https://feeds.blubrry.com/feeds/eclectictech.xml Eclectic Tech http://www.arrl.org/eclectic http://www.arrl.org/eclectic ARRL’s biweekly Eclectic Tech podcast episodic Eclectic Tech hosted by Steve Ford, WB8IMY Steve Ford, WB8IMY ARRL’s biweekly Eclectic Tech podcast en Copyright 2021 Eclectic Tech bschoenfeld@arrl.org (Steve Ford, WB8IMY) Steve Ford, WB8IMY bschoenfeld@arrl.org http://www.arrl.org/eclectic https://assets.blubrry.com/coverart/orig/930450-899265.jpg Eclectic Tech ARRL’s biweekly Eclectic Tech podcast Blubrry Podcasting: https://www.blubrry.com/ clean http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:06:00 -0500 Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:06:00 -0500 ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 48 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/82266693/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-48/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/82266693/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-48/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:06:00 -0500 Let's take a deeper dive into the 1921 Transatlantic Tests with Clark Burgard, N1BCG, and also discuss the on-air activities that will be taking place this month to celebrate the historic anniversary.

]]> Let's take a deeper dive into the 1921 Transatlantic Tests with Clark Burgard, N1BCG, and also discuss the on-air activities that will be taking place this month to celebrate the historic anniversary.

]]> 0:25:39 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Let's take a deeper dive into the 1921 Transatlantic Tests with Clark Burgard, N1BCG, and also discuss the on-air activities that will be taking place this month to celebrate the historic anniversary. Let's take a deeper dive into the 1921 Transatlantic Tests with Clark Burgard, N1BCG, and also discuss the on-air activities that will be taking place this month to celebrate the historic anniversary. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 47 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/82138466/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-47/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/82138466/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-47/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:05:00 -0500 A discussion of the 1921 Transatlantic Tests with Carl Luetzelschwab, K9LA. Also, what's old is new again -- the chlorine battery.

]]> A discussion of the 1921 Transatlantic Tests with Carl Luetzelschwab, K9LA. Also, what's old is new again -- the chlorine battery.

]]> 0:19:02 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY A discussion of the 1921 Transatlantic Tests with Carl Luetzelschwab, K9LA. Also, what's old is new again -- the chlorine battery. A discussion of the 1921 Transatlantic Tests with Carl Luetzelschwab, K9LA. Also, what's old is new again -- the chlorine battery. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 46 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/82138454/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-46/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/82138454/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-46/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 04 Nov 2021 00:04:00 -0400 Everything you wanted to know about Beverage antennas with Ward Silver, N0AX

]]> Everything you wanted to know about Beverage antennas with Ward Silver, N0AX

]]> 0:18:14 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Everything you wanted to know about Beverage antennas with Ward Silver, N0AX Everything you wanted to know about Beverage antennas with Ward Silver, N0AX ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 45 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/80988715/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-45/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/80988715/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-45/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 21 Oct 2021 01:00:00 -0400 Acoustic dampening with a clever screw design. Also, a conversation about the state of amateur television with Jim Andrews, KH6HTV.

]]> Acoustic dampening with a clever screw design. Also, a conversation about the state of amateur television with Jim Andrews, KH6HTV.

]]> 0:20:18 clean Steve Ford, WB8IMY Acoustic dampening with a clever screw design. Also, a conversation about the state of amateur television with Jim Andrews, KH6HTV. Acoustic dampening with a clever screw design. Also, a conversation about the state of amateur television with Jim Andrews, KH6HTV. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 44 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/80454073/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-44/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/80454073/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-44/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 07 Oct 2021 00:15:00 -0400 A conversation with Steve Allen, KC1SA, about the how the current semiconductor shortage is impacting the world in general and amateur radio in particular.

]]> A conversation with Steve Allen, KC1SA, about the how the current semiconductor shortage is impacting the world in general and amateur radio in particular.

]]> 0:22:43 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY A conversation with Steve Allen, KC1SA, about the how the current semiconductor shortage is impacting the world in general and amateur radio in particular. A conversation with Steve Allen, KC1SA, about the how the current semiconductor shortage is impacting the world in general and amateur radio in particular. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 43 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/80386156/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-43/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/80386156/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-43/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:15:00 -0400 Glen Popiel, KW5GP, chats about his new book "Now, More Arduino for Ham Radio," and Arduino projects in general.

