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Exhibition on Radio and Mobile Communications in London
The telecommunications mast at the corner of Swain's Lane and Bisham Gardens is a familiar landmark in Highgate, and can be seen from across London. It has a a history of more than 70 years, playing innovative roles in early TV transmissions, a key role in the wartime defence of the country, and later in radio broadcasting. In the last 15 years or so SwainĂ's Lane has been host to a number of mobile operators base stations.
A small exhibition running this weekend and a couple of days next week aims to introduce the technology of mobile phones, and some of the underlying science which is used to determine the strength of mobile signals and how safe mobile base station masts are for local residents.
This exhibition has been arranged by the Science Group at the Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution (HLSI), composed of independent members in association with Highgate School.
National Science and Engineering Week (formerly National Science Week) is an opportunity for people of all ages, areas and organisations to take part in science, engineering and technology activities.
Saturday 8th March: 1pm until 4pm
Sunday 9th March: 11am until 4pm
Wednesday 12th March: 1pm-4pm
Thursday 13th March: 1-4pm
Admission is free.
On the web: HLSI
Posted to the site on 7th March 2008