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Ham Radio Reveals Senior Slip in Innovation Research

Posted: 20 Apr 2016 09:36 AM PDT
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...search.520339/

More than 20 years ago, a Boston University scientist reported a new
antenna approach from fractal shapes, using his amateur radio hobby to
develop and test the exotic option. Since then, the invention has seen
multi-millions in commercial sales, defense use at the highest levels, and
wide adoption by the DIY ‘maker’ community, with over a million ‘how-to’
views on youtube video. But interest by other hams? Not so much.



Inventor Nathan Cohen, himself on expert on innovation, was puzzled by...



Ham Radio Reveals ‘Senior Slip’ in Innovation Research

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Win an FT-991 in the 2016 Dayton Game!

Posted: 20 Apr 2016 08:34 AM PDT
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...n-game.520360/

Are you going to the 2016 Dayton Hamvention? If so and you would like to
win a FT-991, heres your chance! We will also have people at the Hamvention
handing out prizes randomly to people who are wearing the t-shirts. Random
prizes include (but are not limited to):


8GB flash drives
hats
mouse pads
water bottles
even a HT radio!


Get detailed...

Win an FT-991 in the 2016 Dayton Game!

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FEMA Seeking Input on NIMS Refresher

Posted: 19 Apr 2016 11:13 AM PDT
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...resher.520345/

FEMA’s National Integration Center is currently soliciting public feedback
for the National Incident Management System (NIMS) refresh. This National
Engagement Period will conclude at 5:00 pm EDT on May 9, 2016. National
engagement provides an opportunity for interested parties to comment on the
draft of the refreshed NIMS, so that it reflects the collective expertise
and experience of the whole community.



You can download the proposed draft and submit your comments at this
link:...



FEMA Seeking Input on NIMS Refresher

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100 Watts and a Wi Episode 39 is posted

Posted: 19 Apr 2016 11:10 AM PDT
http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?thre...posted.520344/

On this episode of 100 Watts and a Wire, the importance of listening and
learning from the relief effort in Ecuador. Also, Christian recaps last
weekends 100 Watts and a Wire Activity Days and a lesson learned about
adjusting an amp.



http://100wattsandawire.com/100-watt...wire/episode39



100 Watts and a Wire ® is a weekly podcast celebrating amateur radio. The
show features topical conversation, interviews, news and an entertaining
look at the adventures of a ham trying to...



100 Watts and a Wi Episode 39 is posted