Introduction to Satellite Communication book pdf download

Author: Bruce Elbert

About the Author: Bruce R. Elbert is president of Application Technology Strategy, L.L.C., a satellite technology consulting firm in Austin, Texas and Adjunct Professor (ret), College of Engineering, University of Wisconsin, Madison. Elbert is a recognized radio engineer and satellite communications expert, and has been involved in the satellite and telecommunications industries for more than 40 years. His consulting practice has assisted major organizations in the selection of the best space and ground resources, and the optimization of elements of the system at the user and provider ends. During his 25 years with Hughes Electronics (in divisions now part of Boeing Satellite Systems, Intelsat and DIRECTV), Elbert directed communications engineering of several major satellite projects, including Palapa A, Indonesia’s original satellite system; the Galaxy follow-on system; direct-to-home-satellite broadcasting satellites at Ku and Ka bands, and the development of the first GEO mobile satellite system capable of serving handheld user terminals. Elbert also worked as a communications engineer for the INTELSAT system, contributing to the early development of Ka-band satellite-switched multi-beam systems and mobile satellite service to ships and aircraft. He was a radio officer in the U.S. Army and taught microwave and VHF radio at the Signal School. He has written eight books on telecommunications and IT.

Introduction to Satellite Communication book pdf download By Bruce Elbert

This essential resource has become the industry’s standard introduction to satellite networks. Professionals and students alike turn to this highly understandable book for a comprehensive overview of satellite technology, applications, and management. Thoroughly updated and expanded with a wealth of new material, the third edition covers all the fundamentals of satellites, ground control systems, and earth stations. It provides a practical understanding of the basic construction and usage of commercial satellite networks – how parts of a satellite system function, how various components interact, which role each component plays, and which factors are the most critical to success. This latest edition focuses on digital communications and digital processing, as well as systems engineering of satellite systems. Moreover, the book focuses on the economic, legal, and management issues involved in running the business of satellite communications.

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