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Autodyne Receiver

An autodyne receiver is a type of radio frequency (RF) receiver that uses a local oscillator to mix with the incoming RF signal for the purpose of down-conversion. It is also known as a self-oscillating mixer or a self-mixing receiver.

In a traditional superheterodyne receiver, a separate local oscillator generates a stable frequency that is mixed with the incoming RF signal to produce an intermediate frequency (IF). However, in an autodyne receiver, the local oscillator signal is derived from the incoming RF signal itself. This self-oscillation is achieved by feeding back a portion of the RF signal into the oscillator circuit.

The autodyne receiver's oscillator generates a frequency close to the RF frequency of the incoming signal. When the RF and local oscillator signals mix, they produce a frequency that is the difference between the two. This frequency is typically the desired intermediate frequency.

Autodyne receivers are used in various applications, including radio communication, radar systems, and electronic warfare. They offer advantages such as simplicity, lower cost, and reduced complexity compared to separate local oscillator designs. However, they can be more susceptible to spurious oscillations and require careful design to achieve stable operation.


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