Falcomm Secures Seed Funding for Innovative ‘Dual-Drive’ Power Amplifier

The landscape of communication technology is on the brink of a significant transformation with the emergence of a groundbreaking innovation by Falcomm. The company's Power Amplifier (PA) technology is poised to revolutionize satellite 5G and 6G communications, as well as wearable devices. The visionary behind this game-changing technology is Edgar Garay, the founder and CEO of Falcomm, who first conceptualized the ideas while pursuing his studies at the prestigious Georgia Institute of Technology, eventually leading to the establishment of the company in 2021.

The recent funding round for Falcomm, spearheaded by Squandra Ventures, has garnered substantial support from key investors such as Cambium Capital, Draper Cygnus, and the Georgia Tech Foundation. This financial backing underscores the industry's recognition of the immense potential of Falcomm's patented technology, which pushes the boundaries of amplifier efficiency beyond the conventional limits, surpassing 78.5 percent. With successful implementation in silicon, the technology now boasts an impressive drain efficiency of nearly 65 percent at 28GHz.

One of the defining features of Falcomm's dual-drive PA is its ability to facilitate simultaneous transmission at each terminal of a circuit. According to Falcomm, this innovative design enables a performance enhancement that is 1.8 times more efficient at twice the power output, while requiring only half the silicon area compared to traditional power amplifiers. This efficiency breakthrough not only enhances performance but also offers significant benefits to manufacturers, including reduced thermal management requirements, lower energy costs, and streamlined system integration.

In a statement, Garay emphasized the critical role of power amplifiers in the modern electronic landscape, highlighting the need for continuous innovation to align with the rapid advancements in the technology sector. To further drive strategic growth and technological advancement, Falcomm has appointed Thomas Cameron as the Chief Strategy Officer. With over 35 years of experience in radio frequency R&D, Cameron brings a wealth of expertise, having previously served as the CTO for the communications business unit at Analog Devices and held engineering positions at Bell Northern Research, Nortel, and Sirenza Microdevices.

Additionally, Ned Cahoon has been appointed as the Director of Foundry and Customer Relationships at Falcomm. With a background in IBM's RF business unit and extensive experience at GlobalFoundries, where he served as a fellow in the office of the CTO, Cahoon's appointment further strengthens Falcomm's leadership team. These strategic appointments reflect Falcomm's commitment to driving innovation, fostering industry partnerships, and solidifying its position as a trailblazer in the realm of power amplifier technology.