[K3PZN-List] Stu's, W3STU, presentation scheduled for Monday's CCARC meeting

[Ed K3CAV]

Sign me up for a presentation on lightining protection.  A little late, but 
always good to know.  I even have a prop I can bring him.

Ed K3CAV
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Peter Morton" <mortonph at comcast.net>
To: "Carroll County Amateur Radio Club" <k3pzn-list at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2010 3:01 PM
Subject: [K3PZN-List] Stu's, W3STU,presentation scheduled for Monday's CCARC 
meeting


> Hello all-
>
> At the September CCARC meeting, photos were shown of various member's
> stations.  When I saw Stu's station, I instantly recognized a professional
> installation, especially, his antenna installation and protection of
> feedlines and rotor control cables entering his home.  I emailed Stu the 
> day
> after the meeting and we exchanged emails concerning lightning protection.
> It was quite apparent that Stu is a pro in the fields of EMC
> (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and EMI (Electromagnetic Interference).  I
> proposed that he give a presentation to the club.  See one paragraph of 
> his
> response below:
>
> "I'd be happy to give a presentation at a meeting. I could talk on quite a
> few topics. Lightning and surge protection is a good one if that's the
> desire. I could also discuss virtually any and all aspects of RF
> interference. On the amateur side, I've given presentations to other clubs
> and at the Maryland State Radio Convention. Professionally, I've worked in
> design and test of spacecraft and military systems for 25 years with 
> another
> 5 years in broadcast engineering. I've been an independent EMI/EMC
> consultant for the past 2 and one-half years working with military,
> aerospace, telecom, and industrial clients."
>
> I think everyone should be aware of the various sources of electrical 
> surges
> that can damage radio equipment and other devices connected to power lines
> and outdoor antennas.  Not all are willing to spend the money required for 
> a
> professional installation, but all should be at least aware of what events
> can occur and what can be done to prevent damage from lightning and
> power-line surges.
>
> HAMFEST BALLOON LAUNCH
>
> Stu was very involved in the Hamfest balloon launch.  I wasn't directly
> involved with the launch but I heard Stu on the repeater constantly giving
> azimuth, altitude, and rate of ascent/descent info.
>
> So, to get up to speed on these topics, come to the meeting Monday!
>
> -Pete, W3GVX
>
>
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