Find out what is happening this week at NASA.

Courtesy of the Kennedy Space Center – “This Week at NASA”

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=im4wtMgDGFQ

Here is the latest (November 21st) weekly audio reports from:

1) Amateur Radio Newsline (11/20)
2) This Week In Amateur Radio (TWIAR) (11/21)
3) ARRL Audio (11/19)

Amateur Radio Newsline

You can also scroll down at the bottom of the audio player for previous weeks reports!

IN THIS WEEKS NEWSCAST

* RADIO LAW: FCC CHAIRMAN TESTIFIES ON DISTRACTED DRIVING
* RADIO RULES: FCC HOLDING WORKSHOP ON DISTRACTED DRIVERS
* THE BPL WAR: MANASSAS VA TO PULL THE PLUG ON BPL
* RESTRUCTURING: 60 METER OPERATION IN TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO
* RESTRUCTURING: INDIA EXPECTED TO EXPAND 40 METER HAM BAND
* RADIO DEDICATION: VU2DWA- 13 YEARS FROM EXAM TO LICENSE
* HAM RADIO TESTING: NEW TECHNICIAN QUESTION POOL TO BE RELEASED
* PUBLIC SERVICE: HAM VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOT HONOLULU MARATHON

This weeks newscast anchored by Don Wilbanks, AE5DW

For those that prefer a mp3 download: AMATEUR RADIO NEWSLINE(tm) REPORT

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This Week in Amateur Radio (TWIAR) #690

Audio here – Streaming

Stories covered and special features in This Weeks edition:

01. ARES/RACES teams handle flood duty in north east and mid atlantic states.
02. The UN makes if official: Montenegro now number 336 on the DXCC list.
03. Arizona & New Mexico amateurs keep a close eye on wild fires.
04. New technicial class question pool goes into effect on July first.
05. The FCC affirms a fine for marketing non-certificated CB’s as ham gear.
06. The FCC tells a New Orleans FM pirate station to get off the air “now!”
07. Post your field day 2006 pictures on the ARRL Contest Soapbox.
08. A look at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology “Free Flea”.
09. Australia to celebrate 100 years of morse over open water this month.
10. Auckland NZ, North Shore city council proposes amateur radio restrictions.
11. Technology News and Commentary with Leo Laporte.
12. TWAIR Special QSL Card is now available.
13. The Random Access Thought visits the SMARA Field Day Site with N2FNH.
14. European Space Campers chat with the ISS via amteur radio.
15. Working Amateur Radio Satellites with Bruce Paige, KK5DO from AMSAT-NA.
16. President Bush tells Homeland Security of upgrade the EAS system.
17. Special event station listings.
18. The Gateway 160 Meter Net Report with Vern Jackson, WA0RCR.
19. Weekly propagation forecast.
20. The Senate Commerce Committee defers 700mHz spectrum auction amendment.
21. More Musings with Wil Rogers, W4WLR-”Internet Controlled HF Transceivers”
22. Japan plans to implement Asimovs rules for robots.
23. A Sacremento, California FM pirate is fined by the FCC.
24. Courage Handi-Ham System Up-date with Pat Tice, WA0TDA.
25. Tower Climbing and Antenna Safety with Greg Stoddard, KF9MP.
26. LPFM antenna mistake not minor says the FCC, and affirms LPFM fine.
27. Tropospheric Ducting between Southern California/Hawaii creates pile-up.
on two meter repeater.

ARRL Audio News

Audio here – Streaming

I have just implemented a “Forum” for everyone to use. You access from the Page category in the Navigation bar above. Or Here There are many different Topics that I set up that you can read or reply to.

Topics I have created so far include: Contesting, DX, Digital Modes, Mobile, Propagation, QSL, SSB and CW Modes, Ham Shack Items, Antennas, HF and VHF/UHF radios, Accessories, For Sale/Trade/Wanted, Emergency Communications, APRS, Introductions, Help, Suggestions, and Club Related.

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An Internet forum, or message board, is an online discussion site. It originated as the modern equivalent of a traditional bulletin board, and a technological evolution of the dialup bulletin board system. From a technological standpoint, forums or boards are web applications managing user-generated content.

People participating in an Internet forum may cultivate social bonds and interest groups for a topic may form from the discussions.

Source: Wiki

This video is from the launch of STS-127 on June 15, 2009.

Atmospheric Neutral Density Experiment – 2 (ANDE-2) consists of two microsatellites launched from the Shuttle payload bay, that will measure the density and composition of the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) atmosphere while being tracked from the ground.

Data will be used to better predict the movement and decay of objects in orbit.

Originally designed as passive payloads, both satellites were turned into research projects of various participating highschools and universities. Radio Amateurs participated in the program as they acquired all satellite data transmitted via radio.