]]> Glen Popiel, KW5GP, chats about his new book "Now, More Arduino for Ham Radio," and Arduino projects in general.

]]> 0:22:50 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Glen Popiel, KW5GP, chats about his new book "Now, More Arduino for Ham Radio," and Arduino projects in general. Glen Popiel, KW5GP, chats about his new book "Now, More Arduino for Ham Radio," and Arduino projects in general. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 42 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/80354203/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-42/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/80354203/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-42/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 09 Sep 2021 00:15:00 -0400 ARRL Laboratory Manager Ed Hare, W1RFI, explains the new FCC RF exposure rules.

]]> ARRL Laboratory Manager Ed Hare, W1RFI, explains the new FCC RF exposure rules.

]]> 0:23:09 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY ARRL Laboratory Manager Ed Hare, W1RFI, explains the new FCC RF exposure rules. ARRL Laboratory Manager Ed Hare, W1RFI, explains the new FCC RF exposure rules. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 41 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/79590961/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-41/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/79590961/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-41/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:15:00 -0400 Speaking with Lin Holcomb, NI4Y, about his experimental station on the 8-meter band.

]]> Speaking with Lin Holcomb, NI4Y, about his experimental station on the 8-meter band.

]]> 0:22:05 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Speaking with Lin Holcomb, NI4Y, about his experimental station on the 8-meter band. Speaking with Lin Holcomb, NI4Y, about his experimental station on the 8-meter band. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 40 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/79473187/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-40/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/79473187/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-40/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 12 Aug 2021 00:15:00 -0400 VLF and rockets; a revised USB standard; discussing QMESH, a low-cost digital voice and data network, with Dr Daniel Fay, KG5VBY

]]> VLF and rockets; a revised USB standard; discussing QMESH, a low-cost digital voice and data network, with Dr Daniel Fay, KG5VBY

]]> 0:20:08 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY VLF and rockets; a revised USB standard; discussing QMESH, a low-cost digital voice and data network, with Dr Daniel Fay, KG5VBY VLF and rockets; a revised USB standard; discussing QMESH, a low-cost digital voice and data network, with Dr Daniel Fay, KG5VBY ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 39 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/79037504/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-39/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/79037504/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-39/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 29 Jul 2021 00:15:00 -0400 Getting reacquainted with receive audio filters, and a conversation with Bryant Julestrom, KC0ZNG, about his unique "AC Dummy Load" project in the July 2021 QST "Hints and Hacks" column.

]]> Getting reacquainted with receive audio filters, and a conversation with Bryant Julestrom, KC0ZNG, about his unique "AC Dummy Load" project in the July 2021 QST "Hints and Hacks" column.

]]> 0:19:11 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Getting reacquainted with receive audio filters, and a conversation with Bryant Julestrom, KC0ZNG, about his unique "AC Dummy Load" project in the July 2021 QST "Hints and Hacks" column. Getting reacquainted with receive audio filters, and a conversation with Bryant Julestrom, KC0ZNG, about his unique "AC Dummy Load" project in the July 2021 QST "Hints and Hacks" column. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 38 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/78465251/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-38/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/78465251/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-38/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:15:00 -0400 To turn off your station computer or leave it on -- that is the question. Also, Dr Brian Callahan, AD2BA, about a protocol to send binary data via Morse code.

]]> To turn off your station computer or leave it on -- that is the question. Also, Dr Brian Callahan, AD2BA, about a protocol to send binary data via Morse code.

]]> 0:21:51 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY To turn off your station computer or leave it on -- that is the question. Also, Dr Brian Callahan, AD2BA, about a protocol to send binary data via Morse code. To turn off your station computer or leave it on -- that is the question. Also, Dr Brian Callahan, AD2BA, about a protocol to send binary data via Morse code. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 37 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/77629565/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-37/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/77629565/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-37/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 01 Jul 2021 00:15:00 -0400 The mystery of Schumann Resonances, and a discussion about stealth antennas with Grant Connell, WD6CNF.

]]> The mystery of Schumann Resonances, and a discussion about stealth antennas with Grant Connell, WD6CNF.

