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Comms industry input to the 'Bushfires' Royal Commission
Communications and disaster management experts have outlined steps that should be taken to improve Australia's mission-critical communications environment. [ + ]
Canberra provides $37.1m emergency comms boost
The federal government has announced funding of $37.1 million to improve communications resilience during natural disasters, including satcoms and more backup power. [ + ]
NSW Critical Communications Enhancement Program update
The NSW Telco Authority has continued to roll out the CCEP during the COVID-19 outbreak, with 50 sites operational and hundreds more under design or construction. [ + ]
Getting the most out of spectrum resources
The RFUANZ is encouraging all users of radio spectrum to take heed of the opportunities provided by dynamic spectrum access proposals, Corey Weir writes. [ + ]
The critical need to accelerate PSMB deployments globally
Countries can quickly deploy mission-critical broadband networks if they choose the right operating models and the right incentives, says PSN's Jason Karp. [ + ]
Adjusting to the 'new normal'
ARCIA has been assisting members and the wider industry with advocacy on licence renewal relief, membership extensions and changes to events, Hamish Duff says. [ + ]
Ultra-low power Wi-Fi connectivity for IoT devices
New Wi-Fi technology can transmit data at 2 megabits per second over a range of up to 21 metres using just 28 microwatts of power. [ + ]
Electron effect produced with photons
Researchers have produced a synthetic Hall effect that boosts radio signal strength in one direction, while stopping and absorbing signals in the other direction. [ + ]
Smart cows, comms and the IoT
As the IoT grows and mission-critical applications play a more dominant role, communications devices manufacturers will face pressure to ensure product reliability. [ + ]
Comms Connect update — tackling the challenges
We're taking steps to continue providing the best options for the Comms Connect delegate, sponsor and exhibitor family. [ + ]
Private networks set new standards
Nokia deploys a 450 MHz PoC LTE network for a Polish power grid operator, while Fujitsu rolls out a private 5G network at a Japanese facility. [ + ]
Work to begin on Finland's PSMB system
Finland's public safety comms operator, Erillisverkot, has awarded 10-year contracts to Elisa and Ericsson for the Virve 2.0 public safety network. [ + ]
Cross-technology comms for the IoT
Researchers have developed a framework that enables different wireless technologies to communicate directly with each other. [ + ]
Indoor location of rescue forces in distress
Scientists have developed technology to locate personnel inside buildings without having to rely upon continuous GPS signals. [ + ]
Accurate measurements for 5G communications
New NIST testbeds are helping to define how 5G communications will safely interact with other technologies such as 4G, GPS, Wi-Fi and radar. [ + ]
