Join us in welcoming Isaac Pimentelli to dB Control!  With over 20 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, and program management in defense and aerospace, Pimentelli will lead an exclusive airborne power supply development program. Mike Lee, dB Control’s VP of Sales and Marketing, emphasized Pimentelli’s industry expertise and problem-solving approach as critical to meeting the technical and compliance demands of military programs. 

Previously, Pimentelli managed space satellite programs at Lucix and held senior roles at Teledyne Microwave Solutions, focusing on product launches and business development. In addition to hiring Isaac Pimentelli, we also hired five new engineers to help expand our company’s technical capabilities. Click to read full announcement.

Last week, dB Control announced securing six contracts totaling $14.5 million for TWT amplifiers (TWTAs), high-voltage power supplies (HVPS), and microwave power modules (MPMs). These products will enhance secure electronic warfare (EW) applications, improving military capabilities in managing the electromagnetic spectrum and countering threats

The contracts details include:

Our TWTAs cover a broad frequency range (2 to 40 GHz), while MPMs combine advanced technologies for efficient power delivery (2 to 45.5 GHz). The HVPS are tailored to meet strict size, weight, and power (SWaP) requirements. dB Control’s robust manufacturing and testing processes ensure reliability for military operations. Additional product specifications are available in our Datasheet Library. Click to read full announcement.

Come check out our new Power Supplies page on our website! It provides a comprehensive overview of our advanced range of high-voltage power supplies tailored for mission-critical applications.

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Designing and testing electronic warfare (EW) equipment, like radar simulation systems, is critical for ensuring effectiveness and safety. Engineers face challenges related to technical demands, in-house capabilities, and costs, making accurate and reliable test equipment essential. Key challenges in radar simulation include achieving rapid and stable transmitter frequency set-on times (e.g., 1-microsecond set-on time, 1-millisecond frequency stability) and accurate receiver frequency measurements (e.g., 100 nanoseconds with 1 megahertz accuracy). Developing these systems in-house can be complex and costly, often revealing difficulties late in the process, particularly with size, weight, and power (SWaP) constraints. Choosing the right test equipment involves selecting frequency-locked oscillators (FLOs), voltage-controlled oscillators (VCOs), and synthesizers, each with different benefits. System control elements such as antenna control units (ACUs) and digital control units (DCUs) are also crucial in managing and measuring signal performance. Read the Full White Paper.

The millimeter-wave (MMW) spectrum has long presented challenges for military applications due to high atmospheric attenuation and limited technology. However, recent advancements in semiconductor technology, driven by 5G, have renewed interest in MMW frequencies, enabling applications in high-resolution radar, secure communications, and electronic warfare. MMW technology offers unique advantages, such as lower attenuation at certain frequencies, making it suitable for UAV control, real-time intelligence, and advanced imaging systems. Current developments include the Army's use of Wi-Gig for secure communications and DARPA's MIDAS program for enhanced digital arrays. MMW radar systems provide precise detection for missile defense and urban scenarios, while also improving stealth capabilities. 

Overall, MMW technology is vital for future military effectiveness and national security. Read the Full White Paper.

At IMS 2024 we unveiled our brand new 20-foot booth. It includes a bright backlit center panel illustrating the many applications for our products, a large video monitor featuring a tour of our facilities, and lots of room for new product demonstrations. If you weren’t at IMS, you’ll have another chance to see our new booth at the 61st Annual AOC International Symposium & Convention, December 11-13 at the luxurious Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. We hope you’ll stop by to visit us in Booth 416.