Base station antenna
01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Maser Technology Group
Ubidyne and Kathrein have teamed to develop an integrated broadband wireless base station antenna.
GPRS alarm modem
01 June, 2008 | Supplied by: Weidmuller Pty Ltd
General packet radio service (GPRS) technology allows devices to communicate with one another without the need for extensive cabling. Weidmüller’s GPRS alarm module IE-GPRS-I/O monitors plant and installations, reporting deviations automatically or on request.
2.3 GHz marketing plan released
16 May, 2008
The Australian Communications and Media Authority has developed a draft marketing plan proposing a revised technical framework (or operating conditions) for spectrum licensees in the 2.3 GHz band.
Handheld range
05 May, 2008 | Supplied by: GME Pty Ltd
GME has announced the addition of three handheld radios to the 477 MHz range.
Temperature monitoring — for many years
01 May, 2008
One RF Technology has developed a low-power wireless temperature monitoring solution using ZigBee and offering many years of autonomous operating time with a standard lithium AA battery.
Wide-range astronomy antenna
30 April, 2008
A new antenna structure that works in a wide range of frequencies has been presented by researchers from Carlos III University of Madrid (UC3M) in collaboration with the National Astronomical Observatory in Spain.
400 MHz band under review
28 April, 2008
The Australian Communications and Media Authority has taken the first public step in reviewing arrangements in the radio frequency spectrum from 403–520 MHz by seeking public and industry comment on options for its future use.
Radios for Chile gold mines
15 April, 2008
Benbro Electronics has shipped a batch of UHF radio transmitters and receivers for a trial of the Linatex hose-wear monitor in two gold and copper mines in Chile.
Wireless solutions group appoints CTO
07 April, 2008
Radio Frequency Systems (RFS) has appointed André Doll as its chief technology officer. Based in Paris, Doll assumes responsibility for the company’s R&D and project management resources worldwide.
Antenna range
07 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Electrotest Ltd
Til-Tek has available a range of antennas that operate in the 400 MHz to 5.8 GHz bands. The range includes yagis, adjustable and fixed sector panels, bidirectional panels, omni-directional, and parabolic dishes.
Plans for Australia’s biggest technology precinct
07 April, 2008
Industry and Enterprise Minister Francis Logan has unveiled the blueprint for Australia’s biggest technology precinct and the only one dedicated to information and communications technology.
Portable mine detector system developed
04 April, 2008
The Sundance SMT365 DSP module is being used to help develop portable humanitarian mine detector (PHMD) technology. The PHMD system uses a pulse induction metal detector combined with a ground-penetrating radar array to discriminate between minimum metal antipersonnel mines and small metal clutter.
7 in 8 WCDMA operators have launched HSPA
14 March, 2008
Seven in every eight commercial 3G/WCDMA operators have launched HSPA, according to the 3G/WCDMA-HSDPA Fact Sheet published by GSA — the Global mobile Suppliers Association.
Wireless scent
12 March, 2008
Using the principles of wireless communication, aro.logik claims to take scenting to a new level of automation and customisation. Working with the robust radiofrequency communication capabilities of ZigBee technology, it creates a wireless network of scent diffusers which can be managed via remote access giving complete control over multiple scent zones.
Two-way radios
10 March, 2008 | Supplied by: RS
RS has released the Motorola Talkabout T5509R. Built to withstand outdoor use, the radio has a range of features including 1 W transmit power and up to 7 km line of sight range. It is supplied with a pair of handy belt clips for greater portability and convenience.
