Principles of Lightwave Communications

The book details the theoretical fundamentals which under-pin lightwave communications. In particular, the author provides essential information on the reception of optical signals. Opening with a summary of the history and development of optical communications, the book progresses to cover light propagation in optical fibers, optical waveguides, optical detection theory and heterodyne systems. Detailed examples are interspersed throughout the book to assist the reader's understanding and step-by-step mathematical analysis is included.