ETS-Lindgren Demonstrates 5G mmWave Antenna Measurement System at Industry Leading IEEE Symposium

CEDAR PARK, Texas August 8, 2019   ETS-Lindgren demonstrated its 5G millimeter (mmWave)  Antenna Measurement System at the recent 2019 IEEE International Symposium on Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), Signal and Power Integrity, held in New Orleans, LA over July 22-26.   With Professor Gabriel Rebeiz of the University of California at San Diego (UCSD) presenting the keynote address on "5G and the Rise of Directive Communications: The End of the Marconi Era is Near," 5G mmWave performance verification testing was a popular topic during the symposium week.  As an industry leader in antenna measurement solutions for the testing of wireless devices, ETS-Lindgren's wireless experts presented in the symposium technical program and provided a hand's on learning opportunity with a demonstration featuring the Model AMS-5700, a Compact 5G Antenna Measurement System, and a Gapwaves 5G mmWave antenna.

James Young, Director of Business Development with ETS-Lindgren, conducted a demonstration that showed an effective isotropic radiated power (EIRP) and power spectral density (PSD) measurement solution for a 5G mmWave radiating device, as required by FCC Part 30.  Mr. Young noted, "The lack of antenna ports now drives these formerly conducted tests to a radiated test environment.  Additional FCC Part 30, ETSI 400 coexistence tests, such as modulation accuracy, adjacent-band or out-of-band measurements, must also adapt to a radiated test procedure when applied to 5G devices, making this demonstration applicable to nearly any EMC lab that handles wireless intentional transmitters."  The demonstration highlighted the challenges associated with evaluating emissions and immunity compliance on 5G New Radio (NR) devices and gNodeB base stations that utilize beamforming antennas and mmWave communication. 

The Gapwaves 5G antenna shown in the demonstration is a 28 GHz active antenna that enables an extremely low loss, high efficiency and compact mmWave antenna. The all metal waveguide assembly makes it ideal for high power, high EIRP applications as the power devices are efficiently thermally coupled to the antenna acting as a heat sink.

Thomas Emanuelsson, Chief Technology Officer with Gapwaves, said, "We appreciate working with ETS-Lindgren and are impressed by their testing capabilities.  The Gapwaves 28 GHz active antenna leverages the patented Gapwaves waveguide technology demonstrating a state of the art 5G mmWave solution. ETS-Lindgren is unique in addressing 5G mmWave test and measurement solutions for this kind of application."  To view a short video of the AMS-5700 and Gapwaves antenna, click here.

Did you know ETS-Lindgren installed the world's first CTIA Authorized Test Lab  Our active contributions to the CTIA and other industry standards organizations has resulted in many "industry first" efforts that advance the technology for wireless device test and measurement.  Customers rely on ETS-Lindgren's ongoing standards involvement to ensure they are prepared to not only meet today's standards, but tomorrow's as well.   Our latest technical advancements include dozens of customized 5G NR test systems to meet specific user requirements. 

Click here for more information on ETS-Lindgren's wireless test solutions, including the industry leading AMS family of test chambers and EMQuest antenna measurement software.  View a test demo of our new AMS-5705 5G Compact Antenna Test Range for array diameters up to 30 cm. You'll find our solutions overview for 5G wireless testing here, including our new 5G upgrade package for existing OTA test systems, including those installed by ETS-Lindgren and other manufacturers.    Watch the Wireless Test Solutions Video for an overview of our capabilities and accreditations.  Let us assist you with your wireless test system requirements by contacting us online, or calling us at +1 (512) 531-6400.

About Gapwaves 

Gapwaves originates from research conducted at Chalmers University of Technology and was founded in 2011 in Gothenburg, Sweden. Gapwaves vision is to be the most innovative provider of mm-Wave antenna systems and the preferred partner to those pioneering next generation wireless technology. By leveraging the disruptive Gapwaves technology we help pioneers in telecom and automotive to create highly efficient mmWave antenna systems that contributes to re-defining everyday life.  Gapwaves primary markets are mmWave in 5G telecom and automotive. Gapwaves share (GAPW B) is traded at Nasdaq First North Stockholm.  Additional information about Gapwaves AB is available at www.gapwaves.com

About ETS-Lindgren

ETS-Lindgren is an international manufacturer of components and systems that measure, shield, and control electromagnetic and acoustic energy. The company's products are used for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), microwave and wireless testing, electromagnetic field (EMF) measurement, radio frequency (RF) personal safety monitoring, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and control of acoustic environments.

Headquartered in Cedar Park, Texas, ETS-Lindgren has manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of ESCO Technologies, a leading supplier of engineered products for growing industrial and commercial markets. ESCO is a New York Stock Exchange listed company (symbol ESE) with headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Additional information about ETS-Lindgren is available at www.ets-lindgren.com. Additional information about ESCO and its subsidiaries is available at www.escotechnologies.com.

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