The National Association for Amateur Radio (ARRL) has announced the release of an updated version of its classic guide to amateur radio technology and practice.
According to a press release posted on the ARRL website, the newly-released 101st edition of The ARRL Handbook captures “the state of radio science and technology in one authoritative work.” The six-volume set spans over 1200 pages and provides a “deep dive” into radio electronics, circuit design, digital modulation techniques, and equipment construction.
Important updates to the latest edition of the Handbook include:
- Information on electromagnetic analysis, as well as cost-effective tools for modeling circuits, antennas, and propagation;
- Radio astronomy receiver and antenna design information;
- A newly added section on batteries and battery safety; and
- Updated information on RF safety and compliance with FCC exposure regulations.
The ARRL press release announcing the publication of the revised and updated ARRL Handbook is available at https://www.arrl.org/news/handbook-101-a-new-generation-of-amateur-radio. The release also provides information on how to order copies of the new Handbook.
