Shortwave radio is often used by the military, emergency services and industries that require extremely robust long-distance communication without external infrastructure. But the half-loop ...
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provides more detail about the flare's energy level. Following the eruption of an X-class solar flare, shortwave radio blackouts were observed over southern Africa, the area illuminated by the sun ...
An electronically restored vintage 1940s Philco wooden tabletop tube radio showcasing an unusual design with a sloping front panel. This radio tunes three bands: AM broadcast, police, and shortwave.