]]> 0:23:35 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY The mystery of Schumann Resonances, and a discussion about stealth antennas with Grant Connell, WD6CNF. The mystery of Schumann Resonances, and a discussion about stealth antennas with Grant Connell, WD6CNF. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 36 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/77368072/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-36/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/77368072/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-36/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 17 Jun 2021 00:15:00 -0400 Will AM broadcasts go digital in a new way? The story of the last analog TV stations. A chat with John Stanley, K4ERO, about the low bands and the new solar cycle.

]]> Will AM broadcasts go digital in a new way? The story of the last analog TV stations. A chat with John Stanley, K4ERO, about the low bands and the new solar cycle.

]]> 0:19:32 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Will AM broadcasts go digital in a new way? The story of the last analog TV stations. A chat with John Stanley, K4ERO, about the low bands and the new solar cycle. Will AM broadcasts go digital in a new way? The story of the last analog TV stations. A chat with John Stanley, K4ERO, about the low bands and the new solar cycle. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 35 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/76820438/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-35/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/76820438/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-35/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 03 Jun 2021 00:15:00 -0400 Talking with Patrick Stoddard, WD9EWK, about the current state of amateur radio satellites, including tips for Field Day.

]]> Talking with Patrick Stoddard, WD9EWK, about the current state of amateur radio satellites, including tips for Field Day.

]]> 0:18:42 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Talking with Patrick Stoddard, WD9EWK, about the current state of amateur radio satellites, including tips for Field Day. Talking with Patrick Stoddard, WD9EWK, about the current state of amateur radio satellites, including tips for Field Day. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 34 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/76102215/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-34/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/76102215/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-34/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 20 May 2021 00:15:00 -0400 Digitally-active hams have been using the PSKReporter site on the web for many years, but few have heard from the person behind the technology, Philip Gladstone, N1DQ -- until now!

]]> Digitally-active hams have been using the PSKReporter site on the web for many years, but few have heard from the person behind the technology, Philip Gladstone, N1DQ -- until now!

]]> 0:20:57 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Digitally-active hams have been using the PSKReporter site on the web for many years, but few have heard from the person behind the technology, Philip Gladstone, N1DQ -- until now! Digitally-active hams have been using the PSKReporter site on the web for many years, but few have heard from the person behind the technology, Philip Gladstone, N1DQ -- until now! ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 33 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/75838614/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-33/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/75838614/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-33/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 06 May 2021 00:15:00 -0400 Diagnosing and treating several troublesome "patients" at W1AW with station manager Joe Carcia, NJ1Q.

]]> Diagnosing and treating several troublesome "patients" at W1AW with station manager Joe Carcia, NJ1Q.

]]> 0:22:39 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Diagnosing and treating several troublesome "patients" at W1AW with station manager Joe Carcia, NJ1Q. Diagnosing and treating several troublesome "patients" at W1AW with station manager Joe Carcia, NJ1Q. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 32 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/75299304/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-32/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/75299304/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-32/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 22 Apr 2021 00:15:00 -0400 The interesting history of Trainphone, and advice from Paul Wade, W1GHZ, about operating at 10 GHz.

]]> The interesting history of Trainphone, and advice from Paul Wade, W1GHZ, about operating at 10 GHz.

]]> 0:21:10 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY The interesting history of Trainphone, and advice from Paul Wade, W1GHZ, about operating at 10 GHz. The interesting history of Trainphone, and advice from Paul Wade, W1GHZ, about operating at 10 GHz. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 31 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/74988239/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-31/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/74988239/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-31/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:15:00 -0400 Rediscovering PSK31, and a chat with author Phil Salas, AD5X, about the new generation of vector network analyzers (VNAs).

]]> Rediscovering PSK31, and a chat with author Phil Salas, AD5X, about the new generation of vector network analyzers (VNAs).

]]> 0:20:45 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Rediscovering PSK31, and a chat with author Phil Salas, AD5X, about the new generation of vector network analyzers (VNAs). Rediscovering PSK31, and a chat with author Phil Salas, AD5X, about the new generation of vector network analyzers (VNAs). ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 30 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/74400829/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-30/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/74400829/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-30/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 25 Mar 2021 00:15:00 -0400 AM is far from dead, as this conversation with Clark Burgard, N1BCG, will demonstrate!

]]> AM is far from dead, as this conversation with Clark Burgard, N1BCG, will demonstrate!

