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RF & Wireless Components RF Switches for the Internet of Things Products Low-Power Cellular IoT Technology will form a Key Part of IoT Infrastructure Skyworks is pleased to introduce two new RF switches ideal for the Internet of Things applications including the connected home. In addition to the connected home, the SKY13587- 378LF, which is a pHEMT GaAs SPDT switch, can be used for transmit and receive switching in industrial, lighting and smart energy applications, as well as 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN networks that operate at 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz. The SKY13588-460LF is a CMOS siliconon-insulator SP3T switch made for antenna selection in Wi-Fi applications in IoT systems. These advanced switches feature an operating temperature range up to 105 °C, making them ideal for applications that require extended temperature. They also boast high isolation and low insertion loss which is best for low-power transmit/receive applications. Their positive voltage control provides low current and optimal efficiency for battery-operated IoT applications and their broadband frequency ranges from 20 MHz to 6 GHz (SKY13587-378LF) to 0.1 to 6 GHz (SKY13588-460LF).These devices are available in compact MLPD/QFN packages (6- or 12-pin), saving precious application board space and design cost for OEMs. ■ Skyworks Solutions Inc. www.skyworksinc.com Broadband Gain Blocks RFMW Ltd. announced design and sales support for a broadband, gainblock amplifier from Akoustis. The AKA-1500GN operates from DC to 14 GHz with up to 16.5 dB of gain and 16.4 dBm P1dB. This broadband InGaP HBT MMIC amplifier is a lowcost, high-performance solution for general-purpose RF and microwave amplification needs. Available in a ceramic, micro-X package, the Akoustis AKA-1500GN draws 50 mA from a 4.2 V supply. ■ RFMW Ltd. info@rfmw.com www.rfmw.com Nordic Semiconductor announced the development of a low-power LTE technology for cellular Internet of Things (IoT). This development leverages Nordic Semiconductor’s more than ten years of leadership in ultra low-power (ULP) wireless and its recruitment of a highly-talented and experienced group of cellular R&D engineers in Finland (formerly employed by the Finnish arms of Nokia, Ericsson, Motorola, and Broadcom). Low-power cellular IoT is positioning itself to be widely adopted in numerous markets and applications including, for example, smart utility metering, asset and people (e.g. child) tracking, fleet management, buildings security and safety, remote maintenance, smart vending machines, retail, healthcare and medical monitoring, real-time traffic monitoring, wearables, indoor and outdoor GPS navigation, smart home technology, automotive (e.g. customized insurance based on actual driving data), and industrial and agricultural automation. Nordic Semiconductor’s roadmap for low power cellular IoT includes highly integrated chipsets and advanced software for the forthcoming 3GPP Release 13 LTE-M and NB-IoT cellular technologies. Highly optimized for power and size, the upcoming Nordic Semiconductor nRF91 Series is designed specifically to address the needs of emerging low power cellular IoT applications, including long battery life, low cost deployment and maintenance, scalability for potentially billions of devices, a miniaturized form-factor that can fit almost anywhere, and ubiquitous network coverage. Nordic expects to sample the first nRF91 Series solutions to selected lead customers second half of 2017, with broad availability and production ramp following in 2018. LTE-M and NB-IoT are specified by the 3GPP to provide low power, secure, reliable, future-proofed, open standard and interoperable cellular connectivity for cost, size, and power-constrained IoT applications. The two technologies are set to drive breadth and growth for the emerging cellular IoT market projected to surpass 1.5 billion connections by 2021. Nordic expects broad coverage for the technologies in the 2018-2019 timeframe, with initial coverage starting in 2017. Complementing Nordic’s industry-leading product range and roadmap for short-range ULP wireless semiconductor technology, the expanded product roadmap for long-range, low power wireless is part of the company‘s strategy to target new high growth markets with its proven wireless connectivity and embedded processing technology, and extensive R&D expertise. ■ Nordic Semiconductor ASA www.nordicsemi.com 72 hf-praxis 10/2016

RF & Wireless Products 10 Watt Low-PIM 4.3/10.0 Terminations Dual Directional Coupler Millimeter-Wave Couplers MECA’s Low-PIM Terminations are now available in 4.3/10.0 connectors. Operating from 380 MHz to 2.700 GHz (-170 typ./-165 dBc 2 x 5 watt tones in CELL & PCS bands). Featuring industry leading thermally stabilized low PIM distortion performance (low thermal noise); in addition to having an overall low PIM performance all while handling full rated power to 85 °C. Also available in 10, 30, 50, 100 & 250 watt models. ■ MECA Electronics Inc. www.e-meca.com News CST Announces Acquisition of IdemWorks Computer Simulation Technology AG (CST) announced the acquisition of Idem- Works s.r.l. (IdemWorks), an industry leading provider of modeling tools and services. Engineers working in a wide range of applications, including Signal/ Power Integrity and EMC verification in Digital, RF and Mixed/Signal design can look forward to enjoying greater synergies between IdEM and CST Studio Suite. IdEM is a user friendly tool for the generation of SPICE-ready macromodels of electrical interconnect structures such as packages, connectors, via fields, discontinuities up to backplane links and complete power delivery networks. Starting from their input-output port responses, derived from measurement or simulation, IdEM provides accurate, proven, passive and causal broadband computational models that can be used in any circuit simulation environment for reliable transient and AC analyses. “The IdemWorks and CST teams will work closely to develop a roadmap of efficient enhancements and integrations that will leverage the best capabilities of MECA announced its latest addition to the extensive line of stripline couplers with the 785-dB-9.700, covering from 7 to 12.4 GHz. Available in 10 & 20 dB models with SMA female connectors, optimized for excellent performance with industry leading specifications offering typical SWR’s ranging from 1.30, isolation of 20 dB typical. Made in USA and 36-month warranty. ■ MECA Electronics Inc. www.e-meca.com the combined IdemWorks and CST products,” stated Michelangelo Bandinu, CEO of IdemWorks. “We are very excited about the creative possibilities that this acquisition brings and are confident that this will provide significant benefits to our customers.” The IdemWorks team has a strong application-oriented scientific background which is key to solving challenging modeling problems and bringing innovation to the market. Customers benefit from the speed, accuracy and stability of models generated by IdEM and the experience that has been gathered through many years of developing software tools and consultancy. Through this acquisition, CST will gain access to complementary, state of the art modeling technologies, based on best-inclass algorithms. IdemWorks will continue developing, supporting and selling their modelling tools, thus maintaining customer business continuity. ■ CST info@cst.com www.cst.com MECA announced a new family of 5G ready millimeter-wave couplers, isolators covering C to V bands. It´s ideal for Satcom, 5G and backhaul upgrade applications. Available in 10 & 20 dB models covering 6 to 40 GHz with 2.92 mm connectors. These products are made in the USA and are under a 36 month warranty. ■ MECA Electronics Inc. www.e-meca.com 7/16 DIN Weatherproof (IP66) Loads MECA introduced a family of 1, 2 & 5 watts, 7/16 DIN-Male and Female coaxial Weather proof (IP66) loads for indoor or outdoor deployments. Their rugged construction and excellent performance (SWR 1.15 typical) across all wireless bands from Hz to 3 GHz makes them ideal for base station and RF/Microwave lab applications. Made in USA & with 36 month warranty. ■ MECA Electronics Inc. www.e-meca.com hf-praxis 10/2016 73

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