
Communications Engineering Desk Reference
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- Front Cover
- Note from the Publisher
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Author Biographies
- Section ONE Introduction
- Chapter 1.0 Introduction
- A short history of wireless communication
- Where we are
- Where we are going
- Conclusion
- References
- Section TWO RF engineering
- Chapter 2.1 Basic features of radio communication systems
- 2.1.1 Introduction
- 2.1.2 Radio communication systems
- 2.1.3 Modulation and demodulation
- 2.1.4 Radio wave propagation techniques
- 2.1.5 Antennas and aerials
- 2.1.6 Antenna arrays
- 2.1.7 Antenna distribution systems
- 2.1.8 Radio receivers
- 2.1.9 Radio receiver properties
- 2.1.10 Types of receivers
- 2.1.11 Summary
- Chapter 2.2 Transmission lines
- 2.2.1 Introduction
- 2.2.2 Transmission line basics
- 2.2.3 Types of electricaltransmission lines
- 2.2.4 Line characteristicimpedances and physicalparameters
- 2.2.5 Characteristic impedance (Z0)from primary electrical parameters
- 2.2.6 Characteristic impedance (Z0)by measurement
- 2.2.7 Typical commercial cableimpedances
- 2.2.8 Signal propagationon transmission lines
- 2.2.9 Waveform distortion andfrequency dispersion
- 2.2.10 Transmission lines of finitelength
- 2.2.11 Reflection transmissioncoefficients and VSWR
- 2.2.12 Propagation constant (g)of transmission lines
- 2.2.13 Transmission lines aselectrical components
- 2.2.14 Transmission line couplers
- 2.2.15 Summary
- Chapter 2.3 Software defined radio
- What Is software-defined radio?
- Aspects of SDR
- History and evolution of softwaredefinedradio
- Applications and need for SDR
- Architectures
- Implementation issues
- Case study: A close look ata CDMA2000 and UMTS SDRreceiver
- Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 2.4a The software defined radio as a platform for cognitive radio
- 2.4a.1 Introduction
- 2.4a.2 Hardware architecture
- 2.4a.3 Software architecture
- 2.4a.4 SDR development anddesign
- 2.4a.5 Applications
- 2.4a.6 Development
- 2.4a.7 Cognitive waveformdevelopment
- 2.4a.8 Summary
- References
- Chapter 2.4b Cognitive radio: The technologies required
- 2.4b.1 Introduction
- 2.4b.2 Radio flexibilityand capability
- 2.4b.3 Aware, adaptive, and CRs
- 2.4b.4 Comparison of radiocapabilities and properties
- 2.4b.5 Available technologiesfor CRs
- 2.4b.6 Funding and researchin CRs
- 2.4b.7 Timeline for CRs
- 2.4b.8 Summary and conclusions
- References
- Chapter 2.5 Introduction to RF and microwave radiation
- Radio frequency (RF) radiation
- History of radio transmission
- The nature of radio waves
- Frequency and wavelength
- Conveying intelligence by radiowaves
- Ionising and non-ionising radiations
- Explanation of terms used
- Use of the decibel
- Section Tree Network communications
- Chapter 3.1 Data and voice traffic
- Packet switching versus circuitswitching
- Data traffic characteristics
- Voice traffic characteristics
- Chapter 3.2 Network infrastructure
- Network infrastructure
- Voice networking
- Basic telephony
- Time division multiplexing
- Voice over ATM
- Voice over Frame Relay
- Voice over Internet Protocol
- Chapter 3.3 VoIP Technology
- Voice traffic needs in an IP network
- PC Considerations using IPsoftphone
- IP Network protocols to supportvoice
- Other elements that affect VoIP
- Network design recommendations
- Chapter 3.4 Channel protection fundamentals
- 3.4.1 Introduction
- 3.4.2 Shannon's source andchannel theorems
- 3.4.3 Channel coding and errorcontrol for bit errors and packetlosses
- 3.4.4 Hierarchical modulation
- 3.4.5 Automatic repeat request,hybrid FEC/ARQ
- 3.4.6 Summary and further reading
- References
- Chapter 3.5 Network adaptive media transport
- 3.5.1 Introduction
- 3.5.2 Rate-distortion optimizedstreaming
- 3.5.3 Rich acknowledgments
- 3.5.4 Multiple deadlines
