UWaterloo To Launch World Class Radio Science & Technology Research Facility

Anechoic chamber For testing electromagnetic devices

Next generation wireless communications facility to open at University of Waterloo on Friday, September 13, 2013.

A world-class facility that could lead to the creation of new wireless technologies for use in smartphones, cars, and beyond, opens at the University of Waterloo this week.

Considered one of the best in the world for testing electromagnetic devices, the Centre for Intelligent Antenna and Radio Systems (CIARS) features four interconnected indoor laboratories, one outdoor lab, and a highly advanced computational facility.

Members of the media are invited to attend the opening and will be provided with the opportunity to view the facility at the event.

CIARS features a unique anechoic chamber, designed to completely absorb reflections of sound and electromagnetic waves. Click image to download.

The Commisioning to take place around 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Student Design Centre, Engineering 5, University of Waterloo