Articles by John Oncea

1. Neutralizing Drone Swarms With Radio Waves 1/10/2025

   The RFDEW is designed to detect, track, and neutralize threats across land, air, and sea with near-instantaneous effects at distances of more than half a mile, costing about 13 cents per shot.

2. Banning Chinese Software, Hardware In Connected Vehicles Sold In The U.S. 1/7/2025

   Connected vehicles improve safety and the driving experience. However national security concerns have led to a proposed ban in key communications and automated driving system software or hardware from China and Russia.

3. AVs, CVs Relying More On Radar Technology, Rigorous Testing Needed 1/7/2025

   Advanced radar technologies are revolutionizing autonomous vehicle development, enabling safer and more reliable sensor systems that can detect objects and navigate complex environments under diverse conditions.

4. Understanding Satellite Orbits And Why We Need All Of Them 12/23/2024

   You know L1 and L2 and polar and MEO. L3 and L4 and halo and GEO. But do you recall, the most famous orbit of all?

5. Understanding The Importance Of Oscillators In Communication Technology 12/18/2024

   Oscillators ensure frequency stability in communication devices by generating precise reference signals, reducing drift, and enabling syncronization, modulation, and clarity.

6. 90 Years Of Border Blasting: A Look At The Fascinating History Of Border Radio 12/17/2024

   Mexican border radio, also known as border blasters, emerged in the 1930s and significantly shaped American and Mexican popular culture for decades.

7. Lab For Rent: The Rise Of Lab as a Service 12/9/2024

   Lab as a Service allows companies to rent laboratory infrastructure resulting in increased efficiency, reduced costs, and a higher quality of testing.

8. How To Keep The Lights On With Smart Grids And Drones 12/5/2024

   Oak Ridge National Laboratory is driving innovation to create a secure, efficient, and resilient smart grid capable of meeting future energy demands while supporting clean energy transitions.

9. Saying Goodbye To The Year That Was 12/4/2024

   It’s time to look at the most-read articles that appeared on RF Globalnet this year. Come for the nostalgic look at A Charlie Brown Christmas, stay for the beautiful cables, death of analog, oscillators, mysteries, and so much more.

10. The Ins And Outs Of Phased Array Radar (Or What I Learned From Teddy Duncan) 11/26/2024

    As research continues, phased array radar systems are expected to become more efficient, versatile, and cost-effective, opening up new possibilities in both military and civilian applications.