Rf Engineering For Wireless Networks

Finally, here is a single volume containing all of the engineering information needed to successfully design and implement any type of wireless network! Author Dan Dobkin covers every aspect of RF engineering necessary for wireless networks. He begins with a review of essential math and electromagnetic theory followed by thorough discussions of multiplexing, modulation types, bandwidth, link budgets, network concepts, radio system architectures, RF amplifiers, mixers and frequency conversion, filters, single-chip radio systems, antenna theory and designs, signal propagation, as well as planning and implementing wireless networks for both indoor and outdoor environments. The appendices contain such vital data as U.S., European, and Japanese technical and regulatory standards for wireless networks, measurements in wireless networks, reflection and matching of transmission lines, determining power density, and much more. No matter what type of wireless network you design—Bluetooth, UWB, or even metropolitan area network (MAN)—this book is the one reference you can’t do without! The A-to-Z guide to wireless network engineering—covers everything from basic electromagnetic theory to modulation techniques to network planning and implementation! Engineering and design principles covered are applicable to any type of wireless network, including 802.11, 802.16, 802.20, and Bluetooth. Discusses state-of-the-art modulation techniques such as ultra wideband (UWB) and orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (OFDM).

The ultimate guide to next-generation network systems and network design With the explosive growth in RF and wireless technologies, there is a critical shortage of skilled engineers to design and operate today's vast communications networks. Advanced RF Engineering for Wireless Systems and Networks provides a multidimensional primer for professionals involved in the design of next-generation wireless and satellite communications systems and networks. This essential work offers systematic, hands-on guidance to wireless system design, clearly demonstrating how to design second- and third-generation systems from the ground up. Written in an easy-to-understand, tutorial style, the book: * Covers the latest in the design of filters, amplifiers, RF switches, and oscillators for 2G and 3G technologies * Includes a detailed RF treatment of the WLAN aspects * Introduces the completely new topic of services over GPRS areas * Clarifies the difference between 1G, 2G, and 3G systems * Outlines strategies for migrating from 2G to 3G technologies * Bridges between engineering and networking concepts * Provides useful theoretical and design problems at the end of chapters

This book provides a fundamental and practical introduction to radio frequency and microwave engineering and physical aspects of wireless communication In this book, the author addresses a wide range of radio-frequency and microwave topics with emphasis on physical aspects including EM and voltage waves, transmission lines, passive circuits, antennas, radio wave propagation. Up-to-date RF design tools like RF circuit simulation, EM simulation and computerized smith charts, are used in various examples to demonstrate how these methods can be applied effectively in RF engineering practice. Design rules and working examples illustrate the theoretical parts. The examples are close to real world problems, so the reader can directly transfer the methods within the context of their own work. At the end of each chapter a list of problems is given in order to deepen the reader’s understanding of the chapter material and practice the new competences. Solutions are available on the author’s website. Key Features: Presents a wide range of RF topics with emphasis on physical aspects e.g. EM and voltage waves, transmission lines, passive circuits, antennas Uses various examples of modern RF tools that show how the methods can be applied productively in RF engineering practice Incorporates various design examples using circuit and electromagnetic (EM) simulation software Discusses the propagation of waves: their representation, their effects, and their utilization in passive circuits and antenna structures Provides a list of problems at the end of each chapter Includes an accompanying website containing solutions to the problems (http:\\www.fh-dortmund.de\gustrau_rf_textbook) This will be an invaluable textbook for bachelor and masters students on electrical engineering courses (microwave engineering, basic circuit theory and electromagnetic fields, wireless communications). Early-stage RF practitioners, engineers (e.g. application engineer) working in this area will also find this book of interest.

Everything Engineers Need to Design, Build, and Operate 3G Wireless Networks for Global Voice and Data Communications The UMTS Air-Interface in RF Engineering shows you how to design, build, and operate the 3G wireless networks that carry most of today's global voice and data communications. The book explains the RF engineering aspects of UMTS, key elements of the 3GPP specifications, and practical operation of UMTS networks. Written by an internationally renowned expert on wireless systems, this essential engineering tool takes you through UMTS basics and standards ...radio resource and link controls...physical layer...cell reselection... handover...power control...HSDPA...WCDMA RF network planning and optimization...repeaters and tower top amplifiers...inter-system interference ...and more. Filled with 150 detailed illustrations, The UMTS Air-Interface in RF Engineering features: A complete explanation of UMTS in an RF engineering context Expert information on key elements of the 3GPP specifications Numerous applications of theoretical concepts to the day-to-day operation of UMTS networks Step-by-step guidance on UMTS physical layer procedures Inside This Cutting-Edge UMTS Engineering Guide _ • Introduction to UMTS • UMTS Fundamentals • UMTS Standards _ Radio Resource Control • Radio Link Control • Medium Access Control • Physical Layer • Cell Reselection • Handover • Power Control • HSDPA • WCDMA RF Network Planning • WCDMA RF Network Optimization • Repeaters and Tower Top Amplifiers • Inter-System Interferences • WCDMA and CDMA 2000

Expert contributors drawn from the ranks of academia and industry have authored chapters in such areas as third-generation wireless, wireless sensor networks, RF power amplifiers, spread spectrum modulation, signal propagation, antennas, and other key subjects that engineers working in RF and wireless need to be familiar with. This is far more than just a tutorial or reference guide—it is a "guided tour" through the world of cutting-edge RF and wireless design, combining theory, applications, and philosophies behind the RF/wireless design process. The multiple and sometimes overlapping chapters reiterate and emphasize the fundamentals in the context of different types of wireless applications. Here are just a few benefits that readers will gain from reading this book: *A refresher and update of wireless principles and techniques. *Information about the latest (and forthcoming) RF and wireless circuits, products and systems. *Guidelines, approaches, and techniques to RF/wireless design. *Examples of typical applications with an emphasis on real-world situations including existing and forthcoming new components and integrated circuits. *Coverage of new and emerging wireless topics heretofore not widely covered in print (e.g. UWB, RFID, IR, etc.) * A comprehensive survey of current RF and wireless engineering practice * Heavy emphasis on practical applications and design guidelines * Multiple contributors assure a wide range of perspectives and avoids individual bias

The Newnes Know It All Series takes the best of what our authors have written to create hard-working desk references that will be an engineer's first port of call for key information, design techniques and rules of thumb. Guaranteed not to gather dust on a shelf! RF (radio frequency) and wireless technologies drive communication today. This technology and its applications enable wireless phones, portable device roaming, and short-range industrial and commercial application communication such as the supply chain management wonder, RFID. Up-to-date information regarding software defined RF, using frequencies smarter, and using more of the spectrum, with ultrawideband technology is detailed. A 360-degree view from best-selling authors including Roberto Aiello, Bruce Fette, and Praphul Chandra Hot topics covered including ultrawideband and cognitive radio technologies The ultimate hard-working desk reference: all the essential information, techniques, and tricks of the trade in one volume