Sunday, 14 December 2014

Possible State-Side Applications For A Military Antenna

By Claudine Hodges


Soldiers and technicians all over the United States have developed and tested a wide assortment of communications equipment. This equipment, such as a military antenna, has more than tactical purposes. Many private businesses can utilize this same technology, even purchasing their equipment through merchants who represent the Department of Defense.

For private aircraft or helicopters, the portable VHF/GPS is ideal. Carrying VHF frequencies up to 137 MHz, and being made to fit a 26.5 dB gain GPS panel mount, means it can be utilized on a variety of craft including helicopters and gliders. Those who travel the world on a yacht caught up to the necessity of GPS technology right away.

The UHF/DECT is a base station whip-style which works on 1.88 to 1.98 gigahertz, or 1880 to 1980 megahertz frequencies. This style is often utilized on ground vehicles, which makes them useful for delivery companies, taxi drivers, as well as school and city buss systems. Pretty much any industry which utilizes local vehicle-based travel will find the DECT useful in their day-to-day business.

For the daily household application, a UHF/W-LAN is the perfect item of technological equipment that the whole family can use. These antennas can keep the whole family connected through wifi signals that make cell phones and computers all part of the household communication program. The old-fashioned dinner bell has gone digital.

Many modern conveniences have their history in war-time applications, as this is when technological advancements have always increased ten-fold. These leaps in modernization have occurred in the medical industry as well as automobiles and the development of urban infrastructure. In fact, the highway system itself was originally developed by Dwight D. Eisenhower in order to move equipment more efficiently from East to West across the United States, in preparation for deployment.

Previously used items such as old tackle and gun-metal boxes are always available at surplus stores all over. Whether purchasing for a recently returned Veteran, or for an old Sailor, this is one location where this type of technology can be found. It is not difficult to find more up-to-date tools for less when shopping the Army Surplus Store for computer equipment.

Much of the newer equipment is truly built to last, as it had to endure the harsh conditions of the Arabian desert. Many improvements were developed during the years before the first and second Gulf Wars. Anyone old enough to remember the first war, Desert Storm, knows how many problems arose due to the infiltration of fine particles of sand and dust getting into both mechanical and electronic tools.

When choosing gifts this Holiday season, whether for an old soldier or a newly returning Veteran, be sure and visit your local Army/Navy surplus stores. You just might be surprised at what Uncle Sam has lined up these days. It is not just a place to buy combat boots or a costume for the next Halloween party, but also a place to stay up-to-date on the latest technology.




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