Telecommunications
In the latest episode of Icom’s “Fact or Fiction with Captain Kelly,” a pressing question is addressed that tangles with both maritime communication norms and legal nuances. For a brief explanation what’s true and what’s false into the often misunderstood regulations surrounding the use of handheld VHF radios on land is explored. Featuring Captain…
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Fact or Fiction with Captain Kelly: Motor Yacht Captain Kelly Gordon Delves Into VHF Radio’s Line-of-Sight Challenges
How does the line-of-sight limitation of VHF radio impact communication in remote or obstructed areas? Award-winning motor yacht captain and social media influencer, Captain Kelly Gordon, delved into the importance of understanding VHF radio’s line-of-sight constraints for effective communication, especially in areas without cell coverage. “If they’re on the other side of the hill,…
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Wavelengths: Innovating the Foundations of Industry 4.0 Part II
In Part II of this exciting chat through the trends and digital transformation taking shape to build industry 4.0, host Daniel J. Litwin continues the conversation with CEO of TribalScale, Sheetal Jaitly. As discussed in Part I, there are evolutions occurring to the foundations of technologies which help move the entire industry into digital landscape…
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Wavelengths: Has Federal Funding Solved Rural Broadband Connectivity Issues?
The availability of broadband in rural areas remains a big area of concern. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has seemingly addressed the issue by providing funding through RDOF, or the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, but the initiative isn’t exactly foolproof. In this new episode of Wavelengths, an Amphenol Broadband podcast, host Daniel Litwin chatted with…
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Wavelengths: RDOF and Broadband Deployment in the US.
RDOF, the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund, is a critical piece of federal funding for broadband initiatives. RDOF already allocated round one of funding. Still, as round two gets underway, Wavelengths asked Tyler Cooper, Editor in Chief of BroadbandNow, to provide an eagle-eye view on RDOFs past and present to form some actionable strategies for the…
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Solutions to Broadband Access: Mapping the Digital Divide
Improving broadband access is a major initiative in the U.S. Last year’s infrastructure bill included substantial dollars to make it more accessible. Bill Price, the Vice President of Government Solutions for LightBox, joined Wavelengths host Daniel Litwin to discuss access and funding. Price, a broadband mapping architect, managed the development of one of the most…
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Wavelengths: Beyond RDOF—A Look at Government-Funded Broadband Programs
The Biden administration’s ten-year plan to deliver high-speed internet access across rural America is already off to a head start with the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund(RDOF).Wavelengths’Daniel J. Litwin and Diana Goovaerts, Senior Editor of Fierce Wireless/Fierce Telecom, spoke about other government-funded programs that are available to make broadband a reality for all. With phase one…
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Boxlight’s Virtual Simulation: Exploring Elementary Geometry
In today’s digital age, educational technology is transforming the way we approach learning, making it more interactive, engaging, and effective. One such innovative solution is Boxlight’s 3D virtual simulation kits, aiming to revolutionize elementary geometry lessons. A Complementary Path for K-5 Geometry Keeping in mind the K-5 geometry curriculum standards, Boxlight has an extensive…
Mastering the Essentials of Guest Login in Recruit: A Guide for Educators
For educators navigating the realms of modern technology tools, guest login options, particularly in Recruit, have proved to be a valuable resource. While this feature offers ease of access, especially in scenarios where students are transient listeners, like in after-school programs or one-day camps, it’s essential to understand its capabilities and limitations thoroughly. The…
The Art of Kite Building: An Engaging way to Teach Engineering with Composing Polyhedron’s Kit
If you’re searching for an educational activity that combines fun, creativity, and scientific learning, look no further: kite building with the Composing Polyhedron’s kite expansion kit is exactly what you need. Learning through Fun – A Unique Approach with Kite Building As the sun shines and summer sets in, it’s time to add a…
Exploring 3D Design in Early Education with Tinkercad
When it comes to nurturing creativity and innovative problem-solving in the classroom, the importance of design-based learning cannot be overstated. And the good news? Even the youngest students can participate in design challenges. The key lies in simplifying the learning process with user-friendly tools, such as Tinkercad’s scribble tool. Starting Simple: The Scribble Tool…
