car key features
At the IAA international motor show today in Frankfurt, NXP Semiconductors has announced a family of high-performance transceivers and receivers for secure car access and vehicle management. The Mantra RF portfolio offers a long-range, two-way RF link that enables robust bi-directional communication between key fob and car over a distance of several hundred metres.
DSEI 2015: "Taking spectrum monitoring to the next level"
DSEI 2015 will provide the platform for CRFS to showcase the latest additions to its family of RFeye Nodes - intelligent networkable systems for deployed, size, weight and power, cost sensitive (SWaP-C) applications. RFeye Nodes have been specifically designed and packaged for flexible and scalable COTS deployments in remote distributed networks both indoors and outdoors, including hostile environmental conditions.
Receiver operates at several tens of gigabits per second
Fujitsu and Fujitsu Laboratories have announced the development of the world's first 300GHz band compact receiver capable of high-speed wireless communications at a rate of several tens of gigabits per second.