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Modern Digital Radio Communication Signals and Systems (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2020): Sung-Moon Michael Yang Modern Digital Radio Communication Signals and Systems (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2020)
Sung-Moon Michael Yang
R3,262 Discovery Miles 32 620 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This book serves as an easily accessible reference for wireless digital communication systems. Topics are presented with simple but non-trivial examples and then elaborated with their variations and sophistications. The book includes numerous examples and exercises to illustrate key points. For this new edition, a set of problems at the end of each chapter is added, for a total of 298 problems. The book emphasizes both practical problem solving and a thorough understanding of fundamentals, aiming to realize the complementary relationship between practice and theory. Though the author emphasizes wireless radio channels, the fundamentals that are covered here are useful to different channels - digital subscriber line, coax, power lines, optical fibers, and even Gigabit serial connections. The material in chapters 5 (OFDM), 6 (Channel coding), 7 (Synchronization), and 8 (Transceivers) contains new and updated information, not explicitly available in typical textbooks, and useful in practice. For example, in chapter 5, all known orthogonal frequency division multiplex signals are derived from its digitized analog FDM counterparts. Thus, it is flexible to have different pulse shape for subcarriers, and it can be serial transmission as well as block transmission. Currently predominant cyclic prefix based OFDM is a block transmission using rectangular pulse in time domain. This flexibility may be useful in certain applications. For additional information, consult the book support website: https://baycorewireless.com

Radio: The Book - The Book (Paperback, 4th edition): Steve Warren Radio: The Book - The Book (Paperback, 4th edition)
Steve Warren
R1,213 Discovery Miles 12 130 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

As entertaining as it is educational, Radio: The Book is a must-have guide to success for anyone interested in a career in radio. Providing a wealth of information and relating his own personal experiences, veteran radio personality, Program Director and Programming Consultant Steve Warren shares trade secrets and industry know-how that would usually take years to accumulate through experience. An invaluable advantage over your competition, this "cheat-sheet" for the radio programmer includes practical advice regarding:
-Radio as a career--from tips on getting started to job negotiations
-Programming--talk radio and music, from format science to picking the hits
-Relationships with listeners--everything from staying in touch with your audience to public image
-Branding, marketing, and advertising the radio station
-Research--music tests, audience analysis, ratings, and more
-Practical information about management policies
-Radio realities--information on rules and regulations
This latest edition has been updated to include:
-Important updates on an ever-evolving field
-Essential forms for radio station functions--production orders, personnel files, absentee reports, PSA schedules, format clocks, remote schedule, and more...to be accompanied by an on-line section of electronic forms for convenience
-Ideas for successfully programming in new radio formats like satellite, internet, and cable
In such a competitive industry where formal training can be hard to come by, Radio: The Book, 4e, is a short-cut to the fast track for current and future programmers and program directors. With an active radio broadcast career that is still exploring new ideasfollowing s more than forty years at some of America's most prestigious radio stations (including WNBC, WHN, WNEW, and CBS radio), Steve Warren is more than qualified to mentor readers. Steve has competed successfully in all music formats from Easy Listening to Country to Top 40 to Oldies, always putting the listener first and now, putting you first.
* Learn how to be a hit with listeners in any format
* 4th edition to include essential forms and ideas for satellite and web radio programming--and accompanied by an on-line forms section for your convenience!
* Learn all about radio as a career--from getting your first gig to job negotiations once you've gotten your foot in the door!
* Published in association with the National Association of Broadcasters - the leading American broadcast organization

