Amateur Radio for Smart People
The ionosphere is an important part of the mechanism of long-distance radio communication, acting as both a facilitator and a barrier for signals traversing the globe. This layer of the Earth’s atmosphere, charged with ions and free electrons, interacts with radio waves in ways that can extend or limit their journey across distances. Understanding the … Read more
Radio wave propagation plays a pivotal role in the world of amateur radio, dictating how signals travel over distances and ultimately determine the reach and clarity of communications. This phenomenon, governed by the principles of physics and influenced by the Earth’s atmosphere and surface, is crucial for amateur radio operators to understand and utilize effectively. … Read more
The General question of the week is from sub-element 3 (propagation) section C (ionospheric layers) [G3C02] Where on the Earth do ionospheric layers reach their maximum height? A. Where the Sun is overhead B. Where the Sun is on the opposite side of the Earth C. Where the Sun is rising D. Where the Sun … Read more
