Category: Radio Spectrum
Sub-Category Links: Band Plans
The Radio Spectrum category serves as the central hub for managing the invisible airwaves that allow wireless signals to travel. This section is crucial for ensuring that everything from mobile phones and Wi-Fi to emergency services and satellite TV can operate without interfering with one another.
Core Functions of the Category
- National Frequency Allocation Table (NFAT): A comprehensive map or database showing which industries own which parts of the spectrum.
- Spectrum Allocation & Planning: Details on how different frequency bands are partitioned for specific uses (e.g., 5G, maritime communications, or amateur radio).
- Licensing & Authorization: Information on how businesses and individuals can apply for the right to use specific frequencies, including auction details and fee structures.
- Interference Management: Guidelines and reporting tools to prevent signal “crosstalk” that can degrade service quality or block critical communications.