An Introduction to Radio Frequency Engineering

Description

Originally published in 2004, this book provides a detailed introduction to radio frequency (RF) engineering, using a straightforward and easily understood approach combined with numerous worked examples, illustrations and homework problems. The author focuses on minimising the mathematics needed to grasp the subject while providing a solid theoretical foundation for the student. Emphasis is also placed on the practical aspects of radio engineering. The book provides a broad coverage of RF systems, circuit design, antennas, propagation and digital techniques. It will provide an excellent introduction to the subject for graduate students, researchers and practising engineers.

Dr Chris Coleman is an Associate Professor of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at The University of Adelaide. He has held research posts at Imperial College, London and the University College of Wales, and faculty positions at the University of Nottingham, UK, and the University of Wollongong, Australia. He is a member of The Centre for High Performance Integrated Technologies & Systems at Adelaide, and a member of the IEEE.

Review of the hardback: '... this book is timely and could well provide third-to-fifth-year electronics students an added interest in their work but, more importantly, a means for qualified engineers in industry to update their knowledge in this specialised field. ... the book is well-printed and robustly bound with a colourful glossy cover. The print is easy-to-read on a good quality, crisp, paper and the numerous line drawings are excellent in quality.' Circuit World Review of the hardback: 'This book provides an excellent introduction to radio frequency engineering, using a straightforward and easily understood approach combined with numerous worked examples, illustrations and homework problems ... The book provides a broad coverage of RF systems, circuit design, antennas, propagation and digital techniques ... Material in the book has been carefully chosen to provide a basic training in radio frequency and a springboard for more advanced students ... Written for upper-level undergraduate courses, it also provides an excellent introduction to the subject for graduate students, researchers and practicing engineers.' Iasi Polytechnic Magazine