Overview

This handbook examines the underlying technologies of each type of power vacuum tube device commonly in use today. It offers a comprehensive look at the important area of high-frequency/high-power applications of microwave power devices, making it possible for general principles to be translated to specific applications. Supporting mathematics and extensive technical illustrations and schematic diagrams are included to clarify the material presented. This new edition will provide the reader with important updates on new vacuum tube technology, devices, applications, design methods, and modulation methods. What's New in the Second Edition? Reviews the latest in new vacuum tube technology - new devices and refinements of existing devices that extend power and frequency capabilities Identifies new applications for commercial and scientific research Examines new frontiers on materials science - directly impacting construction, reliability, and performance Outlines new methods of power tube design - yielding more efficient, lasting tubes Describes new modulation methods affecting power tube design and application, including digital technologies

Full Product Details

Author:   Jerry Whitaker (Advanced Television Systems Committee, Morgan Hill, California, USA)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint:   CRC Press Inc
Edition:   3rd edition
Volume:   16
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 4.30cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   1.111kg
ISBN:  

9781439850640

ISBN 10:   143985064
Pages:   707
Publication Date:   13 March 2012
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Praise for Previous Editions !a valuable resource for practicing electrical engineers and others involved with vacuum tubes and related equipment. --E.M. Aupperle, in Choice, December 1999

Author Information

Jerry C. Whitaker is Vice President of Standards Development at the Advanced Television Systems Committee (ATSC), Washington, D.C. Mr. Whitaker has been involved in various aspects of the electronics industry for more than 30 years, with specialization in communications.

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