u-blox has announced JODY-W6, a concurrent dual-band Wi-Fi 6E module with Bluetooth 5.3, including LE Audio, in a compact size (13.8 x 19.8 x 2.5 mm). The new module targets automotive use cases in infotainment and navigation, advanced telematics, as well as OEM telematics. According to the TSR* (Techno Systems Research CO. LTD.) Wireless Connectivity…
Wireless module adds 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth for all-around connectivity
Quectel Wireless Solutions announces the new Quectel SG520B series of 5G Sub-6GHz, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth smart modules. The module series has been developed to meet growing needs for smart modules that can support not only connectivity but also a variety of functions, such as edge computing capability, graphics processing, multimedia, and operation of peripherals…
System test 5G antennas for autonomous vehicles using existing EMC chambers
RanLOS, TOYO Corporation, AeroGT Labs, and Anritsu announce the availability of the first 5G antenna over-the-air (OTA) measurement system engineered with RanLOS’ OTA test solution and Anritsu’s 5G Radio Communication Test Station MT8000A. The new system represents a significant step forward in enabling advancements in 5G connected vehicles. As autonomous driving gains momentum, and the demand…
Software tests all Ethernet layers
GL Communications Inc. addressed the press regarding their PC-based Ethernet/IP test tool, PacketCheck. This cost-effective real-time testing solution is designed for Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs). GL’s PacketCheck is a versatile, user-friendly PC-based Ethernet and IP software program designed for testing and verifying LANs and WANs. It can generate and analyze hundreds…
EDA software adds support for tower semiconductor SiGe
Keysight Technologies, Inc. expanded the simulation capabilities in its Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software suite to include electro-thermal simulation for the Tower Semiconductor SiGe Power Amplifier (PA) process. Together with process design kits (PDKs) for Tower radio frequency (RF) technologies for circuit and physical designs, the new electro-thermal simulation enables integrated circuit (IC) designers to…
Collaboration brings technical data and simulation models to RF engineers
Modelithics is collaborating with RFMW to expand the resources readily available to engineering designers and suppliers. The RFMW and Modelithics collaboration offers engineering designers rapid access to obtain device components and technical information. This technical information includes device datasheets as well as highly accurate simulation models for industry-leading suppliers of RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave electronic…
Up/down converter development board expats equipment to cover mmWave
TMYTEK announces the launch of their newest range of products, Development UD Board that are designed to elevate your experience and meet your diverse needs. The Development UD Board expands the frequency range of your testing instruments to an impressive 24-30 GHz, all at an affordable price. Key features include: Frequency: 23-30 GHz; Multi-band RF…
Open RAN apps cut network energy consumption
ONF announced that it has achieved its first milestone in the SMaRT-5G project with the successful demonstration of an intelligent cell on/off RAN energy savings application (rApp) that works hand-in-hand with a traffic steering application (xApp), ensuring quality of service while optimizing RAN energy consumption. These Integrated xApp and rApp applications, implemented entirely in open…
GNSS module adds positioning to IoT devices
u-blox has announced the u-blox NEO-F10N, its latest positioning module. This module is based on the well-known u-blox NEO form factor and is equipped with u-blox F10 dual-band GNSS technology. It supports L1/L5 GNSS bands from multiple constellations (including NavIC) to provide solid meter-level position accuracy in urban areas. Its firmware is upgradeable and highly configurable to…
Monitor network voice and data quality with a browser
GL Communications Inc. addressed the press regarding their Centralized Voice, Video, and Data Quality Testing Solution – WebViewer. With GL’s WebViewer, you can access real-time measurements of voice, video, and data quality testing from a convenient web-based dashboard. GL’s VQuad and vMobile offer automatic call control across multiple networks and support real-time transmission/capture of voice…