Add Realism to Your Test Signals with RF Channel Simulators

摘要

While this article used the example of an aircraft circling a ground communication site, the principles and concepts discussed apply similarly to transmitters and receivers that are in motion relative to each other. The understanding of how the environment will modify electrical signals, along with utilization of revolutionary test equipment like the channel simulator, ensure that the system that works on the bench, will also work in motion. In conclusion, while testing of communication systems is a long-standing, well-honed art, the advent of the channel simulator provides engineers with a unique and important test capability that further ensures functionality when it absolutely counts.