Broadcast Engineer's Reference Book (Hardcover): E. P. J. Tozer Broadcast Engineer's Reference Book (Hardcover)
E. P. J. Tozer
R5,878 Discovery Miles 58 780 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The current and definitive reference broadcast engineers need! Compiled by leading international experts, this authoritative reference work covers every aspect of broadcast technology from camera to transmitter - encompassing subjects from analogue techniques to the latest digital compression and interactive technologies in a single source. Written with a minimum of maths, the book provides detailed coverage and quick access to key technologies, standards and practices. This global work will become your number one resource whether you are from an audio, video, communications or computing background. Composed for the industry professional, practicing engineer, technician or sales person looking for a guide that covers the broad landscape of television technology in one handy source, the Broadcast Engineer's Reference Book offers comprehensive and accurate technical information. Get this wealth of information at your fingertips! * Utilize extensive illustrations-more than 1200 tables, charts and photographs. * Find easy access to essential technical and standards data. * Discover information on every aspect of television technology. * Learn the concepts and terms every broadcaster needs to know. Learn from the experts on the following technologies: Quantities and Units; Error Correction; Network Technologies; Telco Technologies; Displays; Colourimetry; Audio Systems; Television Standards; Colour encoding; Time code; VBI data carriage; Broadcast Interconnect formats; File storage formats; HDTV; MPEG 2; DVB; Data Broadcast; ATSC Interactive TV; encryption systems; Optical systems; Studio Cameras and camcorders; VTRs and Tape Storage; Standards Convertors; TV Studios and Studio Equipment; Studio Lighting and Control; post production systems; Telecines; HDTV production systems; Media Asset Management systems; Electronic News Production Systems; OB vehicles and Mobile Control Rooms;ENG and EFP; Power and Battery Systems; R.F. propagation; Service Area Planning; Masts Towers and Antennas; Test and measurement; Systems management; and many more! Related Focal Press titles: Watkinson: Convergence In Broadcast and Communications Media (2001, GBP59.99 (GBP)/ $75.95 (USD), ISBN: 0240515099) Watkinson: MPEG Handbook (2001, GBP35 (GBP)/$54.99 (USD) ISBN: 0240516567)

Wireless Sensor Networks - Architectures and Protocols (Hardcover): Jr. Edgar H. Callaway Wireless Sensor Networks - Architectures and Protocols (Hardcover)
Jr. Edgar H. Callaway
R4,232 Discovery Miles 42 320 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Because they provide practical machine-to-machine communication at a very low cost, the popularity of wireless sensor networks is expected to skyrocket in the next few years, duplicating the recent explosion of wireless LANs.

Wireless Sensor Networks: Architectures and Protocols describes how to build these networks, from the layers of the communication protocol through the design of network nodes. This overview summarizes the multiple applications of wireless sensor networks, then discusses network device design and the requirements that foster the successful performance of these applications.

The book discusses factors affecting network design, including the partitioning of node functions into integrated circuits, low power system design, power sources, and the interaction between antenna selection and product design. It presents design techniques that improve electromagnetic compatibility and reduce damage from electrostatic discharge.

The text also describes the design features of the wireless devices themselves, presenting a thorough analysis of the technology that engineers and students need to design and build the many future applications that will incorporate wireless sensor networks.

Cmos Rf Modeling, Characterization And Applications (Hardcover): M. Jamal Deen, Tor A. Fjeldly Cmos Rf Modeling, Characterization And Applications (Hardcover)
M. Jamal Deen, Tor A. Fjeldly
R3,698 Discovery Miles 36 980 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

CMOS technology has now reached a state of evolution, in terms of both frequency and noise, where it is becoming a serious contender for radio frequency (RF) applications in the GHz range. Cutoff frequencies of about 50 GHz have been reported for 0.18 m CMOS technology, and are expected to reach about 100 GHz when the feature size shrinks to 100 nm within a few years. This translates into CMOS circuit operating frequencies well into the GHz range, which covers the frequency range of many of today's popular wireless products, such as cell phones, GPS (Global Positioning System) and Bluetooth. Of course, the great interest in RF CMOS comes from the obvious advantages of CMOS technology in terms of production cost, high-level integration, and the ability to combine digital, analog and RF circuits on the same chip. This book discusses many of the challenges facing the CMOS RF circuit designer in terms of device modeling and characterization, which are crucial issues in circuit simulation and design.