Source: Henk, PA3GUO

This link will display the APRS stations in the area. You can also track callsigns and set other options. Automatic Position Reporting System

This is a global APRS database, which archives position tracking, weather and message information collected from the APRS-IS network. Position data and routes traveled by APRS tracking stations are shown on an interactive map which can be zoomed and panned easily. New and updated data is shown on the map in real time without need to reload or refresh the page! Tracking data is stored in the database for six months.

You can also use this service to find your QTH/QRA locator (or your grid square) by simply pointing at a location on the map. Entering a QTH locator in the search box will move the map to the given location and show a rectangle containing the given locator. Short and extended locators are supported (from KP20 to KP20LE20TP).

Source: Amateur Radio Positioning System

These “young” men are the MARC Morning Crew that are on the Milford Repeater pretty much every morning Monday through Friday while we commute to work – usually from about 6:30 to 7:30 AM.

Here is another video that shows Amateur Radio equipment used in WWII. This video is sponsored by Hallicrafters, and if you have been around you know how important Hallicrafters was in the history of Amateur Radio.

This video demonstrates the Hallicrafters HT-4 that had been used by amateurs prior to WWII and modified to fill important communication needs.

Additional information here

We had our annual election at our November meeting and we elected a new president and vice president. Congratulations to Rick Colburn, NV8C who is our new President and Jeff Clemmons, KD8LZK our new Vice President (effective January 1, 2010). Jim Linn, WB8RRR and Barb Steward, KA8AXY have been re-elected to their positions.

President: Rick Colburn, NV8C
Vice President: Jeff Clemmons, KD8LZK
Treasurer: Jim Linn, WB8RRR
Secretary: Barb Steward, KA8AXY

Provided by: Ed Lowe, N8FAJ

Have you ever been to a military funeral or seen the retiring of our American flag? The flag is ceremoniously folded into 13 folds. Many believe the number 13 stands for the original 13 colonies, but in fact, each fold holds its own special meaning.

The first fold of our flag is a symbol of life.

The second fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life.

The third is made in honor and remembrance of the veteran departing our ranks who gave a portion of life for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world.

The fourth represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in times of war for His divine guidance.

The fifth is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, “Our country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.”

The sixth is for where our hearts lie, it is with our hearts that we pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

The seventh is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all her enemies, whether they are found within or without the boundaries of our republic.

The eighth is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day, and to honor mother, for whom it flies on Mother’s Day.

The ninth is a tribute to womanhood; for it has been through their faith, love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great have been molded.

The tenth is a tribute to father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of our country since they were first born.

The eleventh, in the eyes of a Hebrew citizen, represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon, and glorifies, in their eyes the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.

The twelfth, in the eyes of a Christian citizen, represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in their eyes, God the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

The thirteenth fold, when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost, reminding us of our national motto, “In God We Trust”.

Once the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it resembles the hat that the soldiers under General George Washington and the marines and sailors under Captain John Paul Jones wore. This also stands as a reminder of what all our soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, Coast Guard, and merchant marines (both active duty and National Guard/Reserves) have done and are doing today to preserve the very freedoms we enjoy.

Did you know that the red on our flag stands for valor and hardiness, the white for innocence and purity, and the blue for vigilance, perseverance, and justice?

Our veterans (both past and present), our brave men and women presently serving in the Armed Forces, and their families all deserve our undying gratitude, honor, and respect. One of the best ways to show our gratitude, honor and respect for their sacrifices is to fly the American flag. Man a mother or father or husband or wife has been handed a folded American flag that was draped on the casket of a loved one who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

God bless America, our veterans, and our troops.

Source:
Article by Bob Proud
In the Milford-Miami Advertiser

Here is the latest (November 13th) weekly AMATEUR RADIO NEWSLINE(tm) REPORT (Audio MP3)

This is a great professional audio report of the latest happenings in Amateur Radio.

IN THIS WEEKS NEWSCAST

IN THIS WEEKS NEWSCAST

* EMERGING TECHNOLOGY: NEW LED HAM RADIO LIGHT COMMUNICATIONS RECORD SET DOWN-UNDER
* HAM RADIO IN SPACE: INDIANOSIA TO LAUNCH RESCUE RADIO HAMSAT
* RESTRUCTUTRING: FINLAND ALLOWS LIMITED 4 METER ACCESS
* RESTRUCTURING: NORWAY GIVES HAMS 4 METERS
* AWARD CONFLICT: C91VM QSL ‘S FOR RECENT IOTA REJECTED
* RESCUE RADIO: I.T. HAM SPEARHEADS RESCUE RADIO TECHNOLOGY
* RADIO LAW: CONDO RESIDENTS WIN DECLATORY RULING TO KEEP TV ANTENNA
* RADIO LAW: PHILADELPHIA CELL BAN COULD IMPACT MOBILE HAMS
* HOLIDAY HAM RADIO: OH9SCL FROM SANTA CLAUS LAND

and much more…

This weeks newscast anchored by Don Carlson, KQ6FM

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