[Amps] Silly article on mixing tubes and transistors.

[David Kirkby]

We all know the arguments about the merits of tubes vs transistors for
high power. An article I read says:

"Producing high levels of microwave power for transmit purposes has
often invited debate over whether solid-state or vacuum-tube devices
are better suited to the task. The MTA2000 series of microwave power
modules (MPMs) puts such arguments to rest"

http://mwrf.com/active-components/mpms-meld-tube-and-solid-state-amplifiers

When you read it, you discover this range of amplifiers combines a
solid state preamp with a travelling wave tube (TWT) power amp in the
same box. Not exactly earth an earth-shattering combination of
components.

I wonder if they they have been granted a patent for such ingenious
use of technology!

Dave, G8WRB.