On this episode of the #AskIoT video series, Field Theory Consulting’s CEO and President discusses the importance of antennas relating to IoT. Ryan and Tadd discuss the role an antenna plays, how to ensure you have a suitable antenna, and what happens if you choose the wrong one.
Tadd Scarpelli started his career designing antennas for Motorola, notably, he designed the revolutionary RF antennas for Motorola's RAZR cell phone. Through his Chicago-based company, Field Theory, Tadd continues to develop high-performance, innovative, efficient, and low-cost antennas helping companies from small start-ups to large corporations.
Field Theory is an antenna customization and RF integration company providing complete RF solutions to companies in the wireless electronics industry. From concept to design to certification, Field Theory's innovation provides wireless products with optimal antenna performance, which helps ensure a successful product launch. Field Theory services include antenna consulting, RF antenna design, custom antenna design, antenna testing, rapid prototyping, and production manufacturing.
Key Question and Topics from this Episode: (0:00) Welcome to the #AskIoT video series (1:01) Introduction to Tadd and Field Theory (2:13) Why antennas are needed (4:49) How to make sure you have the right antenna (6:06) What happens when someone chooses the wrong antenna (7:24) Advice for people in the market
