ARRL's Eclectic Tech -- Episode 61

Synchronizing clocks with cosmic rays; generating power with graphene; "vascular" antennas; listening to VLF signals with the NASA Inspire project (https://theinspireproject.org) receiver kit.

VARAC -- a new way to chat digitally on HF; antennas for Europa; beaming power from Earth orbit.

A discussion with lightning protection expert Ron Block, NR2B.

Norm Fusaro, W3IZ, discusses his experience with antenna system "downsizing."

The Carrington Event of 1859 ranks among the most intense solar eruptions in recorded history. As we approach the peak of the current Solar Cycle, which is estimated to occur in 2026, could it happen again?

What's old is new again: Coherent CW. David Kazdan, AD8Y, explains how his research group at Case Western Reserve University is adapting this vintage mode for a 21st century application.

Hamvention 2022 roundup with Pascal Villeneuve, VA2PV, the QST magazine Product Review editor.

Dr Brian Callahan, AD2BA, discusses a proposal to embed data into SSTV images. Also, "lens" antennas for UHF and above.

ARRL's Radiosport Manager Bart Jahnke, W9JJ, describes a brand new on-the-air contest for digital communicators that will debut on June 4.Also, coming on the heels of 5G technology, 6G has appeared on the horizon.

Who was Wes Schum? According to Nick Tusa, K5EF, he was one of the unsung heroes of amateur radio. Find out why.