Filter Types and Topologies In any wireless or RF system, unwanted interference is the enemy. These interfering frequencies can be generated by many sources. From self-generated harmonics under amplification or nonlinear mixing diode products to the numerous signals being broadcast in the increasingly congested open air, […]
There are many ways to communicate via wireless transmission. One of the most prevalent forms of such is satellite communication (SATCOM). While this technology operates in a meshed network that envelopes the globe, we often forget it even exists. Sure, the ordinary astronomer may find these […]
When you think of the United States Marine Corps, the first thing that comes to mind is the deep-rooted Naval traditions. A Naval Expeditionary Force is the base of how the Marine Corps was established and how they started to build such a polished reputation. Today’s […]
Need to increase your range by a factor of 3? Or a factor of 10? ADD MORE POWER! Wireless communication relies on a strong received signal for best performance, whether that performance is high data transmission speeds or clarity of analog voice communications. A weak signal […]
Mission: Extend Operational Capabilities Technology continues to be the catalyst of human evolution from the stick and stone to Unmanned Arial Vehicles (UAVs). Often taken for granted, that pocket watch collecting dust on the shelf has a story to tell. It took thousands of years before […]
It’s quite hard to believe that mankind has advanced from horse and buggy to landing on the moon in less than a century. Now, instead of walking for days on end to reach our destination… we fly! There was a time when this was considered impossible, […]
The Golden Years! One of the many positive outcomes associated with western life is the extension of our longevity (Figure 1). However, with this benefit, comes an unfortunate increase in disease and debilitating physical pain. This is a bittersweet relationship; we get to experience our loved […]
Our Digital World Information comes in many forms, from ancient hieroglyphs to seemingly endless streams of 1 and 0’s that form the foundation of our digital world. Prior to the digital age, information or data was stored in vast arrays of voluminous filing cabinets, binders, and […]
Miniature Marvels Ever wonder what’s under the hood of these advanced electronic devices that have proliferated our life in so many ways? Beneath the surface is a complex system of components arranged in configurations that resemble scaled versions of modern cities. The foundation for these miniature […]