John Oncea

ARTICLES BY JOHN ONCEA

• Exploring Current Test And Measurement Trends And Innovations

  3/22/2024

  The test and measurement industry is evolving, driven by technologies like Industry 4.0, AI, and ML, all providing a competitive edge.

• GaN, GaAs, Or SiGe – Which Is The Best Semiconductor Material?

  3/19/2024

  GaN, GaAs, and SiGe offer unique properties for various semiconductor applications. Which is best? The answer might surprise you.

• The Latest On Russia’s Nuclear Space Weapon

  3/15/2024

  Russia and the U.S. both have more than 1,000 nuclear weapons that could reduce any foe to an ash heap in a matter of minutes. Recent reports suggest Russia is working toward putting a nuclear space weapon capable of targeting satellites into orbit. How close are they and what can be done about it?

• Rectangular Or Circular, There’s More To Connectors Than Meets The Eye

  3/13/2024

  Two common types of connectors are rectangular and circular, both of which can be used in various applications. In addition to differing in shape, these two types of connectors differ in contact density, durability, installation methods, and ideal applications as well. Choosing between the two depends on factors such as space constraints, environmental conditions, contact density requirements, and ease of installation.

• Did Science Really Do Rosalind Franklin Dirty?

  3/12/2024

  Watson and Crick get the credit, but their determination of the structure of DNA would not have happened in 1953 if not for the work of Rosalind Franklin. Was she ignored because she was a woman? Or is the controversy overblown?

• New Ways Of Fighting: How Unmanned Platforms Are Changing The Way We Wage War

  3/7/2024

  ​The military’s reliance on unmanned platforms – be it on the ground, at sea, or in the air – is becoming increasingly common. So much so that you’d be hard-pressed not to find one being used in any of the more than 100 armed conflicts currently taking place across the globe.

• Detecting, Tracking, And Discriminating Incoming Threats With X-Band Radar

  2/29/2024

  X-Band radar is used extensively in military defense, automotive safety, and environmental monitoring where its versatility extends to applications such as missile guidance systems, aerial surveillance, and advanced driver-assistance systems. It’s also highly effective at sea, including in the Sea-Based X-Band Radar.

• What To Expect At SATELLITE 2024

  2/26/2024

  Today there is unlimited opportunity for companies to take advantage of the efficiencies, savings, and benefits that satellite and space technology can offer. That opportunity is bringing with it exponential growth and rosy predictions about the resiliency and future outlook of the industry. How can you keep up with all of this growth? Attending SATELLITE 2024 would be a good start.

• Radar Antennas: Applications, Types, And Market Dynamics

  2/21/2024

  Radar antennas play a vital role in various applications such as weather forecasting, traffic control, and military operations. Current market growth is being driven by increasing demand across industries, advancements in technology leading to more efficient and eco-friendly options, and government regulations. Let’s take a closer look at these unsung heroes of modern radar systems.

• Charting The Sky: Space Domain Awareness In An Evolving Space Landscape

  2/7/2024

  Space agencies around the world are gearing up for a busy year with numerous launches on the docket. Space domain awareness is crucial to ensure the safety and security of space operations, as well as for detecting, characterizing, and countering threats to space systems.