Even if we go electric and driver-less, only 2% of energy used actually moves a person. We need better personal transportation modes. Read more
Apollo Inspired Mankind – Fifty Year Gap
Apollo inspired mankind greatly. What came next? Not much, it seems. Fifty pretty dry years for mankind. Witness POTUS on Twitter. Read more
Sound Card Radio – Our First ADC
Recently, Guy Atkins mentioned his first software defined radio receiver, the FlexRadio SDR-1000. In particular, he mused about trying to get this gear to work with different PC sound cards. Read more
3D Printed Circuit Board Holder
A 3D printed circuit board holder is a neat little project and very useful in your electronics workshop. Cheap and cheerful, too. Read more
Jamie’s Tree – Growing Up Fast
Every time I look at Jamie’s tree, I think of him and the fun we had planting and nurturing this new life in our back yard. Read more
Guy Atkins Perseus Recollections
Guy Atkins Perseus activities became well known to the DX community in 2008. Recently, I asked Guy to provide some recollections about this wonderful receiver. Read more
Perseus SDR Benchmark – 11 Years On
I have been using my Perseus SDR Benchmark for 11 years. It remains a great performer for reception below 30 MHz and my “go to” receiver. Read more
Manitoba Amateur Radio Museum in Austin
Austin, Manitoba is a busy place this weekend. If you are nearby, visit the Manitoba Amateur Radio Museum. Read more
Miniature Drill Press for Printed Circuit Boards
Even if you only make occasional circuit boards, a miniature drill press is a great tool to use. With a 3D printer you can make your own for a few dollars. Read more
Apollo 11 Radio Communications Remembered
It’s been fifty years. Let’s recall Apollo 11 radio communications systems, including the wonderful Unified S Band and local VHF that really worked. Read more