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    • Device-Level Antenna Selection Considerations

    The selection of an antenna depends on a number of criteria, such as the application, the available board size, the solution cost, and the desired RF range.
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    Antenna design and RF layout are critical in any wireless system.
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    The article shares some practical tips for dealing with issues like noise sensitivity and tight impedance margins when designing antennas for an RF PCB.
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