The RF Transmission Systems Handbook / Edition 1

by Jerry C. Whitaker

Overview

Although it is one of the oldest sectors of electronics and now somewhat taken for granted, radio frequency transmission literally changed our world. Today, it is still the backbone of myriad applications, from broadcasting to electronic counter-measures. The wide variety of hardware in use means that those working in the field must be familiar with a multitude of principles and applications, but finding an up-to-date, comprehensive source for this background material has been difficult, if not impossible.

The RF Transmission Systems Handbook addresses the underlying concepts, operation, and maintenance of high-power RF devices, transmission lines, and antennas for broadcast, scientific, and industrial use. Focusing on devices and systems that produce more than one kilowatt of output power, the handbook explores the following major topics:

Applications: The common uses of radio frequency energy
Fundamental principles: The basic technologies, concepts, and techniques used in RF transmission
Power vacuum devices: The principles and applications of gridded vacuum tubes and microwave power devices
Solid-state power devices: The operating parameters of semiconductor-based power devices
RF components and transmission lines: The operation of hardware used to combine and conduct RF power
Antenna systems: The different types of antennas and their basic operating parameters
Troubleshooting: Basic troubleshooting techniques and the operation of important test instruments

Contrary to the perceptions of many, RF technology remains a dynamic field that continues to advance to higher power levels and higher frequencies. Those who specify, install, and maintain RF equipment will welcome this reference that uniquely serves their needs.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780849309731
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/29/2002
Series:	Electronics Handbook Series , #13
Pages:	500
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 10.00(h) x (d)

About the Author

Whitaker, Jerry C.

Table of Contents

Communication Principles. Passive Electrical Circuits. Electron Vacuum Devices. Semiconductor Devices and Circuits. Electromagnetic Radiation. Wireless Communications Systems. Radar and Radionavigation. Packaging RF Systems.

Editorial Reviews

"The text is complemented with numerous excellent charts and diagrams. . . This is a well-organized and written handbook that has brought together a multitude of information. It is intended to serve the information needs of persons who specify, install, and maintain RF equipment, with special emphasis to radio and television hardware. A recommended book for all academic libraries."
-H. Robert Malinowsky, Manager of Collections Development and Reference, University of Illinois at Chicago Library in E-Streams

From the Publisher

This handbook reviews the fundamental principles and technologies of radio frequency (RF) transmission necessary for the installation and maintenance of RF equipment. The 23 chapters outline the operating parameters of semiconductor-based power devices, microwave power tubes, gridded vacuum tubes, and antenna systems. The blending of RF components and transmission lines to conduct RF power is explained. Other topics include frequency and pulse modulation, bipolar junction and junction field-effect transistors, solid state amplifiers, radio wave propagation, troubleshooting, and safety issues. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)