The calculation of signal levels, gain, noise, linearity and losses along the RF signal chain, used to set block targets.
Analysis Work product in the Analog and mixed-signal lifecycle
It ensures the RF chain meets system needs and sets realistic targets for each block. Blocks designed to targets that do not add up, with losses in the package and board found only in measurement, are what it prevents.
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