Wireless Communication Technology

Key features emphasis on modern techniques prepares students, and aids in retraining current technicians and technologists in this fast-paced, changing field. Detailed coverage of communication systems basics makes this book ideal for readers who possess basic electronics knowledge yet have little or no communication background. Systems-oriented approach discusses how individual components work with each other for a clearer understanding of the system as a whole. Easy-to-read, logical, step-by-step approach helps express new and complex ideas clearly. Use of practical examples taken from industry (pcs, paging, cellular radio, and more) reinforces key concepts and shows day-to-day applications. About the book: wireless communication technology as we enter the 21st century, the use of wireless communicationtechnologies - including cellular radio, personal communicationsystems (pcs), satellite phones, paging systems, wireless modelsand local-area networks (lans), plus multipoint distributionsystems (lmds) for wireless delivery of television and internetservice - is exploding rapidly! wireless communication technology,provides the basic and straightforward electronics informationusers need to understand the ins and outs of each of these new andemerging wireless communications technologies. The in-depthtechnical discussions, combined with numerous examples andproblems, provide ideal preparation for anyone seeking "hot" jobsin this rapidly expanding segment of the communications field. Contents 1. Introduction 2. Analog modulation schemes 3. Digital communication 4. Digital modulation 5. Basic telephony 6. Transmission lines and waveguides 7. Radio propagation 8. Antennas 9. Transmitter and receiver circuitry 10. Cellular systems 11. Personal communication systems 12. Satellite-based wireless systems 13. Paging and wireless data networking 14. The future of wireless.