BARRETT NEWS

Beyond the blackout: are power distributors underestimating the effectiveness of their backup communications?

When the power goes out, communication becomes everything.

PACE comms strategy: Why HF radio is vital for emergency response

Choosing the right Primary, Alternate, Contingency, and Emergency (PACE) comms strategy is critical for improving the response to critical incidents.

Eliminating empty zones: Why HF radio remains critical in remote desert areas

Securing reliable communications across vast desert areas that lack the necessary infrastructure can be complicated. In these so-called ‘empty zones’, which can extend for thousands of kilometres, alternative comms systems must be put in place to ensure vital personnel can remain in contact.

Why naval vessels would be all at sea without HF radio

To protect its citizens, regional defence forces must be well-equipped and well-maintained. When coordinating military operations, evacuations, and relief efforts, communications systems are crucial.

Why one tiny town in Australia is an HF radio powerhouse

Wiluna is 1,000km from Perth and has a population in the hundreds. Despite this, it is home to test and transmission sites for internationally significant communication systems.

Caribbean nations adopt Australian emergency response tech, systems

In the Caribbean, Australian-made goods are often synonymous with quality. For emergency management teams tasked with saving lives and property, quality is key and that’s why they’re choosing Barrett Communications.

RADIO COMMS ARTICLES

Building a radio network for community-based environmental alerts

Learn how to build an HF radio network for community alerts. Explore emergency frequencies, training, and protocols to enhance disaster resilience

Cognitive Radio: Smart Solutions for Spectrum Congestion

The surge in demand for wireless communication has led to significant spectrum congestion. Cognitive radio technology offers a smart solution to this problem by intelligently identifying and switching to available channels, enhancing spectrum efficiency and mitigating congestion.

Advanced HF Radio Propagation Techniques: Mastering Long-Distance Communications

High-frequency (HF) radio wave propagation is crucial for long-distance communication.

How HF radios aid in coastal surveillance and security

Effective coastal surveillance and security are critical for ensuring marine operations and saving lives at sea.

Why tactical radios matter in multi-domain operations

Discover how HF and VHF tactical radios keep land, sea, air, and cyber forces connected and resilient in multi-domain operations.

How HF radios enable environmental research in extreme locations

HF radios provide reliable communication for researchers in remote areas like Antarctica, deserts, and rain-forests where other networks do not have coverage or can fail.