SI-09 · Chapter 6 · Signal Integrity & Transmission Lines
Loss above 1 GHz
Where does loss come from in a PCB channel above 1 GHz? How do you choose the laminate for a 10 Gb/s link?
| Level | ●● onsite technical |
| Track | SI & high-speed |
| Really testing | Conductor vs dielectric loss. |
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