Saltwater might be 4 million times less conductive than copper. And yet, a saltwater antenna works, even at HF. Amazing! Read more
Category: Ham Radio
630 meters Ham Radio – Old is New, Again
One of the interesting things you can do with a wideband loop antenna is listen to 630 meters ham radio activity. So, what the heck is 630 meters? Read more
Tree Aerial – Another Liquid Antenna
The tree aerial has been around for a century. Does it work? Perhaps, but mainly so in the jungle. Read more
FT8 Takes Over Ham Radio Communications
FT8 takes over as the dominant mode for ham radio communications. Just check the data, which also shows declines in voice and CW. Read more
Weak Signal Communications Software Everywhere on HF
Sometimes, all you can see on the ham bands are weak signal communications software exchanges chugging away. Are these robots or real people? Read more
Loop Prototype Learnings during Summer
My loop prototype learnings this summer are mainly about waterproofing and reducing intermittent performance. It’s time to move on to the final build. 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
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
Russian Radio Hacking Since the Cold War
You can learn a lot about Russian radio hacking dating back to the 1950’s. This new book is all about electromagnetic radiation, RF flooding and other weird espionage techniques. Read more
SatNOGS Community Discovered – A New Hobby
You might enjoy learning more about the SatNOGS community, build your own low-cost satellite earth station, and listen in. It’s another use for your radio gear. Read more