BUILDING WITH PURPOSE

ALAN SALARI

Founder of Quaxys • RF & Quantum Hardware Engineer • Author

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Building technologies that solve meaningful problems and create lasting impact.

KNOWLEDGE • TECHNOLOGY • IMPACT

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FROM KNOWLEDGE TO IMPACT

My work is guided by three pillars: knowledge, technology, and impact. By sharing and applying knowledge and developing technology, I create practical solutions that address meaningful challenges and improve lives.

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KNOWLEDGE 

Books & Education

Transforming complex engineering concepts into practical knowledge through books, publications, and educational resources.

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TECHNOLOGY 

Quaxys Platform

Building technologies, platforms, and products that solve meaningful problems and create new possibilities.

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IMPACT

Projects & Innovation

Applying technology to create solutions that advance engineering, expand capabilities, and solve meaningful real-world challenges.

PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY
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MY PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY

From research and innovation to product development and entrepreneurship, each phase of my journey has shaped the way I build technology, solve problems, and create impact.

Phase I

Research & Innovation 

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During this phase, I explored fundamental challenges across physics, RF systems, and quantum technologies, building the multidisciplinary foundation that continues to guide my approach to engineering and innovation today.

Institutions

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Universität Bonn

RWTH-Aachen
University

Fraunhofer Institute

Foundations Built

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  • Physics & Engineering Thinking
  • Advanced Modeling & Simulation
  • Experimental Design & Measurement
  • Multidisciplinary Problem Solving

Areas of Focus

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  • Ultracold Atomic Gases
  • Quantum Information Processing
  • Superconducting Quantum Systems
  • Particle Detection Systems
  • RF & Microwave Engineering
  • Antenna & Sensing Technologies
  • Computational Electromagnetics

Organizations

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Microsoft

Axon
(Dedrone)

Quantum Circuits Inc. 

Hughes Network Systems

Intellian Technologies

University of Illinois Chicago

Capabilities Developed

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  • System Architecture & Design
  • Product Development & Validation
  • RF Measurement & Characterization
  • Cross-Functional Engineering
  • Hardware Integration & Testing
  • Technical Leadership

Technologies & Projects

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  • Satellite Communications
  • Phased Array Systems
  • Superconducting Quantum Computers
  • RF Systems & Electronic Warfare
  • Autonomous Sensing Technologies
  • Ground Penetrating Radar
  • High-Performance RF Test Systems

Phase II

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

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During this phase, I applied scientific and engineering principles to develop advanced technologies across satellite communications, quantum computing, RF systems, and defense applications. Working in both startups and established organizations, I contributed to the design, validation, and deployment of complex hardware systems.

Phase III

BUILDING THE FUTURE

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During this phase, I began building technologies, platforms, and educational initiatives around my own vision. Through Quaxys, I combine engineering, product development, and knowledge sharing to help engineers develop practical skills and create meaningful impact.

Organizations

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Quaxys

Initiatives

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  • Remote RF Lab Platform
  • Product Development & Validation
  • RF Measurement & Characterization
  • Cross-Functional Engineering
  • Hardware Integration & Testing
  • Technical Leadership

What I'm Building

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  • Expanding Access to Hands-On Engineering Education
  • Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice
  • Developing Modern Engineering Learning Platforms
  • Building Technologies That Enable Innovation
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
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TECHNOLOGIES I'VE HELPED  BUILD

From quantum computing hardware and satellite communications to RF sensing systems and remote engineering platforms, these projects represent some of the technologies that have shaped my professional journey.

ATOMIC PHYSICS

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Ultracold Sodium Atoms

QUANTUM COMPUTING

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Superconducting
Qubits

QUANTUM DEVICES

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Topological Josephson Junctions

PARTICLE PHYSICS

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Pixel
Detectors

RF &MICROWAVE

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Microwave 
Plasma Generators

RF & MICROWAVE

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Satellite Communications

RF & MICROWAVE

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Ku-Band Phased
Array Terminals

RF & MICROWAVE

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Airspace Security Systems

RF & MICROWAVE

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Airborne Ground Penetrating Radars

EDUCATION
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A FOUNDATION IN
ENGINEERING & PHYSICS

My passion for building technology and solving complex problems led to a multidisciplinary foundation in electrical engineering and experimental physics.

Electrical Engineering

B.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D.
Education & Focus Areas
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Education

Ph.D.

Electrical Engineering

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M.Sc.

Electrical Engineering

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B.Sc.

Electrical Engineering

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Areas of Focus

Radar & Sensing Systems


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Electromagnetic Compatibility

 

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Antenna Design & Optimization

 

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Physics

B.Sc., M.Sc.
Education & Focus Areas
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Education

M.Sc.

Experimental Physics

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B.Sc.

