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Arctic Circle Off Grid 2023

May 25, 2023 Julian OH8STN 5

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.

Efficient QRP Data communications

April 20, 2023 Julian OH8STN 5

When discussing efficient low power communications, it is impossible to deny the effectiveness of narrow bandwidth data, even at low power levels. But wait, there’s […]

QRP NVIS Data Modes Go Kit (TR)uSDX

March 24, 2023 Julian OH8STN 14

The (TR)uSDX is a budget-friendly HF radio covering the 80, 60, 40, 30 & 20 meter bands. Add a Digirig & tablet computer to it, […]

FCC Grants an ARRL Emergency Request Permitting Higher Data
Rate Transmissions for Hurricane Relief Communications

September 29, 2022 Julian OH8STN 5

SB QST ARL ARLB018ARLB018 FCC Grants an ARRL Emergency Request to Permit Higher DataRate Transmissions for Hurricane Relief Communications The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted […]