The Satellite Communication Applications Handbook / Edition 2

by Bruce R. Elbert

Overview

Since the publication of the first edition of The Satellite Communication Applications Handbook, the satellite industry has experienced explosive growth thanks to a flood of innovations in consumer electronics, broadcasting, the Internet, transportation and broadband telecommunications. This second edition covers all the latest advances in satellite technology and applications and features new chapters on mobile digital audio radio and VSAT networks. It updates and expands upon the engineering and management topics addressed in the first edition. and systems components. Managers are brought up to date with the latest business applications as well as regulatory and legal decisions affecting domestic and international markets. The treatment is also of value to marketing, legal, regulatory, and financial and operations professionals who must gain a clear understanding of the capabilities and issues associated with satellite space and ground facilities and services. architecture to meet your organization's business or operational requirements; engineering criteria and design principles for TV and radio broadcasting, mobile and fixed telephony, and VSAT data communications; and addressing business and regulatory issues to ensure a successful satellite application. Whether you are new to the satellite industry and need a quick and thorough understanding of how satellite communications operate or are a veteran professional needing a refresher on issues not encountered day to day, The Satellite Communication Applications Handbook, Second Edition is a resource that can be referred to again and again.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781580534901
Publisher:	Artech House, Incorporated
Publication date:	11/30/2003
Series:	Artech House Space Applications Series
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	552
Product dimensions:	7.20(w) x 10.20(h) x 1.50(d)

About the Author

Bruce Elbert is vice president of applications systems development, Hughes Space and Communications, California. He earned his M.S.E.E. in communications and computer science from the University of Maryland and his M.B.A. from Pepperdine University. Mr. Elbert is the author of several best-selling titles including Introduction to Satellite Communication (1987), Private Telecommunication Networks (1989), International Telecommunication Management (1990), Networking Strategies for Information Technology (1992), and Client-Server Computing (1994), all published by Artech House.

Table of Contents

Contents:
Evolution of Satellite Technology and Applications: Satellite Network Fundamentals. Satellite Application Types.

Satellite Links and Access Methods: Design of the Satellite Link. Link Budgets. Multiple Access Systems. Frequency Band Tradeoffs — L, S, C, Ku, and Ka.

Issues in Satellite System Management: Satellite System Implementation. Communications Payload Configurations. Spacecraft Bus Configurations. Contingency Planning.

Television Applications and Standards: Entertainment Programming. Educational TV. Business TV. Analog TV Standards.

Digital Video Compression Systems and Standards: Compression Technology. Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG). Motion Picture Experts Group (MPEG). Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) Standard.

Direct-to-Home TV Broadcasting by Satellite: Differences Among DTH Systems. History of DTH Systems. Relative Cost of Satellite DTH Versus Cable. DTH Satellite Design Options. Digital Compression Systems and Suppliers. Orbital Interference Limitations.

Data Communication and Very Small Aperture Terminal Networks: Interactive Data Networks. VSAT Star Networks. Capacity Planning and Sizing. Hub Implementations. Suppliers of VSAT Networks. Advanced VSAT Networks and Technology.

Fixed Telephony Satellite Networks: Role of Satellites in Telephone Services. Demand Assignment SCPC Network Architecture. Preassigned Point-to-Point Links. Application in Rural Telephony.

Mobile Satellite Service (GEO and Non-GEO): Foundation of the Mobile Satellite Service. GEO MSS Systems. Advanced MSS Services. Non-GEO MSS Systems. Application of MultipleAccess Techniques. Network Access Control and Security. Digital Speech Compression. Economic Comparison of MSS Systems. Prospects for Global MSS Service.

Frequency Coordination and Regulation of Services: Regulatory Background. Sharing of Radio Frequencies. Structure of the ITU. The ITU Radio Regulations. International Frequency Coordination. World Radio Communication Conference. Additional Regulatory Approvals.

The Business of Satellite Communication: The Satellite Marketing Challenge. Selling the Space Segment. Value Added Service Offerings. The Marketing Organization. Financing a Satellite System.

Editorial Reviews

A review of the applications that have driven the tremendous growth in the satellite communication industry in the past decade. It is organized into four parts that deal with the most fundamental areas of concern to application developers and users: the technical and business fundamentals, the application of simplex links to multiple users, duplex links that deliver two-way interactive services, and regulatory and business affairs that drive investment and financial performance. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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