]]> 0:24:44 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY AM is far from dead, as this conversation with Clark Burgard, N1BCG, will demonstrate! AM is far from dead, as this conversation with Clark Burgard, N1BCG, will demonstrate! ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 29 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/73182400/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-29/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/73182400/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-29/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:15:00 -0500 Do amateur radio and scientific research go together? Yes! Just ask Kristina Collins, KD8OXT.

]]> Do amateur radio and scientific research go together? Yes! Just ask Kristina Collins, KD8OXT.

]]> 0:23:10 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Do amateur radio and scientific research go together? Yes! Just ask Kristina Collins, KD8OXT. Do amateur radio and scientific research go together? Yes! Just ask Kristina Collins, KD8OXT. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 28 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/72696413/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-28/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/72696413/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-28/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:15:00 -0500 Receiving images from NOAA weather satellites; a chat with K7NVH about rockets and high-altitude balloons.

]]> Receiving images from NOAA weather satellites; a chat with K7NVH about rockets and high-altitude balloons.

]]> 0:21:17 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Receiving images from NOAA weather satellites; a chat with K7NVH about rockets and high-altitude balloons. Receiving images from NOAA weather satellites; a chat with K7NVH about rockets and high-altitude balloons. ARRL Eclectic Tech - Episode 27 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/72442355/arrl-eclectic-tech-episode-27/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/72442355/arrl-eclectic-tech-episode-27/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:15:00 -0500 "Audio devices" and your station computer; the joys of QRSS.

]]> "Audio devices" and your station computer; the joys of QRSS.

]]> 0:19:49 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY "Audio devices" and your station computer; the joys of QRSS. "Audio devices" and your station computer; the joys of QRSS. ARRL Eclectic Tech - Episode 26 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/71944845/arrl-eclectic-tech-episode-26/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/71944845/arrl-eclectic-tech-episode-26/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 28 Jan 2021 00:15:00 -0500 Synchronous AM and a chat about a clever "Fox In A Box."

]]> Synchronous AM and a chat about a clever "Fox In A Box."

]]> 0:22:13 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Synchronous AM and a chat about a clever "Fox In A Box." Synchronous AM and a chat about a clever "Fox In A Box." ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 25 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/71036906/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-25/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/71036906/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-25/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 14 Jan 2021 00:15:00 -0500 Going on the hunt for interference with ARRL Assistant Laboratory Manager Bob Allison, WB1GCM.

]]> Going on the hunt for interference with ARRL Assistant Laboratory Manager Bob Allison, WB1GCM.

]]> 0:17:41 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Going on the hunt for interference with ARRL Assistant Laboratory Manager Bob Allison, WB1GCM. Going on the hunt for interference with ARRL Assistant Laboratory Manager Bob Allison, WB1GCM. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 24 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/70423427/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-24/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/70423427/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-24/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 31 Dec 2020 00:15:00 -0500

Solid State Hard drive failures; a chat with Scott Tilley, VE7TIL, about receiving signals from the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.

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Solid State Hard drive failures; a chat with Scott Tilley, VE7TIL, about receiving signals from the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.

]]> 0:16:36 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Solid State Hard drive failures; a chat with Scott Tilley, VE7TIL, about receiving signals from the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. Solid State Hard drive failures; a chat with Scott Tilley, VE7TIL, about receiving signals from the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 23 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/69897077/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-23/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/69897077/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-23/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:15:00 -0500 Technology at station W1AW with Joe Carcia, NJ1Q. Also, 6th generation Mesh networking.

]]> Technology at station W1AW with Joe Carcia, NJ1Q. Also, 6th generation Mesh networking.

]]> 0:25:43 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Technology at station W1AW with Joe Carcia, NJ1Q. Also, 6th generation Mesh networking. Technology at station W1AW with Joe Carcia, NJ1Q. Also, 6th generation Mesh networking. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 22 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/69897075/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-22/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/69897075/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-22/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:15:00 -0500 Modern vs vintage radios with Bob Allison, WB1GCM. Also, using gravity to generate electricity.

]]> Modern vs vintage radios with Bob Allison, WB1GCM. Also, using gravity to generate electricity.

