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Understanding RF Math

In the world of wireless design, an engineer must strike a delicate balance between coverage and performance. A high-speed wireless network doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the outcome of careful design and consideration where the art and science of Radio Frequency (RF) mathematics come into …

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Wi-Fi Communications Components

Many factors contribute to the successful transmission and reception of a wireless signal. This post will focus on the most common Wi-Fi communications components and each device’s role in transferring data in wireless systems. Wi-Fi Component Overview The image below illustrates the key components discussed …

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Radio Frequency Fundamentals

What is a Radio Frequency? Radio frequency (RF) is a form of electromagnetic energy typically used in wireless communications systems. RF signals are generated by a transmitting device as an alternating current (AC) which produces electromagnetic waves as it radiates away from the device’s antenna. …

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