MathWorks Showcases Advanced RF and Wireless Communications Design Software at IMS 2025

MathWorks, the leading developer of mathematical computing software, will exhibit at next week’s IMS 2025 conference in San Francisco, Calif. IMS 2025 will bring together more than 550 companies and thousands of RF and microwave professionals to see the latest technology advancements and discover new theories, tools, and techniques. Attendees are invited to visit MathWorks at booth #1853 to experience interactive demos, workshops, and MicroApps seminars focused on accelerating the design and simulation of next-generation wireless systems. To schedule a meeting with MathWorks experts at the show, visit https://www.mathworks.com/company/events/tradeshows/international-microwave-symposium-ims-2025-4646050.html.

“IMS brings together leaders and innovators from across the microwave and RF community, providing a unique opportunity to connect, share ideas, and showcase the latest advancements,” said Barry Katz, Director of Engineering, RF & AMS Products, MathWorks. “We are excited to engage with IMS attendees, demonstrate our newest tools for RF system design and Model-Based Design, and learn how engineers are tackling the challenges of tomorrow’s wireless technologies. IMS is a great event for fostering collaboration and inspiration to drive the industry forward.”

EXHIBIT BOOTH DEMOS (Booth #1853)

MathWorks will host a series of hands-on demonstrations highlighting how MATLAB^® and Simulink^® streamline the development of RF and wireless systems from concept to implementation.

Antenna-to-Bits: RF System Design from Antenna to Bits
This demo guides attendees through modeling and simulating wireless communications and radar systems from antenna to bits. The workflow encompasses large antenna arrays, RF transceivers, PCB boards, data converters, digital signal processing algorithms, and control logic. Attendees will learn how to construct a digital twin of a wireless system to evaluate various propagation scenarios and implementation tradeoffs.

OFDM-Based Sensing: ISAC with USRP Radios
Explore the use of custom OFDM waveforms for range-Doppler processing on simulated targets. This demonstration features MATLAB-controlled USRP X410 radios transmitting signals in loopback mode, with the onboard FPGA emulating radar targets. Signal captures rely on energy detection of the OFDM signal, and upon reception, signals are processed in MATLAB for bistatic range-Doppler analysis. Attendees will see visualizations of target motion and range-Doppler results, gaining insight into the performance and quality of the underlying algorithms for integrated sensing and communications (ISAC) applications.

Coupling Matrix Identification: Measuring and Modeling RF Filters
MathWorks will demonstrate how engineers can control instruments and acquire RF measurement data directly in MATLAB for advanced visualization, analysis, and post-processing. Attendees will learn how to use MATLAB and RF Toolbox™ to extract coarse circuit-level models for microwave coupled resonators. The demo details a practical procedure for identifying admittance parameters and the coupling matrix, leveraging MathWorks App Designer for streamlined workflow integration.

Industry Workshops

IMS’ industry workshops bring RF, microwave, and wireless leaders together to teach valuable skills using the latest technologies. MathWorks experts will be leading or participating in the following workshops:

System-level Linearization and Characterization of Phased Array Transmitters for Satellite Communications
Date and time: Thursday, June 19, 1:30 – 3:10 pm PDT
Location: IWTH5, Location 204

MathWorks, Qorvo, Rohde & Schwarz, and AMCAD technical experts will provide an overview of advanced phased array architectures and linearization techniques for satellite communications. Attendees will learn how to integrate state-of-the-art measurement and characterization methods with behavioral modeling and hardware prototyping to accelerate the design and optimization of linearization and beamforming algorithms. Live demonstrations will show how to balance key design parameters and improve metrics such as ACLR and EVM for various standard waveforms.

A Practical Overview of Antenna Characterization and Simulation with an Eye on AI
Date and time: Tuesday, June 17, 3:40 – 5:20 pm PDT
Location: IWTU7, Location 204

This session covers best practices for accurate antenna characterization in both near and far fields, essential for 5G, 6G, Satcom, and radar applications. Experts from MathWorks, Rohde & Schwarz, and Greenerwave will demonstrate how to use measurement data to optimize calibration and correction algorithms for beamforming arrays. The session also highlights the application of AI techniques to accelerate antenna measurement characterization and verification.

Design and Optimization of Beamforming Radios: Live Demos on How Modelling, Simulation and OTA Measurements Can Benefit from Each Other
Date and time: Wednesday, June 18, 10:10 – 11:50 am PDT
Location: IWWE2, Location 204

Experts from MathWorks and Rohde & Schwarz explore the synergy between over-the-air (OTA) measurements and simulation for optimizing wideband mmWave radios. Through practical demonstrations, participants will learn how to enhance RF models for transceiver design, implement linearization and interference mitigation strategies, and leverage simulation to interpret OTA results. The session features a highly integrated mmWave beam-former with circular polarization and a SATCOM phased array tested in remote compact antenna test ranges.

Microapps Seminars

MathWorks experts will be leading five IMS 2025 Microapps Seminars. Information on all of those presentations can be found here. Here are a few highlighted seminars:

Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs): Where Cellular and SatCom Converge
Date and time: Wednesday, June 18, 9:30 – 9:45 am PDT
Location: Microapps Theater, Booth 5423

Ubiquitous internet connectivity using satellites is no longer a dream, as demonstrated by the 3GPP investment in 5G non-terrestrial networks (NTNs). This microapp session will describe the challenges of NTN links, which significantly differ from those of terrestrial links, as they must deal with larger propagation delays and high Doppler.

Accelerating Wireless Modem Design for Real-World Applications
Date and time: Thursday, June 19, 11:15 – 11:30 am PDT
Location: Microapps Theater, Booth 5423

This joint presentation features a Model-Based Design workflow for the rapid development and prototyping of custom Orthogonal Frequency-Division Multiplexing (OFDM) modems using MATLAB, Simulink, and National Instruments (NI) USRP radios. Co-presented by technical experts from MathWorks and NI, this workflow provides a seamless transition from theoretical design to practical implementation, offering insights into optimizing design and verification processes.

About MathWorks

MathWorks is the leading developer of mathematical computing software. MATLAB, the language of engineers and scientists, is a programming environment for algorithm development, data analysis, visualization, and numeric computation. Simulink is a block diagram environment for simulation and Model-Based Design of multidomain and embedded engineering systems. Engineers and scientists worldwide rely on these products to accelerate the pace of discovery, innovation, and development in automotive, aerospace, communications, electronics, industrial automation, and other industries. MATLAB and Simulink are fundamental teaching and research tools in the world’s top universities and learning institutions. Founded in 1984, MathWorks employs more than 6,500 people in 34 offices around the world. For additional information, visit mathworks.com.

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