Hacker News with Generative AI: Ham Radio

Ham Radio 101: What is WSPR? (onallbands.com)
WSPR stands for Weak Signal Propagation Reporter—a protocol implemented in a computer program used for weak-signal radio communication between hams.
Ham Radio, Radio Communication, Amateur Radio, Technology, WSPR
167 points by peter_d_sherman 14 days ago | 67 comments
Ham radio enthusiasts who help keep the NYC Marathon running smoothly (popsci.com)
By any metric, the New York Marathon is an immense production. The 50,000+ runners who are starting the race on Sunday November 3 make this the world’s largest marathon.
Marathon, Ham Radio, Events
45 points by wglb 17 days ago | 8 comments
My Experience Getting Licensed in Ham Radio (2020) (beckystern.com)
I just got my ham radio license! I started studying for my ham radio test at the suggestion of my friend David, who was also studying for his first license at the time. He made a strong pitch to my technological curiosity and urban survivalist interests by suggesting we could potentially communicate with each other without the assistance of the power grid or cell tower networks.
Ham Radio, Hobbies, Technology, Urban Survival
99 points by nativeit 57 days ago | 48 comments
Goodwatch – A Ham Radio Wristwatch (2020) (kk4vcz.com)
Ham Radio, Wearables, Technology, Gadgets
131 points by austinallegro 144 days ago | 31 comments