September 1, 2010 archive

T&L Episode 4: AM vs. FM

After a discussion on IRC that I’ve had several times before over the past few years, I decided to put my thoughts on the difference between AM and FM radio into a podcast. This talk gets a little bit technical but I think it’s easy enough for the average listener to follow. Thank you, Linux Basement, for mentioning the …

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T&L Episode 4: Show Notes

AM vs. FM Carrier Wave (Carrier) In telecommunications, a carrier wave, or carrier is a waveform (usually sinusoidal) that is modulated (modified) with an input signal for the purpose of conveying information. This carrier wave is usually of much higher frequency than the input signal. The purpose of the carrier is to transmit the information …

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T&L Episode 3: Show Notes

Handicapped Parking Scope (Missouri) Benefits Problems Stairs, Landings, Ledges, Curbs Ramps (Placement, Missing) Door Width (36″+) ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) and Grandfathering Abuses Teenagers at the Mall Evil Eyes of the Elderly Ramps and Crosshatches Vehicle Spacing Confrontations Enforcement Legalities Relevant Missouri Statutes 301.141.  1.  Fraudulent procurement or use of disabled-person license plates or …

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