Wireless Communications
Now reissued by Cambridge University Press, the updated second edition of this definitive textbook provides an unrivaled introduction to the theoretical and practical fundamentals of wireless communications. Key technical concepts are developed from first principles, and demonstrated to students using over 50 carefully curated worked examples. Over 200 end-of-chapter problems, based on real-world industry scenarios, help cement student understanding. The book provides a thorough coverage of foundational wireless technologies, including wireless local area networks (WLAN), 3G systems, and Bluetooth along with refreshed summaries of recent cellular standards leading to 4G and 5G, insights into the new areas of mobile satellite communications and fixed wireless access, and extra homework problems. Supported online by a solutions manual and lecture slides for instructors, this is the ideal foundation for senior undergraduate and graduate courses in wireless communications.
Communication Electronics
This text/reference develops practical intuition into the art of RF circuit design and introduces users to the widely used simulation tool, Pathwave ADS, from Keysight Technologies.
Sparse Arrays for Radar, Sonar, and Communications
Specialized resource providing detailed coverage of recent advances in theory and applications of sparse arrays Sparse Arrays for Radar, Sonar, and Communications discusses various design approaches of sparse arrays, including those seeking to increase the corresponding one-dimensional and two-dimensional virtual array apertures, as well as others that configure the arrays based on solutions of constrained minimization problems. The latter includes statistical bounds and signal-to-interference and noise ratio; in this respect, the book utilizes the recent strides made in convex optimizations and machine learning for sparse array configurability in both fixed and dynamic environments. Similar ideas are presented for sparse array-waveform design. The book also discusses the role of sparse arrays in improving target detection and resolution in radar, improving channel capacity in massive MIMO, and improving underwater target localization in sonar. It covers different sparse array topologies, and provides various approaches that deliver the optimum and semi-optimum sparse array transceivers. . Edited by a world-leading expert in Radar and Signal Processing and contributed to by world-class researchers in their respective fields, Sparse Arrays for Radar, Sonar, and Communications covers topics including: Utilizing sparse arrays in emerging technologies and showing their offerings in various sensing and communications applications Applying sparse arrays to different environments and obtain superior performances over conventional uniform arrays Solving the localization, beamforming, and direction-finding problems using non-uniform array structures for narrowband and wideband signals Designing sparse array structures for both stationary and moving platforms that produce physical and synthesized array apertures. Using deep neural networks that learn the underlying complex nonlinear model and output the sparse array configuration using representations of the input data spatio-temporal observations Solving for optimum sparse array configurations and beamforming coefficients in sensing using iterative convex optimization methodsProviding complete coverage of the recent considerable progress in sparse array design and configurations, Sparse Arrays for Radar, Sonar, and Communications is an essential resource on the subject for graduate students and engineers pursuing research and applications in the broad areas of active/passive sensing and communications.
World Cinema On Demand
World Cinema on Demand brings together diverse contributions by leading film and media scholars to examine world cinema's dialogue with the transformations that took place during 2010-2014, engaging directly with ongoing debates surrounding national cinema, transnational identity, and cultural globalization, as well as ideas about genre, fandom and cinephilia. The contributions look at individual national patterns of online distribution, engaging with archives, SVODS and torrent communities. The essays also investigate the cross-cultural presence of world cinema in non-domestic online markets (such as Europe's, for example). As a result, the volume sheds light on geo-politically specific issues of film circulation, consumption and preservation within a range of culturally diverse filmmaking contexts, including case studies from India, Nigeria, Mexico and China. In this way, the collection maps the impact of different online formats of distribution in the understanding of World Cinema, underlining the links between distribution and media provisions as well as engaging with new forms of intermediation.
Forensic Radio Survey Techniques for Cell Site Analysis
FORENSIC RADIO SURVEY TECHNIQUES FOR CELL SITE ANALYSIS Overview of the end-to-end process of planning, undertaking, and reporting of forensic radio surveying to support cell site analysis The newly updated and revised Second Edition of Forensic Radio Survey Techniques for Cell Site Analysis provides an overview of the end-to-end process of planning, undertaking, and reporting of forensic radio surveying to support the forensic discipline of cell site analysis. It starts by recapping and explaining, in an accessible way, the theory, structure, and operation of cellular communications networks, then moves on to describe the techniques and devices employed to undertake forensic radio surveys. Worked examples are used throughout to demonstrate the practical steps required to plan and undertake forensic radio surveys, including the methods used to analyze radio survey data and compile it into a court report. A summary section condenses the technical and practical elements of the book into a handy reference resource for busy practitioners. The Second Edition contains 25% brand new material covering 5G New Radio networks and '6G and beyond, ' critical communications, mobile satellite communications, IoT networks, Cell Site Analysis Tools, and much more. Other sample topics covered in Forensic Radio Survey Techniques for Cell Site Analysis include: Radio theory, covering RF propagation, basic terminology, propagation modes, multipath transmission, and carrying information on a radio signal Core networks, including 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G, subscriber and device identifiers, and international and temporary mobile subscriber identities Cell access control, covering cell barring, forbidden LAC/TAC, location updating, inter- and intra-carrier handovers, and 3GPP network types Forensic radio surveys objectives, terminology, and types, along with location, static spot, and indoor surveys The Second Edition of Forensic Radio Survey Techniques for Cell Site Analysis is an essential reference on the subject for police analysts, practitioners, technicians, investigators, and cell site experts, along with legal professionals and students/trainees in digital forensics.