]]> 0:20:59 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Modern vs vintage radios with Bob Allison, WB1GCM. Also, using gravity to generate electricity. Modern vs vintage radios with Bob Allison, WB1GCM. Also, using gravity to generate electricity. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 21 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/68592379/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-21/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/68592379/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-21/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 19 Nov 2020 00:15:00 -0500 An unusual way to keep data servers safe; a conversation with K7NVH about HamWAN

]]> An unusual way to keep data servers safe; a conversation with K7NVH about HamWAN

]]> 0:21:09 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY An unusual way to keep data servers safe; a conversation with K7NVH about HamWAN An unusual way to keep data servers safe; a conversation with K7NVH about HamWAN ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 20 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/67861539/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-20/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/67861539/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-20/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 05 Nov 2020 00:15:00 -0500 Virtually endless power using diamonds; a chat with Paul Gilbert, KE5ZW, about amateur radio technology in public service.

]]> Virtually endless power using diamonds; a chat with Paul Gilbert, KE5ZW, about amateur radio technology in public service.

]]> 0:20:05 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Virtually endless power using diamonds; a chat with Paul Gilbert, KE5ZW, about amateur radio technology in public service. Virtually endless power using diamonds; a chat with Paul Gilbert, KE5ZW, about amateur radio technology in public service. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 19 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/67231264/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-19/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/67231264/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-19/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 22 Oct 2020 00:15:00 -0400 A celebration of radiosondes, and a discussion with Bob Allison, WB1GCM, about dc power supplies.

]]> A celebration of radiosondes, and a discussion with Bob Allison, WB1GCM, about dc power supplies.

]]> 0:22:59 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY A celebration of radiosondes, and a discussion with Bob Allison, WB1GCM, about dc power supplies. A celebration of radiosondes, and a discussion with Bob Allison, WB1GCM, about dc power supplies. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 18 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/66521859/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-18/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/66521859/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-18/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 08 Oct 2020 00:15:00 -0400 A new approach to electromagnetic shielding; a digital archive for the next 1000 years; a chat with Al Rabassa, NW2M, about keeping cool.

]]> A new approach to electromagnetic shielding; a digital archive for the next 1000 years; a chat with Al Rabassa, NW2M, about keeping cool.

]]> 0:21:00 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY A new approach to electromagnetic shielding; a digital archive for the next 1000 years; a chat with Al Rabassa, NW2M, about keeping cool. A new approach to electromagnetic shielding; a digital archive for the next 1000 years; a chat with Al Rabassa, NW2M, about keeping cool. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 17 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/66182866/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-17/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/66182866/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-17/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 24 Sep 2020 00:15:00 -0400 Identifying digital signals, and the spooky mystery of Long Delayed Echoes.

]]> Identifying digital signals, and the spooky mystery of Long Delayed Echoes.

]]> 0:18:04 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Identifying digital signals, and the spooky mystery of Long Delayed Echoes. Identifying digital signals, and the spooky mystery of Long Delayed Echoes. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 16 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/65135258/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-16/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/65135258/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-16/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 10 Sep 2020 00:15:00 -0400 A chat with Dr Jon Jones, N0JK, about 222 MHz. Is it really the "forgotten band?" Also, tips on shopping for coaxial cable.

]]> A chat with Dr Jon Jones, N0JK, about 222 MHz. Is it really the "forgotten band?" Also, tips on shopping for coaxial cable.

]]> 0:20:41 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY A chat with Dr Jon Jones, N0JK, about 222 MHz. Is it really the "forgotten band?" Also, tips on shopping for coaxial cable. A chat with Dr Jon Jones, N0JK, about 222 MHz. Is it really the "forgotten band?" Also, tips on shopping for coaxial cable. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 15 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/64377276/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-15/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/64377276/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-15/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 27 Aug 2020 00:15:00 -0400 Talking with ARRL Product Review engineer Bob Allison, WB1GCM, about shopping for HF transceivers.

]]> Talking with ARRL Product Review engineer Bob Allison, WB1GCM, about shopping for HF transceivers.

]]> 0:23:05 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Talking with ARRL Product Review engineer Bob Allison, WB1GCM, about shopping for HF transceivers. Talking with ARRL Product Review engineer Bob Allison, WB1GCM, about shopping for HF transceivers. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 14 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/63664512/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-14/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/63664512/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-14/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 13 Aug 2020 00:15:00 -0400 Combating the ever-increasing noise plague; a ham at CalTech aids in the search for mysterious Fast Radio Bursts.

]]> Combating the ever-increasing noise plague; a ham at CalTech aids in the search for mysterious Fast Radio Bursts.

