Microwave Transmission Networks, Second

Up-to-Date Coverage of Microwave Transmission NetworksFully revised for the latest North American and ITU standards,Microwave Transmission Networks, Second Editioncovers all stages of terrestrial point-to-point microwave network build-out, from planning and feasibility studies to system deployment and testing. This definitive volume is thoroughly updated with new information, including details on the impact of Ethernet and IP communications on microwave links. Useful formulas for solving microwave design-related problems are contained in this practical resource.Find out how to: Plan, design, and build microwave point-to-point networks Determine network capacity, dimensions, architecture, budget, schedules, and work force requirements Understand microwave link engineering Calculate loss/attention, fading and fade margins, and link quality and availability Perform interference analysis Determine, procure, and install required hardware and power systems Manage the microwave project and its regulatory issues, ethical dilemmas, logistical concerns, and organizational challenges Test the microwave system throughout every stage of development and deployment Handle maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades

About the Author
Harvey Lehpamer has almost 30 years of experience in the planning, design and deployment of the wireless and wireline networks including microwave, fiber-optic and other transmission (transport) systems in Europe, Canada, USA and other countries around the world. He also has experience in teaching, electronic circuit design and manufacturing and testing environment.

Harvey Lehpamer had worked for companies like Ericsson Wireless Communications, San Diego, USA, Qualcomm Inc., San Diego, USA, Clearnet Inc., Toronto, Canada, Ontario Hydro, Canada, Lucas Aerospace Inc. - Microwave Technologies Division, Canada, Electroproject - Consulting Engineers, Zagreb, Croatia.

He is a IEEE member and a Licensed and Professional Engineer of Province of Ontario, Canada. He is presently an Owner and Principal Engineer of "HL Telecom Consulting" in San Diego, California.

Preface to Second Edition	p. xi
Preface to First Edition	p. xiii
Transmission Network Fundamentals	p. 1
Transmission Network Media	p. 1
Basic Terminology	p. 7
Transmission Network Topology	p. 18
Transmission Network Performance	p. 21
Network Synchronization	p. 24
Network Delays	p. 28
Security and Encryption	p. 29
References	p. 31
Basics of Microwave Communications	p. 33
Radio Fundamentals	p. 33
Structure and Characteristics of the Earth's Atmosphere	p. 39
Radio Propagation	p. 40
Digital Microwave Point-to-Point Systems	p. 55
Other Microwave Systems	p. 73
Basics of Digital Communications Systems	p. 84
References	p. 88
Microwave Link Design	p. 89
Design Process Flowchart	p. 89
The Loss/Attenuation Calculations	p. 90
Fading and Fade Margins	p. 99
Microwave Link Multipath Probability Models	p. 114
Quality and Availability Calculations	p. 120
Rain Attenuation and Outage Models	p. 127
Improving the Microwave System	p. 136
Repeaters	p. 150
References	p. 158
Planning the Microwave Network	p. 159
The Microwave Network Planning Process	p. 159
Microwave Systems in Wireless Networks	p. 161
Microwave Systems in Utility Telecom Networks	p. 176
Topology and Capacity Planning	p. 177
References	p. 183
Microwave Network Design	p. 185
Introduction	p. 185
Spectrum Management	p. 185
Interference Effects and Frequency Sharing	p. 189
Microwave Design Tools	p. 203
Microwave Systems Engineering	p. 204
Tips, Hints, and Suggestions	p. 212
References	p. 216
Microwave Network Deployment	p. 217
Introduction	p. 217
Digital Microwave Radio	p. 218
Digital Multiplexers	p. 256
Cabling and Signal Termination	p. 258
Microwave Antennas, Radomes, and Transmission Lines	p. 261
GIS Data	p. 288
Field Surveys	p. 298
Housing the Equipment	p. 317
Microwave Antenna Mounting Structures	p. 320
Power Supply and Battery Backup	p. 333
Grounding, Lightning, and Surge Protection	p. 340
Microwave Testing and Troubleshooting	p. 342
References	p. 355
Project Management	p. 357
Tracking Microwave Rollout	p. 357
Regulatory Issues	p. 373
Logistical and Organizational Challenges	p. 381
Ethical Issues	p. 392
Frequently Asked Questions	p. 397
References	p. 416
American Cable Stranding	p. 417
Quick RF Reference Sheet	p. 419
Useful Physical Quantities and Units of Measurement	p. 423
Glossary	p. 427
Index	p. 467
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