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Transponders Aboard

Author: NOOD staff
As the first NOOD regatta in Toronto gets underway this weekend (June 25th-27th), title sponsor Rogers Wireless will be demonstrating technology from its Toronto-based Grey Island Systems. This technology includes tracking software and transponders that are typically used in fleet automotive applications. But in this case, for the first time, the software has been adapted for sailboat racing.

Transponders will be placed on participating boats for various classes. Sensors will also record mark locations, wind speed, and direction. Displays will be set-up in the tent area ashore to show boat positions in real-time and the transponder transmissions will also be recorded in three-second intervals. After the day's races, the races will be replayed in a condensed format for skippers and crews of participating boats.

For more info, contact Bernita Kiefte at bernita.kiefte@rci.rogers.com

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