I just wonder whether topics in microwave engineering like non-uniform transmission lines, resonators, patch antenna etc. can actually be useful in RF (circuit) Design (for someone interested towards ASIC/SoC Design). Any ideas ???

Those involved in RFID label type applications may be interested in the following news release--

2010 Edition of Spartanics Laser Die Cutting Technical Guide Now Available

For Immediate Release

(www.spartanics.com) RFID label manufactures seeking comprehensive information on the pros and cons of laser die cutting technology can now obtain the expanded 2010 Edition of the popular SPARTANICS TECHNICAL GUIDE: HOW TO MATCH TODAY’S LASER CUTTING TECHNOLOGY TO APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS. This expanded edition includes reports on laser die cutting technology improvements since the Guide was first released in 2008 and enables readers to make a more informed assessment of how laser die cutters can be used to replace or augment rotary die cutters and other tool-based cutting technology.

Laser Cutting Technical Guide Part I chapters include: 1) Preface: Recap of Speed Benchmarks, Growing Roster of Applications Using Laser Technology; Sheet vs. Roll vs. Hybrid Design Considerations; 2) Choosing Between Laser Cutting vs. Tool-based Die Cutting Systems; 3) Quality and the Soft Marking Standard; 4) Cutting Speed vs. Web Speed. Part II includes 1) Fallacy of the Double Scan Head Advantage; 2) Systems Integration, User-Friendliness and Production Output; 3) Selecting System Components; and 4) Suggested Method for Sourcing Laser Cutting Technology.

Rolling Meadows, Illinois, USA-headquartered Spartanics (www.spartanics.com) manufactures best-in-class technology for both tool-free (laser-based), steel rule die, and male/female hard tool cutting systems, among other equipment for finishing products made from flat stock materials. Spartanics worldwide sales and service representatives can be located at: http://www.spartanics.com/reps_map1.cgi .

The 2010 edition can be downloaded at: http://www.spartanics.com/white_papers_detail.cgi?id_num=17 .

Product inquiries can be directed to Scott Edwards, Sales Administrator, Spartanics, + (847) 394 5700, FAX + (847) 394 0409, sales@spartanics.com.

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