Channel Characterization and Modeling for Vehicular Communications
This book presents and develops comprehensive knowledge of vehicular channel characteristics and proper vehicular channel models. The studied topics contain the propagation characteristics of vehicular communications, such as: a time-frequency non-stationary single-input single-output (SISO) vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) non-geometry stochastic model (NGSM); a space-time non-stationary massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) V2V regular-shaped geometry-based stochastic model (RS-GBSM); and a space-time non-stationary massive MIMO V2V irregular-shaped geometry-based stochastic model (IS-GBSM). Each is introduced, with characteristics then discussed in detail. Finally, this book discusses future research directions to inspire further investigation in the field of vehicular channels from three different perspectives.
Machine Learning Applications
Machine Learning Applications Practical resource on the importance of Machine Learning and Deep Learning applications in various technologies and real-world situations Machine Learning Applications discusses methodological advancements of machine learning and deep learning, presents applications in image processing, including face and vehicle detection, image classification, object detection, image segmentation, and delivers real-world applications in healthcare to identify diseases and diagnosis, such as creating smart health records and medical imaging diagnosis, and provides real-world examples, case studies, use cases, and techniques to enable the reader's active learning. Composed of 13 chapters, this book also introduces real-world applications of machine and deep learning in blockchain technology, cyber security, and climate change. An explanation of AI and robotic applications in mechanical design is also discussed, including robot-assisted surgeries, security, and space exploration. The book describes the importance of each subject area and detail why they are so important to us from a societal and human perspective. Edited by two highly qualified academics and contributed to by established thought leaders in their respective fields, Machine Learning Applications includes information on: Content based medical image retrieval (CBMIR), covering face and vehicle detection, multi-resolution and multisource analysis, manifold and image processing, and morphological processing Smart medicine, including machine learning and artificial intelligence in medicine, risk identification, tailored interventions, and association rules AI and robotics application for transportation and infrastructure (e.g., autonomous cars and smart cities), along with global warming and climate change Identifying diseases and diagnosis, drug discovery and manufacturing, medical imaging diagnosis, personalized medicine, and smart health records With its practical approach to the subject, Machine Learning Applications is an ideal resource for professionals working with smart technologies such as machine and deep learning, AI, IoT, and other wireless communications; it is also highly suitable for professionals working in robotics, computer vision, cyber security and more.
Future Fixed and Mobile Broadband Internet, Clouds, and Iot/AI
FUTURE FIXED AND MOBILE BROADBAND INTERNET, CLOUDS, AND IoT/AI All-in-one resource on the development of Internet and telecoms worldwide, based on the technological frameworks as defined by the ITU Future Fixed and Mobile Broadband Internet, Clouds, and IoT/AI is a highly comprehensive resource that provides full coverage of existing and future fixed and mobile broadband networks, internet, and telecom and OTT services. This book explains how to perform technical, business, and regulatory analysis for future 5G-Advanced, 6G, WiFi, and optical access. This book also covers optical transport, submarine cable, future satellite broadband, cloud computing, massive and critical IoT and frameworks and use of AI / ML in telecommunications. Topics covered include: Internet technologies, IPv6, QUIC, DNS, IPX, QoS in Internet/IP, cybersecurity, future Internet 2030, Internet governance Future metallic and optical broadband, carrier-grade Ethernet, SD-WAN, OTN, submarine cable, satellite broadband, business and regulation of broadband Future mobile and wireless broadband, 5G-Advanced, 5G/6G spectrum management, 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks, QoS, 6G/IMT-2030, WiFi 7 (802.11.be), mobile business and regulatory aspects Cloud computing architectures and service models, MLaaS, BaaS, future OTT and telecom cloud services, business and regulation of clouds Future voice, future TV, XR/AR/VR, critical IoT/AI services, future OTT services, metaverse, network neutrality, future digital economy and markets Future Fixed and Mobile Broadband Internet, Clouds, and IoT/AI is an essential reference for government officials and regulators, business leaders, engineers, managers, and employees in the telecommunications industry, ICT business professionals, and students in telecommunications.
