MxFEs Are Changing the Face of RF Front Ends
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MxFEs – Multi-Channel, Multi-Gigasample, Mixed-Signal Processors Are Changing the Face of RF Front Ends
For a couple/three decades now, RF engineers have been pulling the analog-to-digital boundary closer and closer to the antenna. Converter improvements in cost, speed, and resolution make direct sampling a reality for many RF systems today, from low cost consumer devices to wideband electronic warfare. We’ll introduce the MxFE concept through a live demo of a low-cost USB instrument, the ADALM 2000. This ADI developed teaching tool puts an oscilloscope, DMM, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, logic analyzer, and bipolar power supply in the palm of your hand.
In our newest MxFE devices, the AD908x family, we’re performing the next level of integration with on-chip digital frequency conversion, filtering, and other signal processing functions. This approach merges the most computationally intensive, highest bandwidth functions with the converters for lowest overall system power, cost, and complexity. This architecture enables new applications like multi-beam 5G and SATCOM antenna arrays.
What we offer: An outstanding event to show some bleeding edge technology with a fun demo to emphasize some of the basic concepts. A little something for everyone, from student to experienced professional. And free food!
Cost:
Students: $2
IEEE Members: $5
Non-IEEE members: $10
MxFEs Are Changing the Face of RF Front Ends