MAKE presents: The TransistorWatch this video on YouTube Video by MAKE They electronically switch and amplify signals by harnessing the unique abilities of semiconductor materials. Their invention has transformed the world of electronics and accelerated our entry into the digital age. Behold – the Transistor! brought to you by makezine.com audio and video by Collin…
Exploding electronic components in HDWatch this video on YouTube A real geek stuff : Afroman blows up resistors, electrolytic capacitors and transistors. Don’t forget to thumbs up! The music is the final part of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 overture.
Ham Nation 39: Meet Jacob, The 14 Year-Old Wiz KidWatch this video on YouTube A chat with a young ham, a report from a near-space balloon launch, building your own breakout box, and more. Hosts: Bob Heil (K9EID), Gordon West (WB6NOA), and George Thomas (W5JDX). Guests: Jacob Keogh (KD0NVX), Amanda Alden (K1DDN), and Cheryl Lasek…
A brief ARRL’s overview of four popular generators. For the complete review, see the June 2012 issue of QST magazine. ARRL HQ
One of the series of films made by Dave Bell, W6AQ, for the ARRL. This one comes from approximately 1970. It is interesting to see how many things have changed in ham radio since then – but some things remain. ARRL HQ