]]> 0:24:25 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Combating the ever-increasing noise plague; a ham at CalTech aids in the search for mysterious Fast Radio Bursts. Combating the ever-increasing noise plague; a ham at CalTech aids in the search for mysterious Fast Radio Bursts. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 13 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/63089876/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-13/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/63089876/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-13/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 30 Jul 2020 00:15:00 -0400 Hellschreiber; charging electric cars on the fly; the state of ALE - Automatic Link Establishment

]]> Hellschreiber; charging electric cars on the fly; the state of ALE - Automatic Link Establishment

]]> 0:21:40 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Hellschreiber; charging electric cars on the fly; the state of ALE - Automatic Link Establishment Hellschreiber; charging electric cars on the fly; the state of ALE - Automatic Link Establishment ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 12 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/62009170/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-12/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/62009170/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-12/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:15:00 -0400 The allure of the long waves; an update on NextGen TV.

]]> The allure of the long waves; an update on NextGen TV.

]]> 0:19:15 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY The allure of the long waves; an update on NextGen TV. The allure of the long waves; an update on NextGen TV. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 11 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/60864874/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-11/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/60864874/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-11/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 02 Jul 2020 00:15:00 -0400 Shortwave Radiogram, remote receivers, getting more from PSKreporter

]]> Shortwave Radiogram, remote receivers, getting more from PSKreporter

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Shortwave Radiogram, remote receivers, getting more from PSKreporter Shortwave Radiogram, remote receivers, getting more from PSKreporter ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 10 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/60074804/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-10/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/60074804/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-10/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 18 Jun 2020 00:15:00 -0400 Sporadic E, antenna modeling, computer espionage, and spray-on antennas.

]]> Sporadic E, antenna modeling, computer espionage, and spray-on antennas.

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Sporadic E, antenna modeling, computer espionage, and spray-on antennas. Sporadic E, antenna modeling, computer espionage, and spray-on antennas. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 9 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/59554414/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-9/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/59554414/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-9/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 04 Jun 2020 00:15:00 -0400 CW decoding software, understanding IMD, blockchain simplified

]]> CW decoding software, understanding IMD, blockchain simplified

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY CW decoding software, understanding IMD, blockchain simplified CW decoding software, understanding IMD, blockchain simplified ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 8 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/59552851/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-8/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/59552851/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-8/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 21 May 2020 00:15:00 -0400 Re-discovering 10-meter FM and a discussion of digital "hotspots."

]]> Re-discovering 10-meter FM and a discussion of digital "hotspots."

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Re-discovering 10-meter FM and a discussion of digital "hotspots." Re-discovering 10-meter FM and a discussion of digital "hotspots." ARRL's Eclectic Tech -- Episode 7 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/58485417/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-7/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/58485417/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-7/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 07 May 2020 00:15:00 -0400 Aeronautical radio on HF; the NCDXF/IARU beacon system; SpaceX's Starlink network; putting your computer to work to search for a COVID-19 cure.

]]> Aeronautical radio on HF; the NCDXF/IARU beacon system; SpaceX's Starlink network; putting your computer to work to search for a COVID-19 cure.

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY Aeronautical radio on HF; the NCDXF/IARU beacon system; SpaceX's Starlink network; putting your computer to work to search for a COVID-19 cure. Aeronautical radio on HF; the NCDXF/IARU beacon system; SpaceX's Starlink network; putting your computer to work to search for a COVID-19 cure. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 6 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/57147409/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-6/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/57147409/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-6/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 23 Apr 2020 00:15:00 -0400 A discussion about key clicks; eavesdropping on aircraft; artificial intelligence and ham contesting.

]]> A discussion about key clicks; eavesdropping on aircraft; artificial intelligence and ham contesting.

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY A discussion about key clicks; eavesdropping on aircraft; artificial intelligence and ham contesting. A discussion about key clicks; eavesdropping on aircraft; artificial intelligence and ham contesting. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 5 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/56845276/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-5/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/56845276/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-5/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:15:00 -0400 A new distance record on 122 GHz; digital meteor scatter with MSK144; the promises -- and potential problems -- of Wireless Power Transfer technology.

]]> A new distance record on 122 GHz; digital meteor scatter with MSK144; the promises -- and potential problems -- of Wireless Power Transfer technology.