Physics

 

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Areas of Focus

Quantum Information Processing

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Superconducting Quantum Systems

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Particle Detection Technologies

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Alma Maters
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University of Illinois Chicago

Chicago, USA

RWTH-Aachen University

Aachen, Germany

Universität Bonn

Bonn, Germany
Books
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SHARING KNOWLEDGE THROUGH BOOKS

My books transform years of engineering experience into practical frameworks that help engineers design, validate, and deploy successful RF and quantum technologies.

Modern
RF Product Development 

3-Volume Series 
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A practical framework for developing successful RF products from concept to production. 

FOREWORD BY SATISH DHANASEKARAN

Alan Salari has captured the reality of modern RF product development with remarkable clarity. His three-volume framework mirrors the lifecycle that our customers live in practice: defining the problem, translating it into requirements, designing the architecture, validating the approach, and scaling it into reliable production. Each step requires technical depth, but more importantly, judgment. Knowing when to pivot, what to measure, and which tradeoff serves the end user—not just the elegance of the design.

Satish Dhanasekaran
CEO, Keysight Technologies

Volume I:
The Product Blueprint

The foundation for successful product development

  • System Requirements
  • RF architecture and design
  • Component Selection
  • Mechanical Integration
  • Compliance & Regulations

Volume II: Implementation and Validation

Bringing the design to life and validating performance

  • Prototype Development
  • Testing & Measurement
  • Performance Validation
  • Design Verification
  • Risk Assessment

Volume III: Production and Development

Scaling to production and successful deployment

  • Manufacturing Readiness
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Production Test
  • Deployment Strategy
  • Lifecycle Support

Microwave Techniques in Superconducting Quantum Computers

The first book dedicated to microwave hardware for superconducting quantum computing, bridging the gap between microwave engineering and quantum technology.

FOREWORD BY

David DiVincenzo

Pioneer in Quantum Computing
Creator of the DiVincenzo Criteria

REMOTE RF LAB & TRAINING

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HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE. ANYWHERE

One of the biggest challenges in RF engineering is gaining hands-on experience with real instruments and measurement setups. The Quaxys Remote RF Lab provides engineers with remote access to professional RF test equipment, making practical training more accessible, scalable, and effective.

  • Remote RF Lab
    Hands-On RF Experience
    Access professional RF test equipment remotely and perform real measurements on live hardware from anywhere in the world. Gain practical experience without the limitations of a traditional laboratory.
  • Advanced RF Measurement Training
    VNA & Spectrum Courses
    Develop practical measurement skills through hands-on training focused on vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, RF measurements, and instrument automation using Python and SCPI.
  • RF FUNDAMENTALS & MEASUREMENT ESSENTIALS
    Building Strong Foundations
    Build a solid understanding of RF engineering, transmission lines, impedance matching, antennas, noise, measurements, and the core principles required to work confidently with RF systems.
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SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS & INTERVIEWS

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CONVERSATIONS THAT DRIVE INNOVATION

Engaging with engineers, researchers, entrepreneurs, students, and industry leaders through conferences, workshops, panels, and invited talks on RF engineering, quantum technologies, and innovation.

Selected Speaking Engagements

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  • Quantum World Congress — 2025, McLean, Virginia
  • Association of Old Crows — 2025
  • CalIT2 Workshop on Quantum Computing — 2024, Irvine, California
  • RF & Microwave Engineering Conferences — Including NRSM, IEEE European Microwave Week (EuMW), and IEEE International Microwave Symposium (IMS)
  • Quantum Investment Summit, University of Maryland — 2021
  • George Mason Quantum Week — 2021

Interviews

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  • Interview with Artech House (link)
  • Midatalntic Quantum Alliance (link)
  • Interview with University of Illinois Chicago (link)
  • Interview with RWTH-Aachen (link)

INVITED SPEAKER

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CalIT2 Workshop on
Quantum Computing

 University of California, Irvine |   2024

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Microwave Techniques in Superconducting
Quantum Computers

AWARDS & RECOGNITION
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HONORED ALONG THE JOURNEY

Awards and recognition are not destinations, but reflections of the people, opportunities, and experiences that have shaped my journey as an engineer, author, and entrepreneur.

Grants &
Fellowships

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Grants and fellowships have provided the support to pursue ambitious ideas, develop new technologies, and transform concepts into practical engineering solutions.

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation

Research Fellowship

Discovery Partners Institute Chicago (DPI)

Research Grant

Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT)

Research Grant

Entrepreneurship & Innovation

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Entrepreneurship programs and innovation awards have helped accelerate new ventures, validate ideas, and transform emerging technologies into solutions with real-world applications and impact.

