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StandardsWire™ January 2006
The latest on IEEE standards and related products


IEEE standards are a driving force in today's global marketplace. They create markets, increase profitability and ensure safety. StandardsWire gives you the most up-to-date information about IEEE standards to help drive your company's growth and value.

Inside this issue:


January Publications

802.16E-2005™
IEEE Standard for Local and metropolitan area networks Part 16:

Air Interface for Fixed and Mobile Broadband Wireless Access Systems Amendment for Physical and Medium Access Control Layers for Combined Fixed and Mobile Operation in Licensed Bands

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C62.43-2005™
IEEE Guide for the Application of Surge Protectors Used in Low-Voltage (Equal to or Less than 1000 V, rms, or 1200 V, DC) Data, Communications, and Signaling Circuits

This guide provides assistance in selecting the most appropriate type of surge protector for a particular data, communication, and/or signaling circuit application. The purpose of this guide is to enable an understanding and an evaluation of the functions of the various types of multiple-component data, communications, and signaling circuit protectors in terms of particular applications.

PDF: http://shop.ieee.org/ieeestore/Product.aspx?product_no=SS95343


Featured Product

The IEEE Wireless Dictionary - Available now!
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http://shop.ieee.org/ieeestore/Product.aspx?product_no=SP1142

Wireless technology, like many other technical fields, has its own set of jargon and acronyms. The IEEE Wireless Dictionary provides clarity and meaning for the acronyms and jargon used in the wireless industry with a particular emphasis on commercial systems. Features include:

  • Over 250 Terms
  • Quick Reference Listing of acronyms and abbreviations
  • Pocket-sized for convenience
  • Additional Historical Information providing context for understanding the terms

How To Get Involved In Standards Development

Getting involved in IEEE standards provides you the opportunity to network with industry peers and broaden your understanding of your industry and technology, as well as to gain familiarity with the content of standards in which you are involved—facilitating early compliance and anticipating market requirements. Find out more today.


IEEE-SA Standards Board Actions

At each meeting, new and revised standards projects, as well as new and revised standards are put forth for approval by the Standards Board. Here you will find detailed reports or each meetings’ actions.

Actions for the most recent IEEE-SA Standards Board Meeting have been added to the StandardsWire™ website.


Upcoming Conference

2006 IEEE/IAS PCIC Electrical Safety Workshop

Philadelphia Marriott - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
07 February - 10 February 2006


The IEEE IAS Electrical Safety Workshop was founded in 1991 by the IAS Petroleum & Chemical Industry Committee and has served to accelerate the dispersion of information and knowledge impacting electrical safety. The IAS Power Systems Engineering Committee and Pulp and Paper Industry Committee are co-organizers. The IEEE Power Engineering Society is a Technical Co-sponsor.

The IEEE has approved an amendment to its IEEE 1584™ standard for calculating arc flash hazards.

Related IEEE products include:

C62.43-2005
IEEE Guide for the Application of Surge Protectors Used in Low-Voltage (Equal to or Less than 1000 V, rms, or 1200 V, DC) Data, Communications, and Signaling Circuits


C2™-2002 National Electrical Safety Code® - today's engineering source for the most up-to-date and accepted safety criteria!

How To Protect Your House and Its Contents From Lightning: IEEE Guide for Surge Protection of Equipment Connected to AC Power and Communication Circuits



Top Sellers

The IEEE Wireless Dictionary - Available now!

C2™-2002 National Electrical Safety Code®


IEEE Wireless Communication Standards: A Study of 802.11, 802.15, and 802.16

IEEE 802.11 Handbook: A Designer's Companion, Second Edition

1450.1-2005 IEEE Standard for Extensions to Standard Test Interface Language (STIL) (IEEE Std 1450TM-1999) for Semiconductor Design Environments


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