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- [What Is RF Testing? Here's What You Need to Know About Radio Frequency](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/what-is-rf-testing-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-radio-frequency/) - Our modern society deals with radio waves constantly. Seriously, if you think the highway can get congested, you should see what the airwaves would look like. This is why proper testing and setup of radio frequencies is vitally important. Radio frequency, or RF, is the rate at which the radio waves oscillate, or vibrate. It's
- [An Informative Guide to Antenna Module Design and How It Works](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/an-informative-guide-to-antenna-module-design-and-how-it-works/) - Your organization may have trouble with poor verbal or machine-to-machine remote communication. If so, the problem may lie in your antenna. A custom RF antenna may help resolve the issue. The design of your antenna module is important. It’s essential for creating optimal antenna performance. Accordingly, it’s a good idea to seek help from a
- [Dip Braze for Daze: What Metals Cannot Be Brazed?](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/dip-braze-for-daze-what-metals-cannot-be-brazed/) - Soldering, brazing, welding, oh my! If you want to bond two pieces of metal, you have a few options, and a dip braze is an excellent middle-of-the-road choice. It has a stronger bond than soldering, but it's not as complicated as welding. If you're interested in a dip braze, consider what it is and what
- [Dip It: 5 Things You Should Knew About the Dip Brazing Process](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/dip-it-5-things-you-should-knew-about-the-dip-brazing-process/) - Have you heard of the dip brazing process? You've probably seen dip-brazed objects before and didn't give them a second thought. Why would you? After all, dip-brazed objects run the gamut from receiving antennas to plumbing to jewelry. The brazing process is nothing more, nor less than using metal alloys to join the components of
- [5 Things You Need to Consider When Choosing a New RF Antenna](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/5-things-you-need-to-consider-when-choosing-a-new-rf-antenna/) - The defense industry continues to drive innovation and growth of RF electronics. An RF antenna is a lot more complex and unique than what it appears on the outside. Knowing how to integrate an antenna in today's electronics requires equal parts finesse and precise calculations. Knowing which antenna performs best per application requires lots of
- [Phased Array Antenna Basics: A Comprehensive Guide](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/phased-array-antenna-basics-a-comprehensive-guide/) - Saying that the sheer widespread use of antennas in our daily lives is underestimated would be the understatement of the century. With the global military antenna market reaching $3.15 billion dollars in 2018, the incentives for rapid technological advancements are off the charts. A big up and comer in the antenna field is the phased
- [What are Key Types of Microwave Antennas and What are They Used For?](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/what-are-key-types-of-microwave-antennas-and-what-are-they-used-for/) - A communication system is a system that transfers data between equipment and persons. A microwave antenna is defined as a device for physical transmission and is used for broadcasting microwave transmissions between two or more places. Microwave antennas are important elements for any microwave network. Most types of microwave antennas are designed specifically to meet
- [The Key Application of Antennas in the Military](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/the-key-application-of-antenna-in-the-military/) - Military antenna production and application is a global market. These special devices keep nations safe, save lives, and allow for nations to create bridges for communication.There are many antennas for military use in the world. These products form an amazing number of applications, from naval communication to the worlds largest space programs.You need to know
- [Here's How Microwave Communication is Different Than Other Kinds, and Why It's Better!](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/heres-how-microwave-communication-is-different-than-other-kinds/) - In 1955, the first home microwave ovens weighed 750lbs and cost more than $2,000 each—or in today's dollars, anywhere from $16,000-$25,000. That's more than what some people today put down on a new car! But did you know the technology in your microwave oven can do more than melt the cheese in a hot pocket?
