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 […]
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.
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.
Efficient QRP Data communications
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
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, […]
Snake oil The promise of License free Off-Grid Comms
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The Ultimate 80 meter ham radio antenna
After two years with the Chameleon 80 meter Skyloop, how’s it doing?