HDNet to Provide Live Coverage of the Launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis Nov 13, 2009
Also onboard is the Commercial Orbital Transportation Services (COTS) Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Communication Unit which was integrated in preparation for future flights to the orbiting laboratory. The unit allows for communication between the International Space Station, other spacecraft, and ground-based mission control. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Defence posers cloud 3G auction Oct 10, 2009
The high-level monitoring committee for vacation of spectrum is expected to meet soon to consider the objections of defence authorities to proposed harmonisation of ultra high frequency band 698-806 MHz as this is a tactical band used by defence services all over India. If the defence-related issues are not resolved soon, the Prime Ministers Office and the empowered group of ministers on 3G may have to step in, according to highly-placed government sources who do not wish to be... (India Times)
Coroner: Dogs Killed Man Aiding Dying Wife Aug 19, 2009
Why not provide those electronic devices that emitt an ultra high frequency noise that dogs can't stand. They're small, inexpensive and easy to use. (CBS News -- US)
RFID Market Rides High on Government Support, Finds Frost & Sullivan Aug 6, 2009
"Ultra high frequency (UHF) is now the emerging technology, as various mandates in the retail industry are leading to its extensive adoption," remarks Oswal. "Improvisations on overall tag architecture and form factors have also benefited the RFID inlay industry, increasing growth.". (PR Newswire)
In Wake of Digital TV Transition, LG Electronics Continues to Help Consumers Through Call Center, How-to Web Sites and Zenith Converter Donations Jul 21, 2009
"Four dozen Zenith "Silver Sensor" UHF antennas were donated in support of a community effort to ensure digital TV reception in St. Louis, the largest TV market entirely served by Ultra High Frequency (UHF) signals from full-power digital TV broadcasters (meaning that all TV channels in UHF-only markets are located on Channel 13 or higher.)"We sincerely appreciate the donation of Zenith UHF antennas to help St. Louis viewers who may be having trouble receiving the new digital signals," said... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Emergency communications options explored Jul 2, 2009
Montgomery County agencies currently use two different systems, with law enforcement using UHF (ultra high frequency) systems while fire, EMS and rescue use VHF (very high frequency). While this system has worked fairly well for many years, it does have problems, most serious being dead spots across the county where responders can t get radio signals. (Troy Montgomery Herald, NC)
Ecma International starts TV White Spaces Standard Mar 18, 2009
Since the standard leverages frequencies allocated for television services in the Ultra High Frequency (UHF) bands, it inherits superior propagation characteristics to penetrate walls for improved coverage. CogNeA contributed its specification to Ecmas that will further develop it and plans to finalise the 1st edition for publication by the end of 2009. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Proposed 911 radio towers estimated at $21.6 million (29) Mar 2, 2009
The new towers would support an ultra high frequency (UHF) signal. It is an ideal band for public safety agencies, Allen said. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
Digital TV conversion delayed Feb 27, 2009
UHF stands for Ultra High Frequency and includes channels 14-51. Most DTV stations use channels in the UHF band. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
