Microsoft Surface Go LTE GPS for Ham Radio
Want to access and share the internal GPS on the Surface Go LTE with other apps. Well, here you go. Hello Operators.Microsoft has done an […]
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72 Hours of Emergency Power on a Budget
Hello Operators.The high cost of lightweight, amorphous silicon solar panels can be tough on budgets. After some research, I’ve found an American made solar briefcase […]
HF APRS & HF Winlink on ANDROID Deviceas
Hello Operators.We have finally arrived at something special. It is a pleasure to announce the arrival of HF APRS & HF Winlink to Android devices. […]
Air Compressors need off-grid power too
Ham Radio LiFePO4 battery powers 4500psi air compressor off-grid!
Networking
Hello Operators. As I sit here enjoying the last week of my summer holiday, the disaster in Maui is an important reminder of maintaining our network […]
PowerFilm solar panel vs hunting rifle
A demonstration showcased the durability of PowerFilm Solar’s portable panels, enduring multiple hits from a .25 caliber rifle yet continuing to perform. Despite numerous punctures, the panels’ peak current decreased from 0.73 to 0.47 amps but remained stable. PowerFilm Solar, an American company, offers these robust panels excellent for mission-critical tasks, illustrating quality differences between brands.
Offloading my surplus field tested gear
Offloading previously field tested surplus gear to fund new projects and adventures. Hello Operators. If you’re looking for a good deal on some of the […]
Modularity in Off-Grid Field Radio
After testing a modular HF radio go kit concept last May, I wonder why we don’t see more modularity in the ham radio community. Hello […]
Just get it done!
Stop making excuses and try! What we learn from the experience will be worth it! Hello Operators.Far too often on the channel, people say there […]
Arctic Circle Off Grid 2023
In May 2023, Julian OH8STN, Ed WQ2U, and Oliver DL4KA set off on an off-grid communications field test above the Arctic Circle. The team aims to test new strategies for off-grid communications, spanning portable power, robust hardware, and antenna efficiency. The expedition will take place near Rovaniemi, Finland. Also, part of the testing includes new robust packet radio capabilities and power supplies. The team encourages interaction from the community via Winlink and APRS messages.