National Science Foundation
National I-Corps Program

Commercialization Program

EXIST GRÜNDERSTIPENDIUM

Startup Grant

RWTH Meets Frank Thelen

Best Pitch Award

EFRE.NRW

Entrepreneurship Grant

Leadership & Mentorship

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Leadership and mentoring opportunities have strengthened my professional growth, expanded my perspective, and supported my development as an engineer and entrepreneur.

Siemens AG

Exclusive Mentoring Program

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
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COMMUNITIES THAT SHAPE MY THINKING

Innovation is a team sport. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to engage with communities that bring together engineers, entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry leaders who share a passion for solving meaningful problems and advancing technology.

Senior Member,
IEEE

Mid-Atlantic Quantum Alliance 

Quantum Startup
Foundry

The National Society of Leadership and Success

INSIGHTS FROM COLLEAGUES AND INDUSTRY LEADERS

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WHAT LEADERS & PIONEERS SAY

I've had the privilege of working with some of the best minds in engineering, science, and entrepreneurship.

David DiVincenzo

Pioneer in Quantum Computing • Creator of the DiVincenzo Criteria

Alan Salari’s book arrives, in a pioneering spirit, with an effort to define the intellectual landscape of the subject. Superconducting quantum computer needs a lot of advanced techniques from cryogenic microwave engineering. This is the premise that drives Alan Salari’s book, and is the featured item in the landscape that he depicts. We see here a cornucopia of microwave components, functions, and methodologies. Salari has covered in great detail all the microwave art that is seen as essential for the functioning of the quantum computer.

Satish Dhanasekaran

President and CEO at Keysight Technologies

Alan Salari has captured the reality of modern RF product development with remarkable clarity. His three-volume framework mirrors the lifecycle that our customers live in practice: defining the problem, translating it into requirements, designing the architecture, validating the approach, and scaling it into reliable production. Each step requires technical depth, but more importantly, judgment. Knowing when to pivot, what to measure, and which tradeoff serves the end user—not just the elegance of the design.

Peter Hou

Director at Intellian Technologies

During the relatively short period, Alan simply struck me as the most knowledgeable antenna engineer I have ever met, with a deep understanding of the physics and theories of electromagnetic waves, antenna, radiation, polarization and all related concepts. More importantly, he is able to use his knowledge to deliver highly innovative solutions to design and testing problems. In short, Alan is a conscientious engineer in addition to being a highly innovative thinker and doer. Wherever he is and whatever he does, he will exceed anyone’s highest expectations.

Yale Eckert

Director of Engineering Defense, Security and critical Infrastructure at Rohde & Schwarz

Strongly endorsed! Alan has meticulously curated an intellectually enriching journey, guiding us from fundamentals to advanced realms. An indispensable resource unveiling the past, present, and future of RF, semiconductors, and quantum computing.

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Piotr Kulczakowicz

Director of Quantum Innovation and Commercialization, Quantum Startup Foundry

Alan possesses a rare combination of deep technical knowledge and exceptional communication skills, making complex concepts accessible to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. His contributions were not just limited to technical advancements but also included elevating the entire team’s understanding and proficiency in critical aspects of radio frequency engineering.

BEYOND SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
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MY INTERESTS & HOBBIES

The passions that inspire me, challenge me, and keep me balanced
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Tennis

Discipline. Strategy. Resilience.

Tennis has taught me some of life's most valuable lessons: stay focused under pressure, adapt when conditions change, and trust the process of continuous improvement. Whether on the court or in engineering, success is built one point at a time.

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Music

Creativity. Expression. Flow.

I love playing electric guitar, especially expressive solos that combine technical precision with emotion. Music provides a creative outlet, a way to recharge, and a reminder that mastery is achieved through both discipline and passion.

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Writing

Clarity, Creativity & Impact

I enjoy capturing ideas, lessons learned, and observations from engineering, business, and everyday life. Writing helps me organize my thoughts, deepen my understanding, and share insights that may help others on their own journey.

BLOG

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SHARING IDEAS THAT SHAPE TECHNOLOGY

Perspectives on engineering, innovation, entrepreneurship, and the lessons learned from building technologies, writing books, and founding companies.

What You'll Find

  • In-Depth Articles
    Technical deep dives into RF systems, microwave engineering, measurement techniques, quantum computing hardware, and real-world product development.
  • Lessons & Takeaways
    Insights from engineering projects, books, entrepreneurship, and the experiences that have shaped my journey.
  • Perspectives
    Reflections on technology, innovation, engineering education, leadership, and the future of RF and quantum technologies.
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GET IN TOUCH

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LET'S CONNECT

I'm always interested in connecting with engineers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and organizations working on meaningful challenges and innovative technologies.

Contact Me

Location
Washington DC Metropolitan Area
Email
info@quaxys.com
Websites
alansalari.com
quaxys.com

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