- 3.5.5 Dependent packet delays
- 3.5.6 Congestion-distortionoptimized scheduling
- 3.5.7 Summary and further reading
- References
- Chapter 3.6 Real-time communication over networks
- 3.6.1 Introduction
- 3.6.2 Architecture andfundamentals
- 3.6.3 Quality of service
- 3.6.4 Summary and further reading
- References
- Chapter 3.7 Wireless sensor networks
- 3.7.1 Unique constraints andchallenges
- 3.7.2 Advantages of sensornetworks
- 3.7.3 Sensor network applications
- 3.7.4 Collaborative processing
- 3.7.5 Key definitions of sensornetworks
- Section Four Mobile communications
- Chapter 4. 1 Background of 3G evolution
- 4.1.1 History and background of 3G
- 4.1.2 Standardization
- 4.1.3 Spectrum for 3G
- Chapter 4.2 The motives behind the 3G evolution
- 4.2.1 Driving forces
- 4.2.2 3G Evolution: Two radioaccess network approaches andan evolved core network
- Chapter 4.3 High data rates in mobile communications
- 4.3.1 High data rates: Fundamentalconstraints
- 4.3.2 Higher data rates withina limited bandwidth: Higher-ordermodulation
- 4.3.3 Wider bandwidth includingmulti-carrier transmission
- Chapter 4.4 OFDM transmission
- 4.4.1 Basic principles of OFDM
- 4.4.2 OFDM demodulation
- 4.4.3 OFDM implementation usingIFFT/FFT processing
- 4.4.4 Cyclic-prefix insertion
- 4.4.5 Frequency-domain modelof OFDM transmission
- 4.4.6 Channel estimation andreference symbols
- 4.4.7 Frequency diversity withOFDM: Importance of channelcoding
- 4.4.8 Selection of basic OFDMparameters
- 4.4.9 Variations in instantaneoustransmission power
- 4.4.10 OFDM as a user-multiplexingand multiple-access scheme
- 4.4.11 Multi-cell broadcast/multicast transmission and OFDM
- Chapter 4.5 Scheduling, link adaptation andnbsphybrid ARQ
- 4.5.1 Link adaptation: Power andrate control
- 4.5.2 Channel-dependentscheduling
- 4.5.3 Advanced retransmissionschemes
- 4.5.4 Hybrid ARQ with softcombining
- Chapter 4.6 WCDMA evolution: HSPA andnbspMBMS
- 4.6.1 WCDMA: brief overview
- Chapter 4.7 Propagation modelling and channel characterisation
- 4.7.1 Introduction
- 4.7.2 EM theory and diffusescattering
- 4.7.3 Deterministic propagationmodelling
- 4.7.4 Channel measurements andparameter estimation
- 4.7.5 Channel characterisation
- References
- Section Five Short range wireless communication
- Chapter 5.1 ChaWireless local area networks
- 5.1.1 Networks large and small
- 5.1.2 WLANs from LANs
- 5.1.3 802.11 WLANs
- 5.1.4 HiperLAN and HiperLAN 2
- 5.1.5 From LANs to PANs
- 5.1.6 Capsule summary: Chapter 5.1
- Further reading
- Chapter 5.2 Short-range wireless applications and technologies
- 5.2.1 Wireless local area networks(WLAN)
- 5.2.2 Bluetooth
- 5.2.3 Zigbee
- 5.2.4 Conflict and compatibility
- 5.2.5 Ultra-wideband technology
- 5.2.6 Summary
- Section Six Optical data communication
- Chapter 6.1 Optical fiber, cable andnbspconnectors
- 6.1.1 Light propagation
- 6.1.2 Optical fiber characterization
- 6.1.3 Cable designs
- 6.1.4 Connectors
- 6.1.5 Optical fiber bragg gratings
- References
- Section Seven Video and image processing
- Chapter 7.1 Introduction to video
- Analog vs. digital
- Video data
- Video timing
- Video resolution
- Audio and video compression
- Application block diagrams
- Chapter 7.2 Colour spaces
- Chapter 7.3 Video signals overview
- Digital component videobackground
- 480i and 480p systems
- 576i and 576p systems
- 720p Systems
- 1080i and 1080p Systems
- Other video systems
- References
- Chapter 7.4 Video compression
- 7.4.1 Introduction
- 7.4.2 Introduction to videocompression
- 7.4.3 Video compressionapplication requirements
- 7.4.4 Digital video signals andformats
- 7.4.5 Video compressiontechniques
- 7.4.6 Video encoding standardsand H.261
- 7.4.7 Closing remarks
- References
- Section Eight Appendix
- List of acronyms
- Index
- Information on source books
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