- [The Beginner's Guide on How an Antenna Works](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/the-beginners-guide-on-how-an-antenna-works/) - The connectivity of our world is truly a wonder. Many of us take for granted the sophistication involved in sending messages across the world with striking quickness. Much of the technological world owes its current state to the existence of antennas. We're going to give you a beginners' guide to understanding antennas. hopefully, we can
- [The Different Types of Wireless Communication](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/the-different-types-of-wireless-communication/) - Did you know that there are almost 5000 satellites orbiting the earth right now? We have become used to instant communications and entertainment wherever we may live on the planet. However, it takes complex technology to maintain remote wireless communication and control of these satellites. In truth, wireless communication technology has an unseen impact on
- [Signal Received! Everything You Need to Know About Antennas and Satellite Communications](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-antennas-satellite-communications/) - On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched the first artificial space satellite, Sputnik. This marked the beginning of the space race. It also marked the beginning of satellite communications. Sputnik only orbited for three weeks before its battery died--but its one and only message had been delivered: this will be the future of communications.
- [Precision Machining 101: Precision Machinery and its Advantages](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/precision-machinery-and-its-advantages/) - The market size for CNC machines is expected to grow annually by 7% from 2019-2025 globally. We live in a world run by machines. We want machines that are efficient and get the job done right the first time. You may know computer numerical control (CNC) machinery by another name, precision machinery. Below we will
- [Can Anybody Hear Me? What Is RF Testing and Why It Matters](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/can-anybody-hear-me-what-is-rf-testing-and-why-it-matters/) - As the world of technology expands, human capability also increases exponentially. With the ability to communicate quickly and the ability to transmit information and images over huge distances, humans can do more than ever. The technology that allows us to do these things is complex and intricate, but almost always relies on one thing: RF.
- [Slotted Array Antennas: Your Guide to the Top Benefits](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/slotted-array-antennas-your-guide-to-the-top-benefits/) - Do you know about the top benefits of slot antennas? Wondering if a slotted array antenna is right for your project? While there are many types of antennas available, slotted array antennas often make a great choice for projects that need both simplicity and flexibility. Slot antennas typically have a flat plate metal surface that also has at least
- [7 Key Advantages and Reasons to Go Custom when Buying Antennas](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/7-key-advantages-and-reasons-to-go-custom-when-buying-antennas/) - If you're in need of an antenna for a commercial or military application, one important decision you'll need to make is whether you'll use an off-the-shelf antenna or go custom. While off-the-shelf antennas have their uses, a custom-designed antenna will often be the better choice. Custom antennas will offer a lot of advantages for a project. If you
- [A Brief Guide to Slotted Array Antennas](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/a-brief-guide-to-slotted-array-antennas/) - Did you know that the waveguide antenna technology has been applied to different spaceborne missions like Sentinel-1, ERS-1/2, Radarsat-1, and SIR-X? This technology is lauded for its high efficiency, high power handling, and simplicity. Slotted array antennas are popularly used in radar applications, in which case design standards require mechanical robustness and high gains. Because
- [What Are the Advantages of Dip Brazing?](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/choosing-our-dip-brazing-service/) - Are your complex assemblies too costly in both time and expense, leading to delays in production and unhappy customers? Dip brazing drastically shortens assembly time on projects where riveting or welding is not a realistic option. It is especially useful when assembling arranging complex or custom projects. Read on to learn about why dip brazing
- [Antenna Design for Space](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/antenna-design-for-space/) - Some modern-day antennas were created through evolution. This isn’t news for most of the world. That’s because antenna design keeps changing, becoming the key topic for any communications specialist. Are you ready to move into the final frontier of antenna and satellite design? If you are, it’s time you focused your attention toward the countless space
- [The Ultimate Buyer's Guide For Custom Antennas](https://www.rantecantennas.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-for-buying-custom-antennas/) - The IoT (Internet of Things) market is expanding rapidly. With that expansion, it is bringing an unprecedented demand for wireless connectivity. According to Forbes, the worldwide IoT marketplace is expected to grow from a $157B industry in 2016 to $457B by 2020. Manufacturers and consumers are only becoming hungrier for more wireless connectivity. Not only

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