TY - BOOK AU - Gibilisco, Stan TI - Handbook of radio and wireless technology SN - 70230242 AV - TK 6550 .G53 1999 PY - 1999/// CY - New York PB - McGraw Hill Education KW - RADIO N1 - Includes index; Ch. 1. Electromagnetic Waves -- Ch. 2. Passive Electronic Components -- Ch. 3. Active Electronic Components -- Ch. 4. RF Antennas -- Ch. 5. Power Sources -- Ch. 6. Transmitter Basics -- Ch. 7. Receiver Basics -- Ch. 8. Beyond Microwaves -- Ch. 9. Digital Technology -- Ch. 10. Satellite and Space Communications -- Ch. 11. Location and Navigation Systems -- Ch. 12. Computers, Robots, and the Internet -- Ch. 13. Measurement, Monitoring, and Control -- Ch. 14. Security and Privacy in Communications -- Ch. 15. Noise and Interference -- Ch. 16. Personal and Hobby Communications N2 - From antennas and transmission lines, to analog and digital modulation techniques, to satellite, space, and laser communications, this book can help you master terminology, understand technology and theory, and form an overview of specific topics or the entire field, including new trends and developments. With hundreds of clarifying illustrations, tables, and charts, and extensive cross-referencing, this is an ideal sourcebook for both professionals and hobbyists ER -