Essentials of RF Front-end Design and Testing
Essentials of RF Front-end Design and Testing Highly comprehensive text delivering the RF system essentials required to understand, develop, and evaluate the performance of RF wireless systems Essentials of RF Front-end Design and Testing: A Practical Guide for Wireless Systems is a system-oriented book which provides several wireless communication disciplines in one volume. The book covers a wide range of topics, including antenna fundamentals, phased array antenna and MIMOs that are crucial for the latest 5G mmWave and future 6G wireless systems, high-frequency transmission lines, RF building blocks that are necessary to understand how various RF subsystems are interrelated and implemented in wireless systems, and test setups for conducted and Over-The-Air (OTA) transmitter and receiver tests. The text enables readers to understand, develop, and evaluate the performance of RF wireless systems. The text focuses on RF system performance and testing rather than mathematical proofs, which are available in the provided references. Although the book is intended for testing and building RF system prototypes, it has the sufficient theoretical background needed for RF systems design and testing. Each chapter includes learning objectives, review questions, and references. Sample topics covered in the book include: An overview of cellular phone systems, 5G NR wireless technology, MIMO technology, terahertz communications for 6G wireless technology, and modulation and multiplexing Analog and digital modulation techniques, including AM, SSB, FM, FSK, PSK, QAM, SSFH, DSSS, and OFDM High-frequency transmission lines, S-parameters, low-noise amplifier, RF mixers, filters, power amplifiers, frequency synthesizers, circulators/isolators, directional couplers, RF switches, and RF phase shifters Antenna basics, including antenna gain, radiation pattern, input impedance, polarization, and antenna noise temperature; microstrip antenna, antenna array, propagation path loss, compact antenna test range (CATR), and test setups for antenna measurements. Basics of MIMO and beamforming technology, including analog, digital, and hybrid beamforming Test setups for characterizing the key RF performance parameters of 5G New Radio base station transmitters and receivers. Essentials of RF Front-end Design and Testing: A Practical Guide for Wireless Systems is a highly comprehensive resource on the subject and is intended for graduate engineers and technologists involved in designing, developing, and testing wireless systems, along with undergraduate/graduate students, enhancing their learning experience of RF subsystems/systems characterization.
Dielectric Resonator Antennas
Dielectric Resonator Antennas A detailed guide to dielectric-based techniques for antenna array design and construction Dielectric designs, which transmit electricity without conducting it, have in recent decades been increasingly incorporated into antenna arrays. The resulting Dielectric Resonator Antennas (DRAs) provide significant benefits over metal antennas, avoiding conduction loss and increasing efficiency. Dielectric elements can also be incorporated into metal antennas to improve performance. Dielectric Resonator Antennas provides an introduction to dielectric-based techniques for manufacturing antenna arrays. It supplies guidelines for identifying dielectric antenna designs (as opposed to metal ones), describes recent developments in dielectric antenna technology, and points toward potential areas of future growth and development. Readers will also find: Cutting-edge DRA applications in microwave and millimeter-wave communications Detailed discussion of array types including wideband, high-gain, high efficiency, and more Instructions for fabricating dielectric antenna arrays and assessing tolerance levels Dielectric Resonator Antennas is ideal for researchers and students in electrical engineering, as well as for engineers and others working in wireless communications.
Intelligent Surfaces Empowered 6G Wireless Network
INTELLIGENT SURFACES EMPOWERED 6G WIRELESS NETWORK Integrate intelligent surfaces into the wireless networks of the future. The next generation of wireless technology (6G) promises to transform wireless communication and human interconnectivity like never before. Intelligent surface, which adopts significant numbers of small reflective surfaces to reconfigure wireless connections and improve network performance, has recently been recognized as a critical component for enabling future 6G. The next phase of wireless technology demands engineers and researchers are familiar with this technology and are able to cope with the challenges. Intelligent Surfaces Empowered 6G Wireless Network provides a thorough overview of intelligent surface technologies and their applications in wireless networks and 6G. It includes an introduction to the fundamentals of intelligent surfaces, before moving to more advanced content for engineers who understand them and look to apply them in the 6G realm. Its detailed discussion of the challenges and opportunities posed by intelligent surfaces empowered wireless networks makes it the first work of its kind. Intelligent Surfaces Empowered 6G Wireless Network readers will also find: An editorial team including the original pioneers of intelligent surface technology. Detailed coverage of subjects including MIMO, terahertz, NOMA, energy harvesting, physical layer security, computing, sensing, machine learning, and more. Discussion of hardware design, signal processing techniques, and other critical aspects of IRS engineering. Intelligent Surfaces Empowered 6G Wireless Network is a must for students, researchers, and working engineers looking to understand this vital aspect of the coming 6G revolution.
Group Recommender Systems
This book discusses different aspects of group recommender systems, which are systems that help to identify recommendations for groups instead of single users. In this context, the authors present different related techniques and applications. The book includes in-depth summaries of group recommendation algorithms, related industrial applications, different aspects of preference construction and explanations, user interface aspects of group recommender systems, and related psychological aspects that play a crucial role in group decision scenarios.
