WG 8A - TC 80/WG 8A
TC 80/WG 8A
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WG 8A is a Technical Committee within the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). It is named "TC 80/WG 8A". This committee has published 2 standards.
WG 8A develops IEC standards in the area of Information technology. Currently, there are 2 published standards from this technical committee.
The International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) is the world's leading organization for the preparation and publication of international standards for electrical, electronic, and related technologies. Founded in 1906, the IEC provides a global platform for companies, industries, and governments to meet, discuss, and develop the international standards they require.
A Technical Committee (TC) in IEC is a group of experts responsible for developing international standards in a specific technical area. TCs are composed of national member body delegates and work through consensus to create standards that meet global industry needs. Each TC may have subcommittees (SCs) and working groups (WGs) for specialized topics.
Specifies the minimum operational and performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results for Class B shipborne AIS equipment using CSTDMA techniques. Takes into account other associated IEC International Standards and existing national standards. Is applicable for AIS equipment used on craft that are not covered by the mandatory carriage requirement of AIS under SOLAS Chapter V.
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Specifies the minimum operational and performance requirements, methods of testing and required test results conforming to performance standards adopted by the IMO in resolution MSC.74(69), Annex 3, Universal Shipborne Automatic Identification System. Incorporates the technical characteristics of Class A shipborne equipment included in Recommendation ITU-R M1371-1 and takes into account the ITU Radio Regulations where applicable.
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