Turbo Coding for Satellite and Wireless Communications (The Springer International Series in Engineering and Computer Science)

This book provides an excellent mix of theory and practice. Starting with information theory and classical coding theory, the text covers the message passing concept that forms the basis of modern coding techniques, including turbo codes and Low Density Parity Check (LDPC) codes, and then discusses a large number of turbo code combinations - including industry standards such as DVB-RCS, 3GPP, and CDMA2000. Numerous implementation issues and examples of commercially available turbo codes and products are explored in detail.

This comprehensive treatment of the topic will enable the reader to select, evaluate, and implement the turbo code suitable for their application.