Explainable Machine Learning in Medicine
This book covers a variety of advanced communications technologies that can be used to analyze medical data and can be used to diagnose diseases in clinic centers. The book is a primer of methods for medicine, providing an overview of explainable artificial intelligence (AI) techniques that can be applied in different medical challenges. The authors discuss how to select and apply the proper technology depending on the provided data and the analysis desired. Because a variety of data can be used in the medical field, the book explains how to deal with challenges connected with each type. A number of scenarios are introduced that can happen in real-time environments, with each pared with a type of machine learning that can be used to solve it.
Artificial Intelligence and Sustainability
This book gives readers the tools to craft AI systems that don't just thrive today, but endure sustainably into the future. Whether a trailblazer or an aspiring innovator, this book enables readers to resonate with the ambitions of software developers, data scientists, and AI practitioners. The author covers the latest techniques and best practices for energy efficiency, reducing carbon footprints, and ensuring fair and ethical AI. The book also addresses important issues such as AI governance, managing risks, and ensuring transparency. Topics covered include understanding the relationship between AI and sustainable development, strategies for building efficient AI systems, and ethical considerations in AI development, among others. The author includes case studies of companies and organizations that have successfully implemented sustainable AI software development practices. Therefore, this book will be of interest to AI practitioners, academics, researchers, and lecturers in computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning and data sciences.
Telecommunications in Developing Countries
Telecommunications in Developing Countries (1990) stresses the importance of modern, micro electronics-based telecommunications for developing economies in providing a basic communications infrastructure for economic and industrial development and the springboard for new information technology activities. Although progress in telecommunications has so far been concentrated in the most advanced regions of the world, some developing countries can bypass older, less efficient forms of telecommunications and go straight to microelectronic technology. This book is the first to examine the challenges and difficulties facing developing countries in this field. extending existing theories of technology transfer and diffusion, Michael Hobday offers an explanation of the forces for change in the telecommunications industry. He then examines Brazil's experience in telecommunications, from developing the technology and building up a modern infrastructure to controlling multinational suppliers of equipment. Dr Hobday explains why Brazil's efforts in this area have succeeded, and offers lessons for other developing countries.
Principles and Practice of Blockchains
This book provides an essential compilation of relevant and cutting edge academic and industry work on key Blockchain topics. This book concentrates on a wide range of advances related to Blockchains which include, among others, Blockchain principles, architecture and concepts with emphasis on key and innovative theories, methodologies, schemes and technologies of Blockchain, Blockchain platforms and architecture, Blockchain protocols, sensors and devices for Blockchain, Blockchain foundations, and reliability analysis of Blockchain-based systems. Further, it provides a glimpse of future directions where cybersecurity applications are headed. The book is a rich collection of carefully selected and reviewed manuscripts written by diverse cybersecurity application experts in the listed fields and edited by prominent cybersecurity applications researchers and specialists.
How to Communicate in a Crisis
You need to be able to communicate clearly during a disaster in the digital age. It's not just a skill. "How to Communicate in a Crisis: Tips for a Connected World" is the most important book you need to feel confident in crisis situations today. This book, written by a seasoned communication expert, is a light for people and groups looking for useful information to get through the storm.Learn about the newest ways to talk to people in a situation in a world where everyone is connected and every word counts. This book will show you how to improve your communication skills by using social media for real-time updates and writing messages that are honest and open. It looks at crisis management from the point of view of the future by looking at past events and learning from both the successes and failures.Find out how to communicate with stakeholders effectively, how to balance openness and privacy, and how to deal with false information in this age of fast information sharing. This book has the hottest words in crisis communication right now, like "resilience," "transparency," "empathy," and "strategic adaptability." It will help you turn crises into growth chances.This book will give you the practical tips, actionable strategies, and attitude you need to communicate effectively in our interconnected world, no matter how much experience you have as a communication professional or how much you know about crisis management. These days, crises can happen in the blink of an eye. Give yourself the power to speak with confidence, authenticity, and strategy when things go wrong.
Emerging Trends in Cybersecurity Applications
This book provides an essential compilation of relevant and cutting edge academic and industry work on key cybersecurity applications topics. Further, it introduces cybersecurity applications to the public at large to develop their cybersecurity applications knowledge and awareness. The book concentrates on a wide range of advances related to Cybersecurity Applications which include, among others, applications in the areas of Data Science, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Web, High-Tech Systems, Cyber-Physical Systems, Mobile Devices, Digital Media, and Cloud Computing. It introduces the concepts, techniques, methods, approaches and trends needed by cybersecurity application specialists and educators for keeping current their cybersecurity applications knowledge. Further, it provides a glimpse of future directions where cybersecurity applications are headed. The book can be a valuable resource to applied cybersecurity experts towards their professional development efforts and to students as a supplement to their cybersecurity courses.
