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The FCC has issued new fines to pirate radio operators in New York and Miami. Penalties range from $40,000 to $920,000 for unauthorized broadcasting, targeting multiple individuals in both metro areas.

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Precision Routing for Mental Health Crisis Calls

New rules may require wireless carriers to implement georouting technology for 988 crisis calls, ensuring faster localized response. This change would route calls based on the caller's actual location rather than their phone's area code.

FCC Releases Internet Access Annual Report

The FCC's latest report paints a picture of a nation increasingly connected. With lightning-fast speeds becoming the norm and mobile access skyrocketing, America's digital landscape is evolving at breakneck pace.

Mosquitos Found to Have Infrared Sensors

Scientists unveil nature's hidden tech: mosquitoes armed with heat-seeking gear. This discovery could revolutionize pest control and inspire new human innovations. Our tiny foes just got more fascinating—and vulnerable.

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Just as interference testing requires RF enclosures, isolation systems in turn need their own testing. This document reviews some of the issues and considerations in testing RF enclosures.

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FDA Drafts Guidance on Chemical Analysis for Medical Device Biocompatibility

The FDA released draft guidance on chemical analysis for medical device biocompatibility assessment. This approach can reduce testing time and animal testing. Public comments are accepted until November 19th through the Federal Rulemaking Portal.

FCC Issues Harmful Radio Interference Notification

The FCC ordered a Massachusetts resident to stop using a 2002 HDTV antenna that was interfering with state police communications. The interference ceased when the antenna was unplugged.

Mobile Phones Not Linked to Brain Cancer, Researchers Find

A comprehensive review conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO) has determined that there is no increased risk of brain cancer associated with mobile phones.

FCC Sets Initial Rules for Drone Operations in the 5 GHz Band

To help facilitate the safe operation of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS, otherwise known as drones), the FCC has published new rules applicable to the operation of UAS in the 5 GHz spectrum band.

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Testing to UNECE Regulation 100 Requirements for Electric Vehicle Batteries

This article discusses Revision 3 of UNECE Regulation No. 100, which introduces new safety requirements for rechargeable energy storage systems in electric vehicles, including updated tests and standards for battery packs and thermal propagation protection.

Update on the Revision of IEEE Std 1720™

This article discusses the ongoing revision of IEEE Standard 1720, which provides recommended practices for near-field antenna measurements. It outlines the update process, key changes in various clauses, and new additions to the standard, including improved guidance on anechoic chamber design and non-regular scanning techniques. The revised standard is expected to be published in early 2025.

Evaluation of Automotive Electronics Product Development Process and Implementation of In-House EMC Development Testing Facility

This article discusses improving automotive electronics development processes, emphasizing early testing and in-house EMC capabilities. It highlights current limitations, suggests efficiency enhancements, and provides practical advice for implementing cost-effective EMC testing setups, drawing on the author's extensive industry experience.

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