The RF Transmission Systems Handbook (Hardcover): Jerry C Whitaker The RF Transmission Systems Handbook (Hardcover)
Jerry C Whitaker; Contributions by Sidney Soclof, Rodger E. Ziemer, Timothy P. Hulick, Robert Kubichek, …
R7,639 Discovery Miles 76 390 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Although it is one of the oldest sectors of electronics and now somewhat taken for granted, radio frequency transmission literally changed our world. Today, it is still the backbone of myriad applications, from broadcasting to electronic counter-measures. The wide variety of hardware in use means that those working in the field must be familiar with a multitude of principles and applications, but finding an up-to-date, comprehensive source for this background material has been difficult, if not impossible.

The RF Transmission Systems Handbook addresses the underlying concepts, operation, and maintenance of high-power RF devices, transmission lines, and antennas for broadcast, scientific, and industrial use. Focusing on devices and systems that produce more than one kilowatt of output power, the handbook explores the following major topics:

Applications: The common uses of radio frequency energy
Fundamental principles: The basic technologies, concepts, and techniques used in RF transmission
Power vacuum devices: The principles and applications of gridded vacuum tubes and microwave power devices
Solid-state power devices: The operating parameters of semiconductor-based power devices
RF components and transmission lines: The operation of hardware used to combine and conduct RF power
Antenna systems: The different types of antennas and their basic operating parameters
Troubleshooting: Basic troubleshooting techniques and the operation of important test instruments

Contrary to the perceptions of many, RF technology remains a dynamic field that continues to advance to higher power levels and higher frequencies. Those who specify, install, and maintain RF equipment will welcome this reference that uniquely serves their needs.

Space Radio Science (Hardcover): O.I Yakovlev Space Radio Science (Hardcover)
O.I Yakovlev
R5,497 Discovery Miles 54 970 Ships in 10 - 15 working days


Web Radio - Radio Production for Internet Streaming (Paperback): Chris Priestman Web Radio - Radio Production for Internet Streaming (Paperback)
Chris Priestman
R1,617 Discovery Miles 16 170 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Anyone wanting to set up a low cost web radio station will benefit from the advice and information provided by this book. Not only will you gain technical and practical know-how to enable your station to go live, but also an appreciation of the legal and copyright implications of making radio, potentially for international audiences and in the rapidly evolving environment of the web.
To succeed, your radio content will need to be carefully planned and your station properly promoted. Advice is given on taking advantage of the scalability web radio introduces for building audiences in line with your resources, for scheduled live output and for making programmes available on demand, including music, news, speech radio and audience participation. Case studies from around the world are provided to demonstrate how different radio organisations are applying the new flexibility web radio has to offer in a wide range of situations.

Together with its associated website www.web-radio-book.com, the book also acts as a starting point for locating a range of sources for further advice and lines of research.
Learn how to:
- go live with your own low cost web radio station (either managing the server yourself or using a host service)
- assess the right server set-up to handle the number of simultaneous listeners expected
- get the best sound quality to your listeners
- take account of the range of devices available for receiving web radio
- plan your station, programming and associated website
- identify and reach your audience
- build audience feedback and data into your station's strategy
- tackle the additional legal and ethical dimensions of radio on the web
- source more detailed information
Learn the technology and practice of sending and receiving web radio
Expand your knowledge with the accompanying website giving extra information and useful links
Get professional results with tips on successful programming

Video Coding for Wireless Communication Systems (Hardcover): King N. Ngan, Chi W. Yap, Keng T. Tan Video Coding for Wireless Communication Systems (Hardcover)
King N. Ngan, Chi W. Yap, Keng T. Tan
R7,929 Discovery Miles 79 290 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Employs a combined source channel coding technique that supplies error This reference/text focuses on the transmission of image and video inf Features a detailed description of the state-of-the-art MPEG-4 video c Stressing the importance of coding to counteract errors when transmitt ing over mobile channels, Examining channel coding techniques used for video applications in a wireless environment, Video Coding for Wirele ss Communication Systems is a blue-chip reference for electrical; elec tronics; signal, image, and video processing; computer circuit and sys tems; digital design; and communication engineers; and a superb text f or upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in these discipline s.

