This book provides the first comprehensive study of the applications of stochastic geometry methods in cognitive radio networks. It elaborates the necessary mathematical tools and discusses the state of the art in geometrical modeling and analysis of cognitive radio networks and will be a first general book for the researchers in this field. Readers will be introduced to tools for managing the inherent uncertainty in the spatial locations of wireless nodes in cognitive radio networks, in order to satisfy the interference constraints on the primary receivers and to make the coexistence of primary and secondary networks possible.

Closes the gap between hardcore-theoretical and purely experimental RF-MEMS books.

The book covers, from a practical viewpoint, the most critical steps that have to be taken in order to develop novel RF-MEMS device concepts. Prototypical RF-MEMS devices, both including lumped components and complex networks, are presented at the beginning of the book as reference examples, and these are then discussed from different perspectives with regard to design, simulation, packaging, testing, and post-fabrication modeling. Theoretical concepts are introduced when necessary to complement the practical hints given for all RF-MEMS development stages.Provides researchers and engineers with invaluable practical hints on how to develop novel RF-MEMS device conceptsCovers all critical steps, dealing with design, simulation, optimization, characterization and fabrication of MEMS for radio-frequency applicationsAddresses frequently disregarded issues, explicitly treating the hard to predict interplay between the three-dimensional device structure and its electromagnetic functionalityBridges theory and experiment, fundamental concepts are introduced with the application in mind, and simulation results are validated against experimental results

Appeals to the practice-oriented R&D reader: design and simulation examples are based on widely known software packages such as ANSYS and the hardware description language Verilog.

Integrating cutting-edge technologies with explanations of traditional equipment and practices, MODERN RADIO AND AUDIO PRODUCTION, 10e, offers current, comprehensive coverage of radio production and programming. A clear writing style, excellent descriptions and explanations, and attention to detail make this book easy to read and understand. An all-new chapter on writing walks you step by step through the entire process, while a new chapter on ethics helps you think through possible ethical dilemmas before you encounter them in the workplace. In addition, an all-new chapter on mobile radio explores the next frontier.