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August 19, 2014

Next gen satellite to be tested during Arctic Shield 2014
Coast Guard Cutter Healy, At Sea (SPX) Aug 18, 2014
From studying the effects of solar activity to improve radio transmissions to enhancing the capabilities of Automated Identification Systems, the importance of having a reliable communications infrastructure in the Arctic has not been lost on researchers traveling aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Healy as part of Arctic Shield 2014. The ability to send and receive a clear message quickly to prevent or respond to a maritime emergency is vital to the safety of crews transiting the Arctic. The Mob ... read more

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