Radio-Frequency Capacitive Discharges (Paperback): Yuri P. Raizer, Mikhail N. Shneider, Nikolai A. Yatsenko Radio-Frequency Capacitive Discharges (Paperback)
Yuri P. Raizer, Mikhail N. Shneider, Nikolai A. Yatsenko
R2,041 Discovery Miles 20 410 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The first publication of its kind in the field, this book describes comprehensively and systematically radio-frequency (rf) capacitive gas discharges of intermediate and low pressure and their application to gas laser excitation and to plasma processing. Text presents the physics underlying rf discharges along with techniques for obtaining such discharges, experimental methods and results, and theoretical and numerical modeling findings. Radio-Frequency Capacitive Discharges is written by well-known specialists in the field, authors of many theoretical and experimental works. They provide simple and clear discussions of complicated physical phenomena. A complete review on the state of the art is included. This interesting new book can be used as a textbook for students and postgraduates and as a comprehensive guidebook by specialists.

Smart Antennas (Hardcover, New): T.K. Sarkar Smart Antennas (Hardcover, New)
T.K. Sarkar
R4,037 Discovery Miles 40 370 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

A valuable addition to the Wiley Series in Microwave and Optical Engineering

Today’s modern wireless mobile communications depend on adaptive "smart" antennas to provide maximum range and clarity. With the recent explosive growth of wireless applications, smart antenna technology has achieved widespread commercial and military applications.

The only book available on the topic of adaptive antennas using digital technology, this text reflects the latest developments in smart antenna technology and offers timely information on fundamentals, as well as new adaptive techniques developed by the authors. Coupling electromagnetic aspects of antenna design with signal processing techniques designed to promote accurate and efficient information exchange, the text presents various mechanisms for characterizing signal-path loss associated with signal propagation, particularly for mobile wireless communications systems based on such techniques as joint space-frequency adaptive processing.

In clear, accessible language, the authors:

  • explain the difference between adaptive antennas and adaptive signal processing
  • Illustrate the procedures for adaptive processing using directive elements in a conformal array
  • clarify multistage analysis procedure which combines electromagnetic analysis with signal processing
  • present a survey of the various models for characterizing radio wave propagation in urban and rural environments
  • describe a method wherein it is possible to identify and eliminate multipath without spatial diversity
  • optimize the location of base stations in a complex environment

The text is an excellent resource for researchers and engineers working in electromagnetics and signal processing who deal with performance improvement of adaptive techniques, as well as those who are concerned with the characterization of propagation channels and applications of airborne phased arrays.

Single and Multi-Carrier DS-CDMA - Multi-User Detection, Space-Time Spreading, Synchronisation and Standards (Hardcover, New):... Single and Multi-Carrier DS-CDMA - Multi-User Detection, Space-Time Spreading, Synchronisation and Standards (Hardcover, New)
L. Hanzo
R7,448 Discovery Miles 74 480 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This volume is dedicated to a range of CDMA and MC-CDMA transmission aspects of systems designed for communicating over fading wireless channels.

Currently, a technical in-depth book on this subject, which has a similar detailed exposure of the recent advances in CDMA, "M"-ary CDMA and MC-CDMA, is unavailable. A further attraction of the joint treatment of these topics is that it allows the reader to view their design trade-offs in a comparative context.

Divided into five main parts:

Part I: provides a detailed introduction to the subject of CDMA systems designed for employment in various application

Part II: deals with the currently "hot" topic of genetic algorithm assisted multiuser detection

Part III: gives a detailed account of new, reduced-complexity "M"-ary CDMA schemes

Part IV: considers a range of novel MC-CDMA schemes which have the potential of supporting numerous design objectives

Part V: provides an overview of the 3G wireless system proposals and characterises the expected network capacity gains attained with the aid of adaptive CDMA systems

By providing an all-encompassing self-contained treatment this groundbreaking volume will have appeal to researchers, postgraduate students, academics practising research and development engineers working for wireless communications and computer networking companies, as well as senior undergraduate students and technical managers in the field.

