Safety networks in the spotlight: a catalyst for change
02 January, 2010 by Mark Ward, Airwave Solutions AustraliaFollowing both global and state government trends towards interoperable systems, impending budget deficits and ACMA’s plans for the 400 MHz spectrum band, now is the ideal time to reassess Australia’s safety communications infrastructure with the view to making wholesale improvements. Mark Ward, business development manager for Airwave Solutions Australia, explores the possibilities of a common network platform.
Metering gateways
15 October, 2009 byOutpost Central and Sierra Wireless have introduced a series of wireless communication solutions for smart utility metering, enabling utilities to collect data on energy and water consumption, and consumers to make choices about their energy use.
OneWireless R120 process control system
17 August, 2009Honeywell has introduced the latest version of its OneWireless industrial mesh network system for manufacturing facilities. OneWireless R120 is claimed to feature the process industry’s first redundant wireless system gateway, a prerequisite for wireless process control.
Wireless network monitoring
29 April, 2009 byThe OneBase InSite product family enables wireless operators to monitor cell sites remotely, identifying performance degradation before it affects network integrity.
Base station cabinets
29 April, 2009 byAndrew is expanding its integrated cabinet product range for wireless networks with multiple size offerings that feature cooling techniques for added protection at lower cost.
Wireless network
28 April, 2009 byBanner has introduced SureCross wireless network, the first wireless platform built from the ground up for industry — featuring RF design, power management features and robust communications integrity.
Wireless network
28 April, 2009 byBanner has introduced SureCross wireless network, the first wireless platform built from the ground up for industry — featuring RF design, power management features and robust communications integrity.
Wireless connectivity
08 April, 2009 byThe airClient 241 wireless customer premise equipment is now available.
Technique finds gaps in wireless networks
02 December, 2008A technique developed at Rice University and Hewlett-Packard Laboratories allows Wi-Fi architects to test and refine their layouts using readily available information.
Open switch and control platform
02 July, 2008The R&SOSP is an open platform for fast and easy implementation of RF switch and control tasks. Different models and optional modules make the platform suitable for a wide range of applications. It can transition from simple RF switch functions to the complex RF wiring of EMC systems, for example.
Vehicle communication
01 June, 2008The F210 is a rugged single Eurocard CompactPCI GSM/GPS/UART interface that needs only one slot on the CompactPCI bus.
Wireless network protection
01 June, 20083Com’s AirProtect wireless intrusion prevention system (WIPS) addresses security threats to corporate information from unsecured Wi-Fi networks.
Synthesiser series
01 June, 2008Miteq has introduced the SLFS synthesiser series that is a compact and economical solution for SATCOM and communication systems.
Plans for Australia’s biggest technology precinct
07 April, 2008Industry and Enterprise Minister Francis Logan has unveiled the blueprint for Australia’s biggest technology precinct and the only one dedicated to information and communications technology.
7 in 8 WCDMA operators have launched HSPA
14 March, 2008Seven in every eight commercial 3G/WCDMA operators have launched HSPA, according to the 3G/WCDMA-HSDPA Fact Sheet published by GSA — the Global mobile Suppliers Association.