Distributed Computing and Intelligent Technology
This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Distributed Computing and Intelligent Technology, ICDCIT 2024, which was held in Bhubaneswar, India, during January 17-20, 2024. The 24 full papers presented in this volume were carefully reviewed and selected from 116 submissions. The papers are organized in the following topical sections: Distributed Computing (DC) and Intelligent Technology (IT). The DC track solicits original research papers contributing to the foundations and applications of distributed computing, whereas the IT track solicits original research papers contributing to the foundations and applications of Intelligent Technology.
Communication Networks
In an era defined by interconnectedness, communication networks stand as the vital arteries of our digital world. The rapid evolution of technology has led to a profound transformation in the way information is exchanged, shaping the very fabric of our society, economy, and daily lives. This book, "Communication Networks: Bridging the Digital Divide," delves into the intricacies of modern communication networks, unraveling their underlying principles, design strategies, and far-reaching impacts. The landscape of communication networks is a dynamic tapestry woven with threads of telecommunications, computer science, electrical engineering, and information theory. As the demand for seamless and high-speed connectivity grows, the study of communication networks becomes increasingly indispensable. Whether it's the global expanse of the Internet, the efficiency of wireless systems, the security of data transmission, or the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT), a solid understanding of communication networks is essential for both professionals and enthusiasts. This book embarks on a journey through the fundamental concepts that form the backbone of communication networks. From the basics of data transmission and network protocols to advanced topics like network architecture, routing algorithms, and network security, each chapter offers a comprehensive exploration of key ideas. Real-world examples, case studies, and practical insights punctuate the narrative, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and its practical applications.
Cyber Malware
This book provides the foundational aspects of malware attack vectors and appropriate defense mechanisms against malware. The book equips readers with the necessary knowledge and techniques to successfully lower the risk against emergent malware attacks. Topics cover protections against malware using machine learning algorithms, Blockchain and AI technologies, smart AI-based applications, automated detection-based AI tools, forensics tools, and much more. The authors discuss theoretical, technical, and practical issues related to cyber malware attacks and defense, making it ideal reading material for students, researchers, and developers.
UWB Technology - New Insights and Developments
Ultra-wideband (UWB) is a radio frequency communication technology that transmits data stably and quickly within a short range. Due to its unprecedented accuracy, speed and reliability, it is an ideal technology for the indoor location of moving targets in space-sensitive and complex environments. This book disseminates some of the latest scientific and technological contributions by different researchers around the world in the development of both devices and applications based on UWB technology. Antennas, filters, resonators, delay cells, and transmitters are some of the useful electronic devices or systems described. This book aims to serve as a source of inspiration for continuing scientific research on commercial, industrial, and military applications of UWB technology. The book will be a valuable source of information for undergraduate and graduate students, as well as for experts and researchers around UWB technology.
Advances in Computational Logistics and Supply Chain Analytics
This book provides advances in computational logistics and supply chain analytics. The authors include innovative data-driven and learning-based approaches, methods, algorithms, techniques, and tools that have been designed or applied to create and implement a successful logistics and supply chain management process. This book highlights the state of the art and challenges related to the design and the application of computational methods to solve logistic and supply chain management problems. The authors present recent computational logistic methods and supply chain analytics techniques designed and applied to support managers in improving such complex processes. This book broadly covers recent computational methods and techniques applied to ensure continuous improvement of transport, logistic, and supply chain management processes. Readers can rapidly explore these new methods and their applications to solve such complex problems.
Internet Transport Economics
This book presents Internet transport economics as a new approach to understanding the packet-switching paradigm of Internet infrastructure as a global transport system for data packets. It is a prescient view of the Internet's evolution into a content-centric service platform where the quality of services (QoS) cannot be guaranteed due to the tens of thousands of autonomous systems that enact business decisions on peering, routing, and pricing in a way that determines aspects of the Internet ecosystem like network topology, latency and throughput of traffic flows, and performance of network applications. The trafficking issues created in this environment are a critical concern and barrier for user applications that require real-time responses, such as telesurgery and teleoperation of autonomous vehicles, and the book presents the Internet transport economics model as the solution. While engineering and business are the prevailing lenses through which the Internet is viewed, the book builds its methodological framework around transport. Further delving into economics, it establishes how the Internet can be understood as providing transport services for data packets, whose demand and supply are driven by the QoS metrics of delay and loss, which can be regarded as congestion costs that result in equilibrium rates of traffic flows sent by content providers (CPs). The book goes on to present a stylized model of content provider-to-access provider (CP-AP) service as well as congestion equilibrium and rate equilibrium solution concepts under the Internet transport economics framework. These are used to analyze the problem domains of service differentiation, market structure, and data pricing. Finally, it discusses various potential future applications. This book will be of interest to graduate students and researchers in areas of computer networking and performance evaluation.
