Staying in touch: from SSB to satellite

Article Abstract:

Sailing ships can avail of several marine communications technologies to stay in communication with other ships or land bases. These include the radio communications devices such as the marine VHF for moderate distance communication to satellite communications systems which allow laptop computers to be used for communications.

Evaluation, Equipment and supplies, Satellite communications, Sailing ships

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Demystifying single-sideband channels

Article Abstract:

How a marine single-sideband radio, a powerful communications device at sea, functions must be understood well for the sailor to effectively use it. Knowing how to choose the right channel and the radio's capabilities will enable a sailor to communicate to the world.

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Get the ham advantage

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the use of ham radio by sailors are discussed. The advantages of the system over marine single-sideband radio are assessed and the examinations required for a Technician or General license are described.

Radio, Amateur radio stations

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