Satellite Communication

Contents: Preface. Acknowledgements. 1. Introduction. 2. Satellite orbits. 3. Satellite link design. 4. Spacecraft. 5. Multiple access. 6. Earth station. 7. Modulation, coding and multiplexing. 8. Digital satellite link. 9. Non-geostationary satellite systems. 10. Satellite navigation and global positioning systems. 11. Applications and future trends of satellite communications. Bibliography. Index.

"Satellite Communication is a special technology in the field of electronic communication systems. A graduate engineering student with electronics and communication engineering will find this book useful to understand the concepts of satellite communication. This book deals with the technology and gives an adequate treatment of the subject. Analysis and design of satellite communication equipment is also treated to the extent required for the engineering graduates. It is very useful reference for the candidates preparing for higher studies and competitive examinations. Mathematical analysis is presented wherever required and concepts are well illustrated. It also deals with the latest technological developments in the related fields." (jacket)