Features
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DAS: Host for the most
Distributed antenna systems can fix poor mobile coverage in large structures. Ken Turnbull reports on the cost-benefit issues and who pays. A distributed antenna system (DAS) ... -
Seeing the light of day
A deeper understanding of how lighting affects our circadian rhythm has given rise to the introduction of bio-adaptive lighting: products that replicate the variations in colour ... -
In development: Power over Ethernet
Power over Ethernet developments offer exciting possibilities, but connections need to be handled carefully. Ken Turnbull explains. Commercial data networks are continually expanding and offering ... -
Battery sector cleft in twain
Tesla’s second-generation residential battery, the Powerwall 2, carves a slice from the Apple playbook, writes Redflow chief executive Simon Hackett. The Tesla lithium battery with a ... -
Screwing up solar installations
An English manufacturer has released a screw designed to make solar panel installations 30% faster and 30% stronger. But how is this achieved with just a ... -
An enlightening experience for Steven Orr
Steven Orr Electrical recently completed an award-winning lighting job at its local sportsground. Jacob Harris caught up with Steven for a first-hand account. From its beginnings ... -
Growth in the light market
With increasing interest in the grow light market, small start-ups are sowing the seeds of an agricultural revolution. Joe Young reports. Australia has no shortage of ... -
The emergence of data convergence
It is predicted by 2020 there will be 4.5 billion internet-connected devices in the world. So how is this going to affect the data centre landscape? ... -
Electricians on the rails at Plasser
An electrical contractor from NSW has played an important role in securing the future of the local rail network. Paul Skelton reports. Aside from being the ... -
Patching into patch cords
Patch cords are affecting network and system reliability, writes VTI Services technical director Murray Teale. Patch cords (aka balanced cords) are proving to be the weak ...