Cloud Technologies and Services
This textbook provides a thorough yet compact review of cloud technologies. It offers easy to understand explanations of the technical concepts underlying cloud services, platforms, and applications offered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and the Google Cloud Platform (GCP). It presents cloud concepts at a depth that can be understood and applied by both technical and non-technical readers. Once that is accomplished the learner can then easily move toward more advanced topics. Or, they can use the knowledge gained from this book to obtain industry certifications and be competitive in this exciting industry. Reader learning is enhanced with quizzes and exam questions and hands-on labs throughout the book with PowerPoint slides, instructor guide and additional labs online. All the tools needed for advancement to the level of cloud architect are found in this book. The author has verified the success of this approach in his own academic environment with much success. He teaches Cloud Engineering and Advanced Cloud Engineering at Southern Methodist University. Both courses were developed in partnership with the AWS Academy, the education arm of the Amazon Web Services cloud platform. Using this methodology his students routinely take and pass cloud certification exams and obtain lucrative employment positions in the rapidly expanding cloud industry.
The Bell System Technical Journal, Volumes 1-2
The Bell System Technical Journal, published by the American Telephone and Telegraph Company, is an essential resource for anyone interested in telecommunications. This two-volume set includes groundbreaking research on topics ranging from circuit switching to transmission theory.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Shaffner's Telegraph Companion
This book is a comprehensive guide to the science and art of telegraphy, with a focus on the Morse American telegraph system. It covers the history of telegraphy, the principles of electrical communication, the construction and operation of telegraph lines and instruments, and telegraph codes and abbreviations. It also features practical advice for telegraph operators and enthusiasts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Deep Learning Networks
This textbook presents multiple facets of design, development and deployment of deep learning networks for both students and industry practitioners. It introduces a deep learning tool set with deep learning concepts interwoven to enhance understanding. It also presents the design and technical aspects of programming along with a practical way to understand the relationships between programming and technology for a variety of applications. It offers a tutorial for the reader to learn wide-ranging conceptual modeling and programming tools that animate deep learning applications. The book is especially directed to students taking senior level undergraduate courses and to industry practitioners interested in learning about and applying deep learning methods to practical real-world problems.
Instructions for Testing Telegraph Lines and the Technical Arrangements of Offices; Volume 2
Originally published in 1877, this informative text provides a detailed guide for testing telegraph lines and establishing technical arrangements in telegraph offices. Written by experienced telegraph engineer Louis Schwendler, this book remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and technical mechanics of telegraph communication.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Bell System Technical Journal; Volume 1
This journal was published by the American Telephone and Telegraph Company and contains technical articles, research papers, and reports related to telecommunications technology. Written by engineers and scientists at AT&T, Bell Labs, and other affiliated organizations, this journal is a valuable resource for anyone studying the history and development of telecommunications technology in the 20th century.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Bell System Technical Journal; Volume 27
The Bell System Technical Journal is a scholarly journal published by the American Telephone and Telegraph Company. It contains articles on a variety of topics related to telecommunications, including switching theory, microwave transmission, and computer networking. The articles are written by AT&T engineers and researchers, and are intended to contribute to the scientific community's understanding of telecommunications technology. This journal is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and development of the telecommunications industry in the United States.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Telephone
A detailed history of the Bell System, America's first major telephone conglomerate, and its relationship with independent phone companies around the country.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Instructions for Testing Telegraph Lines and the Technical Arrangements of Offices Volume; Volume 1
Schwendler's groundbreaking guide to telegraphy provides a detailed look at the technical aspects of this revolutionary new technology. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of communications and technology, this book provides valuable insights into the development of the modern world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Fundamentals of Television
Television technology can be complex, but with this book, you'll learn the fundamentals in no time. From cathode ray tubes to digital displays, this book covers the history and science of television.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
The Bell System Technical Journal; Volume 2
This collection of technical articles from the world-renowned Bell System Technical Journal offers a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in telecommunications technology. From cutting-edge research on fiber optic networks to practical advice on maintaining telephone lines, this journal is an essential resource for anyone in the field of telecommunications.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Fundamentals of Television
Television technology can be complex, but with this book, you'll learn the fundamentals in no time. From cathode ray tubes to digital displays, this book covers the history and science of television.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
How To Become A Wireless Operator
A fascinating look at the early days of wireless communication, this book was originally published in 1911 and provides a detailed guide to the skills and knowledge required to become a wireless operator. While much has changed in the world of telecommunications since then, this book provides a valuable historical snapshot of an industry in its infancy.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Telephone Service; Volume 112
A technical manual on telephone service and technology, aimed at telecommunications engineers and technicians. Originally published in 1975 and updated several times since, the book provides detailed information on the design, installation, and maintenance of telephone systems, as well as an overview of the legal and regulatory framework governing the industry.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Wireless Telegraph Stations Of The World, Including Shore Stations, Merchant Vessels, Revenue Cutters, And Vessels, Revenue Cutters, And Vessels Of The United States Navy
This reference book provides a detailed list of wireless telegraph stations around the world, including their names, locations, call letters, and other pertinent information. It also includes descriptions of the technical equipment used at these stations and explanations of the principles underlying wireless communication.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Inside the Well
On October 14, 1987, eighteen-month-old Jessica McClure fell into a well, igniting a 56-hour sprint to free her. The oil boomtown of Midland, Texas, supplied a ragtag crew of rescuers. Firemen, policemen, roofing contractors, oil drillers, mining engineers, cowpokes, and nosy neighbors all worked together, improvising their way to the story's happy conclusion: when paramedics hoisted Baby Jessica into the limelight. Also on the scene was fourth-grader Lance Lunsford, who craned his neck over the fence to try to watch the events unfold. There was a lot to see. Every major news station--local, regional, national, and even global--was represented. CNN inaugurated 24-hour reporting, birthing the round-the-clock disaster coverage commonplace on cable news today. Later in life as a reporter for the Midland Reporter-Telegram, Lunsford was writing a retrospective on the rescue when he realized that much of the story had not yet been told. Lunsford's gripping firsthand narrative documents not just the play-by-play action of the rescue itself but also the lives of the rescuers, their triumph, and, for some, their ultimate tragedy. Bolstered by recollection, exclusive interviews, and deep local knowledge, Inside the Well is the definitive book on a West Texas story that became a twentieth-century media phenomenon.
