Propagation of Radiowaves [Hardcover]

Propagation of Radiowavesintroduces the basic concepts and mechanisms of radiowave propagation engineering in both the troposphere and ionosphere, an understanding of which is fundamental to the effective use of the radio spectrum for radio communication. Reflecting the wide experience of the exceptional group of authors, the contents provide a firm background to established theory and introduce the most appropriate models, methods and procedures which are of use to spectrum planners and system designers and operators in assessing the estimated performance of radio systems.

The field of radio communications continues to change rapidly and the third edition of this outstanding and successful book has been fully updated to reflect the latest developments. The relevant Recommendations of ITU-R Study Group 3 are discussed and put into context.Preface
1 Introduction
2 Radio waves
3 Electromagnetic wave propagation
4 Fading and statistics
5 Radio noise
6 Clear-air characteristics of the troposphere
7 Reflection and scattering from rough surfaces
8 propagation
9 Diffraction
10 Propagation in rain and clouds
11 The ionosphere
12 Ionospheric propagation
13 Surface waves, and sky waves below 2 MHz
14 Terrestrial line-of-sight links
15 Propagation for mobile and area coverage systems
16 Short-range and indoor propagation
17 Fixed wireless access and radio LANs
18 Earthspace propagation
19 Terahertz propagation
20 Computer modelling
21 Numerically intensive propagation prediction methods
References
Index