For electronic devices to evolve into more attractive products, they must be given multiple and more advanced functions. Murata believes that, consequently, electronic components themselves must have multiple and advanced functions. One of the approaches to this challenge is the "module". For example, a sensor module where an amplifier circuit and detector function are integrated with a sensor device enhances the functionality of the sensor unit. Also mobile phones have evolved into ubiquitous all-purpose terminals by enhancing the RF module to accommodate multi-mode. Multiple and advanced function technology creates an attractive future for us.
The second-generation mobile phone standard, GSM system, with a large share in the current mobile phone market is beginning to merge with third generation mobile phone standards, such as the UMTS system, with more features. Murata's SWITCHPLEXER®, which is now a standard component of the GSM system helps unify GSM and UTMS to make a module with more features and with an optimal circuit configuration.
Small and More Advanced Technology
Challenge for Downsizing Technology
Applications for MEMS technology