The Michigan Bell, Volume 2, Issue 5
Stay up to date on the latest news and developments in the telecommunications industry with this issue of The Michigan Bell. Featuring informative articles on new technologies and trends, as well as updates on the latest products and services, this magazine is a must-read for anyone working in the field.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Journal Of The Telegraph; Volume 15
The Journal of the Telegraph is a periodical publication produced by the Western Union Telegraph Company. Founded in 1868, it covers topics related to telegraphic communication, including the development of new technologies, industry news, and the social and cultural impact of telegraphy. It also includes articles on related fields such as electrical engineering and business management. The Journal of the Telegraph is a fascinating historical document that provides valuable insights into the early days of the telecommunications industry.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Strategic Value Proposition Innovation Management in Software Startups for Sustained Competitive Advantage
This book aims to increase the success rates of startups by focusing on value proposition innovation, which is propelled by the involvement of potential consumers as well as other resources such as freelancers and strategic relationships with academia. The author shows how startups who are resource constrained can invest efforts exploring the potential market of their products. The author also explores how global markets can be beneficial for a startup's success, while showing the workarounds in hard-to-access markets. The book investigates gaining knowledge shared by freelancers, customers, and academia, whose involvement can be crucial in supporting value proposition innovation activities such as ideas generation, implementation, and commercialization. Combined, the author leads readers to discover their ability to foster value proposition innovations that result into long term competitive advantage in a highly fluctuating business environment.
Reconfigurable Active and Passive Planar Antennas for Wireless Communication Systems
This book presents state-of-the-art trends in reconfigurable active and passive planar antennas and their applications in wireless communication systems operating in the frequency band 5-6 GHz. Due to various key features such as multifunction antenna design, compactness, planar nature, and low cost, these technologies are becoming popular for current and future wireless applications. This book discusses different novel antenna designs and their working principles in detail. The modern and future wireless systems require wideband antennas to accommodate various channels in a single band or in separate bands. The carrier aggregation (CA) has been introduced in the modern wireless systems such as LTE-advanced systems and 5G./6G. In CA, a device can use several channels for transmission and reception. The used channels can exist in the same frequency band (intra-band CA) or in distinct bands (inter-band CA). To accommodate more channels, more bandwidth is required within the operating band. For portable devices, circularly polarized (CP) antennas are more advantageous over linearly polarized antennas since in CP antennas, there is low risk of misalignment and, hence encountering interference. Circularly polarized antenna also provides higher link reliability for the portable devices. To provide high data rates, more bandwidth is needed to accommodate more channels. Various multifunction, compact, and wideband antennas for plethora of applications are addressed in detail in this book. The scope of developing reconfigurable active antennas for application in beam switching, beam steering, wireless charging, security systems, etc., is described. This book concludes by giving glimpses of antenna requirements for future wireless communication systems.
Social Media a Digital Connection Phenomenon
Social media, a digital connection phenomenon, has transformed the way we communicate, interact, and share information in the 21st century. It has become an integral part of our daily lives, redefining the dynamics of human connection and the dissemination of information.At its core, social media is a virtual platform that enables individuals, businesses, and organizations to connect with people worldwide. It has transcended geographical boundaries, allowing us to bridge gaps, exchange ideas, and form communities across the globe. Whether it's Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or newer platforms like TikTok, these networks facilitate real-time conversations and engagement, bringing people closer together.One of the most remarkable aspects of social media is its role as a catalyst for change. Movements, activism, and awareness campaigns have found a powerful voice through platforms like Twitter and Instagram. Users can share their experiences, opinions, and concerns, giving rise to global discussions on important issues such as social justice, climate change, and public health.Moreover, social media has revolutionized the way we consume and create content. It has birthed a new era of influencers and content creators who have leveraged their platforms to reach and influence massive audiences. From fashion trends to culinary delights, social media drives popular culture, impacting everything from what we wear to what we eat.Yet, social media isn't without its challenges. Concerns about privacy, online harassment, and the spread of fake news have raised important questions about the responsible use of these platforms. It's crucial to strike a balance between the benefits and potential downsides of social media to ensure its continued positive impact on society.