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY A new distance record on 122 GHz; digital meteor scatter with MSK144; the promises -- and potential problems -- of Wireless Power Transfer technology. A new distance record on 122 GHz; digital meteor scatter with MSK144; the promises -- and potential problems -- of Wireless Power Transfer technology. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 4 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/55965794/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-4/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/55965794/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-4/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:15:00 -0400 A potential RF treatment for Alzheimer's Disease; listening to the Sun on 20 MHz; the "WOW" signal.

]]> A potential RF treatment for Alzheimer's Disease; listening to the Sun on 20 MHz; the "WOW" signal.

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY A potential RF treatment for Alzheimer's Disease; listening to the Sun on 20 MHz; the "WOW" signal. A potential RF treatment for Alzheimer's Disease; listening to the Sun on 20 MHz; the "WOW" signal. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 3 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/55850013/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-3/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/55850013/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-3/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 12 Mar 2020 00:15:00 -0400 An introduction to JS8Call; SSTV is still going strong; all about arc-fault circuit breakers.

]]> An introduction to JS8Call; SSTV is still going strong; all about arc-fault circuit breakers.

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY An introduction to JS8Call; SSTV is still going strong; all about arc-fault circuit breakers. An introduction to JS8Call; SSTV is still going strong; all about arc-fault circuit breakers. ARRL's Eclectic Tech - Episode 2 https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/54412469/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-2/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/54412469/arrls-eclectic-tech-episode-2/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 27 Feb 2020 00:15:00 -0500 In this podcast . . . a $52,000 station computer, ham applications for Alexa, Virgin Orbit to launch a ham satellite, whales and sunspots, and an introduction to HamSCI.

]]> In this podcast . . . a $52,000 station computer, ham applications for Alexa, Virgin Orbit to launch a ham satellite, whales and sunspots, and an introduction to HamSCI.

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY In this podcast . . . a $52,000 station computer, ham applications for Alexa, Virgin Orbit to launch a ham satellite, whales and sunspots, and an introduction to HamSCI. In this podcast . . . a $52,000 station computer, ham applications for Alexa, Virgin Orbit to launch a ham satellite, whales and sunspots, and an introduction to HamSCI. Eclectic Tech https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/54220394/eclectic-tech/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/54220394/eclectic-tech/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:15:00 -0500 In our first episode, an audio sample of activity on QO-100, the first geostationary amateur radio satellite transponder; why "dirty" FM handhelds matter; a discussion about the current solar cycle, and more!

]]> In our first episode, an audio sample of activity on QO-100, the first geostationary amateur radio satellite transponder; why "dirty" FM handhelds matter; a discussion about the current solar cycle, and more!

]]> no Steve Ford, WB8IMY In our first episode, an audio sample of activity on QO-100, the first geostationary amateur radio satellite transponder; why "dirty" FM handhelds matter; a discussion about the current solar cycle, and more! In our first episode, an audio sample of activity on QO-100, the first geostationary amateur radio satellite transponder; why "dirty" FM handhelds matter; a discussion about the current solar cycle, and more! Trailer Episode ARRL's Eclectic Tech https://blubrry.com/eclectictech/54092601/trailer-episode-arrls-eclectic-tech/ http://www.blubrry.com/eclectictech/54092601/trailer-episode-arrls-eclectic-tech/ Steve Ford, WB8IMY Fri, 10 Jan 2020 08:12:00 -0500 ARRL’s biweekly Eclectic Tech podcast highlights technical and scientific topics involving amateur and non-amateur technology. The podcast often features interviews with individuals who are involved in projects of interest to radio amateurs. The host of Eclectic Tech is Steve Ford, WB8IMY.

]]> ARRL’s biweekly Eclectic Tech podcast highlights technical and scientific topics involving amateur and non-amateur technology. The podcast often features interviews with individuals who are involved in projects of interest to radio amateurs. The host of Eclectic Tech is Steve Ford, WB8IMY.

]]> 0:01:00 no Steve Ford, WB8IMY ARRL’s biweekly Eclectic Tech podcast highlights technical and scientific topics involving amateur and non-amateur technology. The podcast often features interviews with individuals who are involved in projects of interest to radio amateurs. ARRL’s biweekly Eclectic Tech podcast highlights technical and scientific topics involving amateur and non-amateur technology. The podcast often features interviews with individuals who are involved in projects of interest to radio amateurs. The host of Eclectic Tech is Steve Ford, WB8IMY.