From bits to RF beams
A comprehensive portfolio of conducted and OTA test and measurement solutions
5G, radar and satellite communications use beamforming to increase system-level efficiency. Advanced antenna systems (AAS) are the configuration of choice. Hybrid beamforming combines the flexibility of digital beamforming with the efficiency of analog beamforming. Increasing integration enables compact and cost-efficient AASs. For accurate, reliable and efficient beamforming, it is necessary to understand and compensate for the nonlinear behavior of RF components.
While discrete components such as phase shifters, switches and amplifiers need conductive testing, system-level tests and highly integrated frontends with antenna in package (AiP) require over-the-air (OTA) testing. Rohde & Schwarz provides a harmonized portfolio of conducted and OTA test solutions.