Radio Receiver Design (Hardcover): Robert Dixon Radio Receiver Design (Hardcover)
Robert Dixon
R8,766 Discovery Miles 87 660 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Prompted by the need for an up-to-date work that observes the impact of recent technical advances in communications systems on receiver design, this single-source book, authored by a pioneer in the field, provides a fundamental understanding of current as well as future concepts and techniques essential for systematically defining and manufacturing a receiver that is flexible yet functional in today's world. An excellent introduction to communications and the role of receivers in conveying information, Radio Receiver Design discusses the characterization of communication links specifies each receiver component while considering receivers as a group of subsystems that work together to form a vital part of communications systems establishes receiver performance requirements within real world limitations explores digital and analog alternatives examines block diagram layout and specification for every receiver subsystem introduces "level diagrams" and more Supplemented with references to key sources in the literature and over 300 tables, drawings, and photographs, this well-written work is a dependable resource for electrical, electronics, and receiver design engineers; communications systems and circuit designers; communications systems users and managers; receiver buyers; computer scientists; and upper-level undergraduate, graduate, and continuing-education students in these disciplines.

The Art of Sound Reproduction (Paperback): John Watkinson The Art of Sound Reproduction (Paperback)
John Watkinson
R3,686 Discovery Miles 36 860 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Designed to make life a little easier by providing all the theoretical background necessary to understand sound reproduction, backed up with practical examples. Specialist terms - both musical and physical - are defined as they occur and plain English is used throughout. Analog and digital audio are considered as alternatives, and the advantages of both are stressed.
Audio is only as good as the transducers employed, and consequently microphone and loudspeaker technology also feature heavily - making this the most comprehensive, up-to-date text currently available on all aspects of sound reproduction.
Features the latest technology in loudspeaker design
Written in easy-to-understand language
Compares analog and digital techniques

The Broadcaster's Guide to RBDS (Paperback): Scott Wright The Broadcaster's Guide to RBDS (Paperback)
Scott Wright
R2,029 Discovery Miles 20 290 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This handbook is intended to give the broadcast industry an authoritative guide to the Radio Data System (RDS), also called Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS). Since the standard's adoption, about 700 stations have begun broadcasting RDS in the United States. There is a wide variety of encoding equipment with prices starting as low as $400, and over 30 models of RDS receivers have been introduced for
cars, home receivers, portable and even PC receivers. Automobile manufacturer's such as General Motors, Ford, Audi, and Porsch now offer RDS on new vehicles. Yet despite all the support equipment in place, the FM broadcaster has been reluctant to implement and utilize this service, mainly because of a lack of understanding of what RDS can do for the station.
This book finally provides the information required to understand RDS and its possibilities on a variety of levels, so that everyone involved in radio can make the most of it. Station owner, program director, salesperson, and talent alike will find the information he or she requires to maximize the possibilities of this new technology.
Each feature of the system is explained in terms of its practical implementation at the station, and interviews with broadcasters currently using the system add a hands-on perspective.
Scott Wright is a recognized pioneer in RDS development. As the
designer of Delco Electronics' first RDS receiver, he has been
extremely active in the development of the RDS standard in the US and
in efforts to educate the broadcast community about its potential. He
has represented Delco at the European Broadcasting Union's (EBU) RDS
Forum and is currently the Chairman of theNational Radio Systems
Committee RBDS Subcommittee, the US standard-setting body. He is also
a member of the Electronics Industries Association's (EIA) RDS Forum.
- Authoritative sourcebook of information on RDS and its possibilities
- Easy-to-understand_allows all levels of broadcast personnel to
maximize the potential of this technology

Wireless - Strategically Liberalizing the Telecommunications Market (Paperback): Brian J.W. Regli Wireless - Strategically Liberalizing the Telecommunications Market (Paperback)
Brian J.W. Regli
R1,306 Discovery Miles 13 060 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The revolution of wireless communications has only just begun to transform the telecommunications industry worldwide. This book offers insight into the possible options for corporate strategists and government policymakers as they look to harness the expansion of wireless communications to meet the goals of sustainable telecommunications development. Using a multidisciplinary approach which combines policy research, legal analysis, business economics, and models of sustainability from the environmental sciences, the book compares the development of wireless communications in four countries: the United States, the United Kingdom, Russia, and Brazil.
The comparative analysis points to common themes and opportunities, including:
* breaking down the barriers between wireless and wireline access by changing the regulatory design which constrains service providers;
* targeting the development potential of wireless access through the utilization of new technologies and service models; and
* using wireless access as the basis for full facilities-based competition in both developing and developed world markets.
No other book today offers this broad a context for a discussion of wireless communications and its potential impact on the evolution of the telecommunications industry.

