Here is a sophisticated discussion of long-term development in advanced physical layer techniques designed for broadband communications, for fixed and mobile terminals, and 4G evolutions and possible convergence between different technologies. The authors provide state-of-the-art coverage on all aspects of the physical layer of a satellite link, including channel propagation, coding, modulation, synchronization and parameter estimation, predistortion and equalization, diversity and combining, multiple access, and software radio. Additionally, a general description of satellite systems and services is provided for organizing the material into a generalized and workable framework.

Addresses advanced physical layer techniques designed for broadband communications for fixed and mobile terminals Considers 4G evolutions and possible convergence between different technologies Contributions by leading researchers from around the world

Klappentext

Digital Satellite Communications focuses on the study and design of efficient and flexible physical layers for broadband mobile and fixed satellite links. The chapters address long-term developments for advanced physical layer techniques in broadband communications, fixed and mobile terminals, and 4G evolutions with a potential convergence between different technologies.

A general description of satellite systems and services is provided which organizes the material into a generalized and readable framework. The approach is both analytical and descriptive.

The book provides a unified view of essential topics, including:

· fundamental theories

· channel coding and modulation

· synchronization and parameter estimation

· distortions and countermeasures

· diversity techniques

· multiplexing and multiple access schemes

· software radio

Digital Satellite Communications is ideal for researchers and students in the fields of communication and signal processing.

Inhalt
Theoretical Background.- Satellite Channel Impairments.- Forward Error Correction.- Modulation Techniques.- Parameter Estimation and Synchronization.- Distortion Countermeasures.- Diversity Techniques and Fade Mitigation.- Multiuser Satellite Communications.- Software Radio.- Systems and Services.