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UWB, the Next Generation of Wireless Magic

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) March 2, 2005 -- The Fifth ITU-R Task Group 1/8 International Meeting on Ultra-wideband (UWB) will be held in San Diego, California May 18-27, 2005 providing a unique opportunity for U.S. industry to participate in the development of international policy and technical standards on UWB.

The Public will have a rare chance to see why the United States is at the forefront of Ultra-wideband development and implementation by demonstrating the latest in technological advances. This conference will be the LAST meeting of its kind held in the United States for the exclusive purpose of advancing global standards and ITU-R regulatory issues for Ultra-wideband (UWB).

Task Group 1/8 (Part of Study Group 1) will finish their work and be disbanded in October 2005 and then must hand its recommendations up to ITU-R Study Group 1. This San Diego meeting will be paramount in setting the global parameters for UWB adoption and proliferation among the masses.

UWB Industry leaders, experts from the FCC, and other high ranking government officials will be giving lectures and addressing the ITU Delegates.

Many of the sponsors and exhibitors from the previous meeting in Boston, MA will be present in San Diego. Prominent keynote speakers will host an international dinner banquet on May 19th. UWB industry group-sponsored events including demonstrations, exhibits and lectures, will be presented throughout the event. The public is encouraged to attend, registration details are listed on the event web site.

Several companies will be demonstrating their use and application of UWB technology. Exhibitors and sponsors from the Boston 2004 event that are expected to have a presence include: Freescale Semiconductor (a subsidiary of Motorola Inc.), Pulse~LINK, Intel, Uraxs, Wisair, Mercedes Benz (SARA Group), Ubisense, Staccato Communications, Sensors & Software, Philips, HP, Samsung, TI, Aether Wire & Location, Alereon, the MBOA, and the UWB Forum. More details for this year’s event will be available soon on the event web site.

The United States was the first administration to develop rules for the introduction of UWB devices with the issuance of the First Report and Order, 17 FCC Rcd 7435 (2002). Government and industry are participating in the ITU-R TG 1/8 with the objective of developing international UWB standards. This meeting is being organised for the ITU-R by Uraxs in conjunction with the FCC and other U.S. Government Agencies.

Further information on these details, scheduling of events, sponsorship, or exhibitor opportunities is available call (888) 584-7105, send email to sandiego2005at uraxs.com or find us on the Internet via the event web site

For further information on U.S.Task Group 1/8, please contact Mr. Ron Chase, Chairman of USTG 1/8 by telephone (202) 418-1378, or by email ron.chase at fcc.gov

For information or assistance in regards to attaining a foreign entrance Visa, please contact Mr. Gary Anderson, CEO of Uraxs, Inc. and Chairman of the USTG 1/8 Executive Committee by telephone (888) 584-7105, or email to sandiego2005 at uraxs.com.

About Ultra-Wideband Technology

Ultra-wideband is a technology that transmits an extremely low power signal over a wide swath of radio spectrum. Ultra-wideband operates across a wide range of frequency spectrum by transmitting a series of very low power pulses. The combination of broader spectrum and lower power means that Ultra-wideband causes less interference than conventional radio solutions enabling it to deliver wire-like performance in a wireless environment. The robustness of Ultra-wideband technology makes it ideal for multimedia-rich content and advanced applications that are increasingly pervasive in consumer electronics.

About Uraxs

Uraxs Communications, Inc. is an Ultra-wideband (UWB) systems and solutions company. Our approach employs cutting edge UWB and server technology to deliver low power, flexible, robust, and low-cost mobile communication applications. We use Ultra-wideband technology to enhance remote communications and personal safety. Our solutions are reliable, robust, and virtually hack proof communication systems that include geo-location capabilities. More information about Uraxs is available at www.uraxs.com