On the Achievable Rate of Stationary Fading Channels (Hardcover, 2011 ed.): Meik Doerpinghaus On the Achievable Rate of Stationary Fading Channels (Hardcover, 2011 ed.)
Meik Doerpinghaus
R2,689 Discovery Miles 26 890 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This volumes discusses various aspects regarding the capacity/achievable data rate of stationary Rayleigh fading channels. First, it analyses bounds on the achievable data rate with zero-mean proper Gaussian input symbols, which are capacity achieving in the coherent case, i.e., in case of perfect channel knowledge at the receiver. These bounds are tight in the sense that the difference between the upper and the lower bound is bounded for all SNRs. The lower bound converges to the coherent capacity for asymptotically small channel dynamics. Furthermore, these bounds are extended to the case of multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) channels and to the case of frequency selective channels. In a further part, the present work studies the achievable rate with receivers based on synchronized detection and a code-aided channel estimation. For a specific type of such a receiver an approximate upper bound on the achievable rate is derived. The comparison of this approximate upper bound and the achievable data rate with receivers using synchronized detection based on a solely pilot based channel estimation gives an approximate upper bound on the possible gain by using this kind of code-aided channel estimation in comparison to the conventional receiver using a solely pilot based channel estimation. In addition, the achievable data rate with an optimal joint processing of pilot and data symbols is studied and a lower bound on the achievable rate for this case is derived. In this context, it is also shown which part of the mutual information of the transmitter and the receiver is discarded when using the conventional receiver with synchronized detection based on a solely pilot based channel estimation.

History of Wireless (Hardcover, New): T.K. Sarkar History of Wireless (Hardcover, New)
T.K. Sarkar
R3,299 Discovery Miles 32 990 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This work presents important new insights into how various components and systems evolved. Premised on the idea that one cannot know a science without knowing its history, "History of Wireless" offers a lively new treatment that introduces previously unacknowledged pioneers and developments, setting a new standard for understanding the evolution of this important technology. Starting with the background - magnetism, electricity, light, and Maxwell's Electromagnetic Theory - this book offers new insights into the initial theory and experimental exploration of wireless. In addition to the well-known contributions of Maxwell, Hertz, and Marconi, it examines work done by Heaviside, Tesla, and passionate amateurs such as the Kentucky melon farmer Nathan Stubblefield and the unsung hero Antonio Meucci. Looking at the story from mathematical, physics, technical, and other perspectives, the clearly written text describes the development of wireless within a vivid scientific milieu. "History of Wireless" also goes into other key areas, including: The work of J. C. Bose and J. A. Fleming; German, Japanese, and Soviet contributions to physics and applications of electromagnetic oscillations and waves; Wireless telegraphic and telephonic development and attempts to achieve transatlantic wireless communications; Wireless telegraphy in South Africa in the early twentieth century; Antenna development in Japan: past and present; Soviet quasi-optics at near-mm and sub-mm wavelengths; The evolution of electromagnetic waveguides; and, The history of phased array antennas. Augmenting the typical, Marconi-centered approach, "History of Wireless" fills in the conventionally accepted story with attention to more specific, less-known discoveries and individuals, and challenges traditional assumptions about the origins and growth of wireless. This allows for a more comprehensive understanding of how various components and systems evolved. Written in a clear tone with a broad scientific audience in mind, this exciting and thorough treatment is sure to become a classic in the field.

