Article The data evolution continues 4th January 2013 Myriad applications developed in recent decades have allowed LMR systems to shed their “voice-only” label. Meanwhile, broadband technologies like LTE promise an even brighter data future.
Article Using radio-frequency pattern matching to nab terrorists 4th January 2013 High-accuracy indoor location technology works extremely well in non-line-of-sight conditions, such as dense urban and indoor environments, where GPS-based solutions face severe challenges.
Commentary Looking back on the most compelling stories of 2012 26th December 2012 This is the time of year when most of us reflect on what transpired during the past 12 months, as we look forward to what will unfold in the next year. With that in mind, we thought we’d share with our readers our choices for the most compelling stories of 2012.
Article DHS gives batteries a jolt 20th December 2012 Researchers are helping to develop a thin-battery material that can be integrated into a first responder’s clothing and other form factors, opening a new world of technological possibilities.
News Briefs: RCA announces award winners 4th December 2012 Also, GTX develops tracking device; Partnership to give students safe transport options
News Trial seeks to provide hard data to answer FCC’s indoor-location questions 27th November 2012 Theory is that a hybrid solution is the best approach and that Assisted GPS will be the primary technology. But questions persist as to what is the best secondary technology.
Article Tracking the evolution of package tracking 8th November 2012 Like many of the packages they carry, how UPS and FedEx track our stuff has come a long, long way.
Article Quick-switch radio with Gobi radio technology 8th November 2012 Both UPS’s DIAD V and FedEx’s Star IV/PowerPad handheld computers incorporate Gobi radio technology.
Article How GLANSER works 8th November 2012 Several technologies converge in an electronic device known as a Geospatial Locator Unit that is worn by firefighters.
Article New technology improves firefighter location 8th November 2012 Nothing is more frightening to firefighters — or those who command them — than becoming lost or disoriented during a blaze. To the rescue — quite literally — comes the DHS, with its new GLANSER technology.
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Is LMR the best solution for first responders? Should 4.9 GHz license go to the FirstNet Authority? 3 24th March 2024
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