Webinar: Phased Array or Multi-Channel PCB Design

Antenna integration is a critical aspect of RF PCB design as it significantly impacts the performance and reliability of the final product. Antennas should operate with sufficient radiation intensity to ensure compliance with industry standards. Identify potential challenges in the layout phase and implement preventative measures and streamline the fabrication process.

In this webinar, you’ll learn how to overcome common issues associated with antenna integration.

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What you'll learn:

● Phased array or multi-channel design requires an optimized process to minimize the time for layout

● Using seed circuits can have many advantages in minimizing the design cycle duration

● Time for edits can also be minimized via an optimized process

● 5 challenges in integrating antennas on PCBs:

1. Antenna geometry deviations cause impedance mismatches

2. Unoptimized stack-up and incompatible material selection lead to signal loss

3. Rough copper surfaces weaken radiation pattern

4. Inconsistent material Dk hinders antenna efficiency

5. Space constraints limit radiation bandwidth

● Addressing thermal issues: heat sink and thermal via placement

● DFM rules for antennas on circuit boards

● Regulatory standards for RF PCBs: FCC part 15C, IEEE 802.11, and IPC-2141A

Date and time:

Wednesday June 26th, 2024

10:00 AM PT

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Meet the speakers

Steven Watt

Solutions Architect, Zuken USA, Inc.

Steven Watt is a Solutions Architect for Zuken USA, Inc. In this role he works with customers on implementation and training as well as with development for software direction. He has more than 35 years of experience in the Printed Circuit Board Design industry with an emphasis on IC Packaging technologies.? Over the course of his career, he has excelled in roles as a Core Competency applications engineer, Technical Marketing engineer, PCB/MCM/Packaging designer, CAD librarian and Mechanical designer.? Steve has a diverse work background including several EDA companies, Boeing, Motorola, and McDonnell Douglas.

Amit Bahl

Chief Revenue Officer, Sierra Circuits

Amit Bahl, widely recognized as the PCB Guy, currently serves as the Chief Revenue Officer at Sierra Circuits. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Engineering from UCLA in 1997, launching his career in Silicon Valley's tech industry. In 2009, he assumed the role of Director of Sales and Marketing at Sierra Circuits, with a dedicated focus on democratizing design for manufacturing best practices and guidelines for PCB designers and engineers.