Foundations of Mobile Radio Engineering (Hardcover): Michel Daoud Yacoub Foundations of Mobile Radio Engineering (Hardcover)
Michel Daoud Yacoub
R5,380 Discovery Miles 53 800 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Foundations of Mobile Radio Engineering is a comprehensive survey covering the main topics of mobile radio systems. Concepts considered include the theory of patterns and symmetry and how it impacts hexagonal cell tessellation, long-term fading and log-normal distribution, short-term fading and Rayleigh distribution, indoor propagation and Rice distribution, Suzuki distribution, interleaving and using codes in a Rayleigh environment, and ALOHA protocol and why it has better performance in a Rayleigh environment. The book also addresses interference problems and traffic studies with consideration to the Monte Carlo simulation technique. Practical results, examples, and field measurement problems are presented as well. Foundations of Mobile Radio Engineering provides a wealth of information for electrical engineers; professionals in communications, networks, and cellular mobile radio and mobile radio systems; and students in electrical engineering and communication fields.

Linear and Switch-Mode RF Power Amplifiers - Design and Implementation Methods (Paperback): Abdullah Eroglu Linear and Switch-Mode RF Power Amplifiers - Design and Implementation Methods (Paperback)
Abdullah Eroglu
R2,587 Discovery Miles 25 870 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

RF power amplifiers are implemented in communication, semiconductor wafer processing, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and radar systems to produce RF signal with the desired characteristics to perform several critical tasks in the entire system. They can be designed to operate in linear or switch-mode, depending on the specific application. This book explores the design and implementation methods for both linear and switch-mode amplifiers with real world engineering problems. The text discusses phased controlled switch-mode amplifiers and distortion and modulation effects in RF amplifiers. It illustrates the interface and integration of components and sub-systems for RF amplifiers. The material is further reinforced with MATLAB design files.

Autonomous Software-Defined Radio Receivers for Deep Space Applications (Hardcover): J Hamkins Autonomous Software-Defined Radio Receivers for Deep Space Applications (Hardcover)
J Hamkins
R5,315 Discovery Miles 53 150 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Full coverage of the techniques needed to implement an autonomous software-defined radio system

This book introduces the reader to the concept of an autonomous software-defined radio (SDR) receiver, which automatically recognizes attributes of an incoming signal and reconfigures itself to receive it. This is in contrast to conventional software-defined radios, which are reconfigurable but not autonomous.

The book explores the challenges of such automatic reconfiguration, and explains the design and development of algorithms that permit its successful operation. Among the topics covered are automatic identification of the carrier frequency, modulation index, data rate, modulation type, and pulse shape, based on observations of the received signal.

Each distinct aspect of the design of the receiver is treated in a separate chapter written by one or more leading innovators in the field. Chapters begin with a problem statement and then offer a full mathematical derivation of an appropriate solution, a decision metric or loop-structure as appropriate, and performance results.

Two of the chapters serve specifically to pull all the individual elements together and help readers see how a successful autonomous SDR receiver works: Chapter 2, The Electra Radio, provides a detailed review of NASA's Electra radio, which was developed for deep space applications Chapter 11, Implementation and Interaction of Estimators and Classifiers, the final chapter, demonstrates the performance of an actual software implementation of the various algorithms working in concert with each other

In summary, all the materials and techniques that an engineer needs to implement an autonomous SDR areincluded. Although the technology is intended for deep space applications, the theoretical development and algorithms presented in this text can be applied to any terrestrial radio with the capability of processing more than one type of signal.

Mobile Multimedia Broadcasting Standards - Technology and Practice (Hardcover, 2009 ed.): Fa-Long Luo Mobile Multimedia Broadcasting Standards - Technology and Practice (Hardcover, 2009 ed.)
Fa-Long Luo
R4,136 Discovery Miles 41 360 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Mobile multimedia broadcasting compasses a broad range of topics including radio propagation, modulation and demodulation, error control, signal compression and coding, transport and time slicing, system on chip real-time implementation in ha- ware, software and system levels. The major goal of this technology is to bring multimedia enriched contents to handheld devices such as mobile phones, portable digital assistants, and media players through radio transmission or internet pro- col (IP) based broadband networks. Research and development of mobile multi- dia broadcasting technologies are now explosively growing and regarded as new killer applications. A number of mobile multimedia broadcasting standards related to transmission, compression and multiplexing now coexist and are being ext- sively further developed. The development and implementation of mobile multi- dia broadcasting systems are very challenging tasks and require the huge efforts of the related industry, research and regulatory authorities so as to bring the success. From an implementation design and engineering practice point of view, this book aims to be the ?rst single volume to provide a comprehensive and highly coherent treatment for multiple standards of mobile multimedia broadcasting by covering basic principles, algorithms, design trade-off, and well-compared implementation system examples. This book is organized into 4 parts with 22 chapters.

