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Whitepaper: Managing the RF Signal Chain in VPX Systems

Master the complexities of RF signal integrity in VPX systems. This whitepaper explores the RF signal chain from the antenna to embedded computing, detailing best practices for signal integrity, loss mitigation, and VITA 67 interconnect solutions​.
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Managing the RF Signal Chain in VPX Systems is a must-read for engineers working with high-frequency RF signals in embedded systems. This comprehensive whitepaper explores the RF signal path from the antenna through connectors, backplanes, and plug-in cards, detailing the challenges and solutions in VPX architectures, particularly those utilizing VITA 67 interconnects​.

Key topics include:

  • RF signal routing in VPX backplanes and plug-in cards
  • Managing insertion loss and shielding for optimal performance
  • Comparing RF connector options, including SMPM, SMPS, and NanoRF
  • EMI mitigation strategies for high-frequency signal integrity​

Whether you're designing defense, aerospace, or high-performance computing systems, this whitepaper provides the technical insights needed to optimize RF performance in rugged VPX environments​.