In recent years the protection of communication services operating in the same adjacent channels has become more and more challenging. Communication systems need to be protected from natural and man-made interference. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) can be radiated or conducted, intentional or unintentional. Understanding physical characteristics of wave propagation is necessary to comprehend the mechanisms of electric and magnetic coupling in the communication signal paths. Different modulating techniques, as well as encoding and encrypting, can improve bit error rates (BER) and signal quality. Communication systems must be designed properly, so that the performance of their system capabilities is not subject to degradation or complete loss due to electromagnetic interference.

Although there are numerous books available on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), signal processing and electromagnetic theory, not many offer a comprehensive description of technologies for the protection of communication systems, which includes discussions on the improvement of existing communication systems and the creation of new systems. EMI Protection for Communication Systems provides basic information and definitions of problems regarding EMI in communication systems. In addition, it gives experienced practitioners knowledge of how to solve possible problems in both digital and analog communication systems. The examples given are intended for an easier comprehension of otherwise demanding electromagnetic problems. The book's primary audience includes designers, researchers and graduate students in the area of communications. There is an accompanying program on CD that works in the LabVIEW environment on a PC Windows operating system.

EMI Protection for Communication Systems is a complete text covering all aspects of EMI and is appropriate for laymen, but also contains good instructional material for practitioners in the field to help solve problems with EMI appropriate for industry professionals, researchers and advanced students.

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275 pages; $129, £79
ISBN: 978-1-59693-313-2