Engineering
complex signal paths
Built around the application
WRS combines capabilities rather than treating them as isolated engineering disciplines.
A project may start with an existing WRS product that requires application-specific firmware or hardware changes, or with a requirement that calls for a new system altogether.
Our proven technology and existing engineering IP provide a practical starting point, allowing development effort to focus on the parts of the system that are genuinely unique.
One Engineering Foundation.
Different Applications.
Wideband Receiver Systems
We develop wideband receiver and signal-acquisition systems for applications requiring high instantaneous bandwidth and dependable operation.
Our experience covers the complete receive chain, including RF conditioning, direct digitisation, timing, digital processing and high-speed data transport. Existing WRS technology can be adapted to specific requirements or used as the foundation for a custom system.
Key capabilities: RF system design, receiver architecture, RF conditioning, timing and synchronisation, high-speed data interfaces and RF-over-fibre.
Direct RF Digitisation
Direct RF digitisation is at the core of WRS technology.
Our systems use high-speed analogue-to-digital conversion to capture wide sections of spectrum closer to the RF source, reducing the need for traditional analogue frequency-conversion stages.
This provides a flexible platform for applications requiring wide instantaneous bandwidth, direct RF acquisition and subsequent digital analysis or processing.
Key capabilities: Multi Gsps data conversion, direct RF sampling, wide instantaneous bandwidth, signal integrity and high-speed data acquisition.
FPGA & Signal Processing
High-speed RF conversion generates large volumes of digital data that must often be processed in real time.
WRS develops FPGA firmware and custom digital signal processing to perform functions such as filtering, channelisation, packetisation, triggering, data reduction and application-specific algorithms directly within the acquisition system.
This allows processing to be tailored to the application while making use of proven hardware platforms.
Key capabilities: FPGA firmware, custom DSP, real-time processing, filtering, channelisation, packetisation and high-speed data handling.
Custom Hardware Engineering
Where an existing platform does not meet the requirement, WRS can develop specialised RF, mixed-signal and high-speed digital hardware.
Our engineering capability includes complex PCB development, RF design, high-speed digital interfaces, precision clocking, power systems and the integration of converters and FPGA technology.
Design decisions consider the complete operating environment, including signal integrity, thermal requirements, RFI, EMI, manufacturability and long-term reliability.
Key capabilities: Complex PCB design, RF and mixed-signal electronics, high-speed digital design, firmware integration, RFI and EMI management.
Integration, Test & Support
A successful system must perform outside the laboratory.
WRS supports the integration of RF, digital, firmware and software elements into complete operational systems. This includes prototype development, verification, environmental considerations, manufacturing support and deployment.
Our experience includes equipment developed for highly sensitive RF environments and reliable operation under demanding field conditions.
Key capabilities: System integration, prototyping, verification, testing, manufacturing support, deployment and technical support.