The new WordPress-based slvarc.org web site continues to grow as I convert content from the old Joomla-based site. It’s been taking longer than I had expected, but new posts and features appear every week.
Archives for April 2014
1/12–wave Matching for a Dipole: Why Bother?
During my recent presentation, I showed how the 1/12–wavelength matching technique using a short length of 50- and 75-ohm coax could be used to get a 1:1 match to 50 ohms
Glen KG0T Busts Antenna Myths
Glen KG0T was the highlight of the April 11, 2014, Club Meeting as he busted myths related to antennas and transmission-line matching. Here you will find the slides from his presentation.
Antenna Myths and Magic
The featured speaker at tomorrow’s Club Meeting will be Glen KG0T: The talk will discuss some very popular myths relating to antennas, and attempt to debunk them. Some topics may
Field Day Planning Progress
The 2014 Field day team had their first meeting last month. Everything is progressing nicely since we started nice and early. There is a need for a Station Captains for an