To most radio broadcast engineers, FM transmitting antennas are both slightly mysterious and rather fascinating. There are several fundamental designs plus differences in materials, testing, placement, and operational maintenance. Bill Harland from Electronics Research, Inc. (ERI) provides a wealth of information and photos to point out key concepts with FM antennas. This episode is packed with information that every radio engineer should know!
Show notes:
- Antenna Planning Tools
- Antenna System White Papers
- ERI “Rototiller” Antenna – Name controversy? [YouTube video]
- TWiRT coverage of the Engineer's Seminar & Tribute to the FM Master Antenna
- Video about ERI from the Economic Development Coalition of SW Indiana
Guest
Bill Harland – Vice President of Marketing at Electronics Research, Inc.
Hosts
Chris Tobin, IP-Solutionist
Kirk Harnack, The Telos Alliance, Delta Radio, & South Seas Broadcasting
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