Amateur Radio for Smart People
Introduction The invention of the transistor in 1947 marked a turning point in the history of electronics. This tiny semiconductor device, capable of amplifying and switching electronic signals, revolutionized the world of electronics, paving the way for smaller, more efficient, and more reliable equipment. In the realm of amateur radio, the transition from vacuum tubes … Read more
In 1895, Guglielmo Marconi achieved a feat that would forever change the way humanity communicates: he developed the first practical system for long-distance radio signaling. Marconi’s pioneering work demonstrated that information could be transmitted over vast distances without wires, using electromagnetic waves. This groundbreaking invention not only laid the foundational principles for modern radio technology … Read more
The electromagnetic spectrum represents an expansive continuum of all electromagnetic waves, organized by their frequency or wavelength. This spectrum covers everything from the shortest gamma rays to the longest radio waves, each with unique properties and applications. We will introduce this spectrum, with a particular focus on the segments allocated for amateur radio. By understanding … Read more
