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In our 2012 Test & Measurement World reader survey, 24% of respondents identified RF/wireless test as one of the challenges facing them into 2013. With that in mind, we’ve collected some of our best wireless test content to help you meet that continuing challenge. And, we've included some pieces (like the ones on E-OTD and UWB) for some historical context.
Fundamentals of wireless test part 1: Range and roaming test
- 09.25.2012
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This series of four articles covers performance testing of wireless devices and systems, including Wi-Fi, LTE, medical, smart grid and other machine 2 machine (M2M) technologies. This part focuses on range and roaming tests. Read More...
Avoid a common S-parameter problem
- 04.25.2012
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How you assign ports can greatly affect measurement interpretation. Read More...
Introduction to IEEE 802.11ac manufacturing test requirements
- 04.24.2012
From a manufacturing test perspective, the evolution of WLAN standards is something that must be understood and planned for ahead of time. Read More...
Test MIMO Wi-Fi and LTE radios over the air
- 03.01.2012
OTA testing can simulate conditions such as reflections and fading in a controlled environment. Read More...
Use LTE channel emulation for mobile test
- 01.24.2012
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Emulating a radio channel's fading in the lab is essential for testing throughput in the multiple-antenna systems used in cellular LTE and IEEE 802.11ac devices. Read More...
Tips for testing MIMO, LTE, and 802.11ac devices
- 01.20.2012
You can learn more about MIMO testing from two articles available in the “Designlines” section of the EE Times Website. Read More...
WiFi takes flight
- 11.01.2010
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Innovative emulation and testing of an air-to-ground broadband communications link facilitated the deployment of Aircell's Gogo Inflight Internet service to more than 1000 commercial aircraft. Read More...
Fast-sequenced nonsignaling cellular test
- 10.01.2010
Focused, nonsignaling test equipment will pave the way for the adoption of new nonsignaling chipsets and ultimately provide faster test techniques. Read More...
The wireless spectrum isn’t full
- 10.01.2010
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Over the past three years, researchers at the Wirelss Innovation Lab at WPI have been measuring spectrum utilization looking for gaps. Read More...
