Using equipment specially designed by RAE Farnborough, transmissions were made through the expedition’s radio equipment and recorded at Farnborough on an antenna specially erected for the purpose.
The results of these recordings will be analysed and form part of a worldwide and long lasting study of the reliability of high frequency propagation.
The expedition’s Ryvingen base provided a unique opportunity to evaluate some interesting long range circuits which are not normally accessible. The limitations of transmitter power, whip aerials for vehicles crossing Africa, dipoles and sloping Vee antenna for the Arctic and Antarctic stations, made the choice of optimum frequency and utilisation of directional aerials of prime importance. At the UK transmitting station two rotatable log periodics were available and transmitter output powers of 1 and 10 kilowatts. The UK receiving station was equipped with one rotatable log periodic, and to cover the Antarctic, a rhombic was provided.
Trust Aims
To establish, develop and maintain a trust fund from the income of which periodic grants will be made to humanitarian, scientific or educational projects which, in the opinion of the trustees, reflect the spirit, dedication and inspirational values of the Transglobe Expedition and which would enable those benefiting from such grants to achieve worthwhile ambitions and inspire others to do likewise.
Selection Procedure
The trustees will, from time to time, consider applications which have been submitted during the period since any previous award. The investment income accumulated by the trust fund will be used to support those projects which are considered by the trustees to be most appropriate to the aim described above.
Application Procedure
Applications can be submitted at any time. Applicants may use the attached form together with outline details to make an initial request for a grant.
