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 energyFundamental principles: The basic technologies, concepts, and techniques used in RF transmissionPower vacuum devices: The principles and applications of gridded vacuum tubes and microwave power devicesSolid-state power devices: The operating parameters of semiconductor-based power devicesRF components and transmission lines: The operation of hardware used to combine and conduct RF powerAntenna systems: The different types of antennas and their basic operating parametersTroubleshooting: Basic troubleshooting techniques and the operation of important test instrumentsContrary 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.

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Author:   Jerry C. Whitaker (Technical Press, Morgan Hill, California, USA) ,  Jerry C. Whitaker (Technical Press, Morgan Hill, California, USA) ,  Sidney Soclof (California State University, Los Angeles, California, USA) ,  Rodger E. Ziemer (University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, USA)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint:   CRC Press Inc
Volume:   13
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 3.10cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   1.090kg
ISBN:  

9780849309731

ISBN 10:   0849309735
Pages:   500
Publication Date:   29 May 2002
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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"""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"

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

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