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August 12, 2026

The Magic of Magnetic Loop Antennas

Bill Powell, W9WRP, explains the operating principle, tuning, selectivity, directionality, and practical advantages of magnetic loop antennas for amateur radio and space-constrained installations.

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August 12, 2026

Portable Backup Solar Generation Systems for Hams

Rusty, KJ6AMR, explains how to size and build portable solar backup power for amateur radio, including LiFePO4 batteries, PV panels, charge controllers, wiring, connectors, inverters, and radio duty-cycle calculations.

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