Intelligent Satellite Design and Implementation
INTELLIGENT SATELLITE DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION Integrate cutting-edge technology into spacecraft design with this groundbreaking work Artificial intelligence and machine learning have revolutionized virtually every area of computing and complex engineering, and the design of satellite spacecraft is no exception. Intelligent satellites are increasingly capable of human-like perception, decision-making, and operations, and their problem-solving capacities are still expanding. As AI and machine learning continue to advance, their integration into satellite manufacture will only deepen. Intelligent Satellite Design and Implementation seeks to understand the foundations of this integration and its likely directions in the coming years. Beginning from the basic principles of interaction between artificial intelligence and satellite design and mission planning, the book analyzes a series of current or potential areas of technological advancement to create a comprehensive overview of the subject. Intelligent Satellite Design and Implementation readers will also find: Background information on the introduction and development of artificial intelligence Detailed discussion of topics including autonomous satellite operation, remote sensing satellites, and many more Over 100 illustrations and tables to reinforce key concepts Intelligent Satellite Design and Implementation is ideal for graduate students and advanced undergraduates in engineering, computing, and spacecraft design programs, as well as researchers in these and related fields.
Cybernetical Intelligence
CYBERNETICAL INTELLIGENCE Highly comprehensive, detailed, and up-to-date overview of artificial intelligence and cybernetics, with practical examples and supplementary learning resources Cybernetical Intelligence: Engineering Cybernetics with Machine Intelligence is a comprehensive guide to the field of cybernetics and neural networks, as well as the mathematical foundations of these technologies. The book provides a detailed explanation of various types of neural networks, including feedforward networks, recurrent neural networks, and convolutional neural networks as well as their applications to different real-world problems. This groundbreaking book presents a pioneering exploration of machine learning within the framework of cybernetics. It marks a significant milestone in the field's history, as it is the first book to describe the development of machine learning from a cybernetics perspective. The introduction of the concept of "Cybernetical Intelligence" and the generation of new terminology within this context propel new lines of thought in the historical development of artificial intelligence. With its profound implications and contributions, this book holds immense importance and is poised to become a definitive resource for scholars and researchers in this field of study. Each chapter is specifically designed to introduce the theory with several examples. This comprehensive book includes exercise questions at the end of each chapter, providing readers with valuable opportunities to apply and strengthen their understanding of cybernetical intelligence. To further support the learning journey, solutions to these questions are readily accessible on the book's companion site. Additionally, the companion site offers programming practice exercises and assignments, enabling readers to delve deeper into the practical aspects of the subject matter. Cybernetical Intelligence includes information on: The history and development of cybernetics and its influence on the development of neural networks Developments and innovations in artificial intelligence and machine learning, such as deep reinforcement learning, generative adversarial networks, and transfer learning Mathematical foundations of artificial intelligence and cybernetics, including linear algebra, calculus, and probability theory Ethical implications of artificial intelligence and cybernetics as well as responsible and transparent development and deployment of AI systems Presenting a highly detailed and comprehensive overview of the field, with modern developments thoroughly discussed, Cybernetical Intelligence is an essential textbook that helps students make connections with real-life engineering problems by providing both theory and practice, along with a myriad of helpful learning aids.
Python for Probability, Statistics, and Machine Learning
Using a novel integration of mathematics and Python codes, this book illustrates the fundamental concepts that link probability, statistics, and machine learning, so that the reader can not only employ statistical and machine learning models using modern Python modules, but also understand their relative strengths and weaknesses. To clearly connect theoretical concepts to practical implementations, the author provides many worked-out examples along with "Programming Tips" that encourage the reader to write quality Python code. The entire text, including all the figures and numerical results, is reproducible using the Python codes provided, thus enabling readers to follow along by experimenting with the same code on their own computers. Modern Python modules like Pandas, Sympy, Scikit-learn, Statsmodels, Scipy, Xarray, Tensorflow, and Keras are used to implement and visualize important machine learning concepts like the bias/variance trade-off, cross-validation, interpretability, and regularization. Many abstract mathematical ideas, such as modes of convergence in probability, are explained and illustrated with concrete numerical examples. This book is suitable for anyone with undergraduate-level experience with probability, statistics, or machine learning and with rudimentary knowledge of Python programming.
