Telstra’s 5G network features Ericsson Cloud RAN tech

Telstra’s 5G network features Ericsson Cloud RAN tech Telstra and Ericsson have announced the launch of Ericsson’s Cloud RAN (Radio Access Network) infrastructure on Telstra’s 5G commercial network, with the new technology already deployed and live at various sites. As part of the deployment, Telstra and Ericsson have migrated the carrier frequencies 2600 MHz and 3600 MHz to…

Microsatellite to enhance maritime communications

Microsatellite to enhance maritime communications A microsatellite for maritime communications, developed by the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) Satellite Technology And Research Centre (STAR) and A*STAR’s Institute for Infocomm Research (I2R), was successfully launched into orbit earlier this year from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikotta, India. Compact in size, Lumelite-4 measures 20 x 20 x 30 cm (similar to…

RADIO TERMINOLOGY GLOSSARY

The Basics: Here are some of the most common terms you’ll hear referencing communications equipment. If you just want a quick overview on the must-know terms, this section of our radio terminology glossary should help. Two-Way Radio: A device that transmits and receives voice communication. There are desktop transceiver units, as well as handheld radios often referred to…

What Is A Hamfest Overveiw

A Hamfest is a convention of amateur radio enthusiasts, often combining a trade show, flea market, and various other activities of interest to amateur radio operators (hams). In the United Kingdom the term rally is more commonly used for amateur radio conventions. “Hamfests” were noted as early as 1924 in the U.S. Activities Hamfests are events organized by amateur radio enthusiasts, for social gatherings and promotion of amateur radio…