Wireless technology has been around for decades. From its inception in 1997 when the IEEE 802.11 standard was ratified, to today’s cutting-edge WiFi 6 and 7, this technology has consistently pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in enhancing communications. Crystal frequency components ensure accurate and stable data transmission for WiFi networks.
WiFi technology has significantly evolved since its beginning, offering substantial improvements including lower latency, better power efficiency, reduced interference, and higher capacity density. These advancements have helped to meet the growing demand for connectivity, while ensuring more efficient use of the frequency spectrum.
As technology continues to develop, WiFi will continue to improve; focusing on even higher speeds, broader coverage, and further reduced latency. These ongoing enhancements will satisfy increasing data demands and cater to a diverse range of emerging application scenarios.
Crystal frequency components are at the heart of every WiFi device on the market. They play a vital role in several aspects of WiFi performance.
Crystal frequency components generate the stable clock signals necessary for communication in WiFi devices. The quality and precision of these quartz crystals directly impact:
As WiFi technology advances, so does the demand for more precise and stable clock sources. Crystal frequency control components provide more accurate timing control to meet this demand.
The push towards higher frequency bands in WiFi necessitates greater frequency stability and lower phase noise. Advanced crystal frequency components deliver the increased precision and reduced phase noise required to meet these high-frequency demands.
WiFi Technology Comparison
| Feature | WiFi 6 | WiFi 6E | WiFi 7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Bandwidth | 160MHz | 160MHz | 320MHz |
| Max Speed | 9.6Gbps | 9.6Gbps | 46Gbps |
| Frequency Bands | 2.4GHz, 5GHz | 2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz | 2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz |
| IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ax | 802.11be |
| Modulation | 1024-QAM OFDMA | 1024-QAM OFDMA | 4096-QAM |
| MU-MIMO | 8 x 8 | 8 x 8 | 16 x 16 |
| RU | RU | RU | Multi- RUs |
| Security Protocol | WPA3 | WPA3 | WPA3 |
Application Areas
The advancements in WiFi technology have opened up a wide range of applications, including:
| Application Area | Specific Applications |
|---|---|
| Communication & Collaboration | Video conferencing |
| Computing Entertainment | Online gaming, audio and video streaming |
| Healthcare | Interactive telemedicine, remote patient monitoring |
| Industry & IoT | Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), smart manufacturing |
| Immersive Technologies | Augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) |
| Smart Living | Home automation, smart appliances |
Aker’s WiFi Solutions
In WiFi applications, crystal frequency components are crucial for ensuring devices operate with high efficiency and reliability. As wireless technology continues to advance, the need for more precise timing control and stable reference clocks increases, making crystal frequency components even more critical and indispensable.
Reference Design Solutions
For WiFi applications, these Aker crystals and oscillators are optimal choices for a wide range of frequencies.