Chipless RFID Sensors (Hardcover): NC Karmakar Chipless RFID Sensors (Hardcover)
NC Karmakar
R3,003 Discovery Miles 30 030 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

A systematic treatment of the design and fabrication of chipless RFID sensors This book presents various sensing techniques incorporated into chipless RFID systems. The book is divided into five main sections: Introduction to Chipless RFID Sensors; RFID Sensor Design; Smart Materials; Fabrication, Integration and Testing; and Applications of Chipless RFID Sensors. After a comprehensive review of conventional RFID sensors, the book presents various passive microwave circuit designs to achieve compact, high data density and highly sensitive tag sensors for a number of real-world ubiquitous sensing applications. The book reviews the application of smart materials for microwave sensing and provides an overview of various micro- and nano-fabrication techniques with the potential to be used in the development of chipless RFID sensors. The authors also explore a chipless RFID reader design capable of reading data ID and sensory information from the chipless RFID sensors presented in the book. The unique features of the book are: * Evaluating new chipless RFID sensor design that allow non-invasive PD detection and localization, real-time environment monitoring, and temperature threshold detection and humidity * Providing a classification of smart materials based on sensing physical parameters (i.e. humidity, temperature, pH, gas, strain, light, etc.) * Discussing innovative micro- and nano-fabrication processes including printing suitable for chipless RFID sensors * Presenting a detailed case study on various real-world applications including retail, pharmaceutical, logistics, power, and construction industries Chipless RFID Sensors is primarily written for researchers in the field of RF sensors but can serve as supplementary reading for graduate students and professors in electrical engineering and wireless communications.

Pervasive Mobile and Ambient Wireless Communications - COST Action 2100 (Hardcover, 2012 ed.): Roberto Verdone, Alberto Zanella Pervasive Mobile and Ambient Wireless Communications - COST Action 2100 (Hardcover, 2012 ed.)
Roberto Verdone, Alberto Zanella
R4,164 Discovery Miles 41 640 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Pervasive Mobile and Ambient Wireless Communications reports the findings of COST 2100, a project of the European intergovernmental COST framework addressing various topics currently emerging in mobile and wireless communications. Drawing on experience developed in this and earlier COST projects, the text represents the final outcome of collaborative work involving more than 500 researchers in 140 institutions and 30 countries (including outside Europe). The book's subject matter includes: transmission techniques; signal processing; radio channel modelling and measurement; radio network issues; and recent paradigms including ultra-wideband, cooperative, vehicle-to-vehicle and body communications. The research reported comes from a variety of backgrounds: academic, equipment-manufacturing and operational and the information contained in this book will bring the study reported to a wider audience from all those spheres of work. Pervasive Mobile and Ambient Wireless Communications will be of interest to researchers for its cutting-edge analysis and to practitioners for its functional usability.

High-Frequency Oscillator Design for Integrated Transceivers (Hardcover, 2003 ed.): J. Van Der Tang, Dieter Kasperkovitz,... High-Frequency Oscillator Design for Integrated Transceivers (Hardcover, 2003 ed.)
J. Van Der Tang, Dieter Kasperkovitz, Arthur H. M. van Roermund
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This text covers the analysis and design of all high-frequency oscillators required to realize integrated transceivers for wireless and wired applications. Starting with an in-depth review of basic oscillator theory, the authors provide a detailed analysis of many oscillator types and circuit topologies.

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