Phased Array-Based Systems and Applications - (Wiley Microwave and Optical Engineering) by Nicholas Fourikis (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A comprehensive guide to state-of-the-art phased array-basedsystems and applications

First developed in 1937 to help improve communication links betweenthe United States and the United Kingdom, phased arrays haveevolved far beyond their original purpose. In addition to theirvalue in radio communications, phased arrays are now a vitalcomponent in national defense, space exploration, astronomy, andelectronic warfare.

Phased Array-Based Systems and Applications was written forresearchers and engineers with a professional interest in phasedarray-based systems. Timely, authoritative, and comprehensive, itdiscusses the most current uses of phased arrays (operating at cmand mm wavelengths) in radar, radio astronomy, remote sensing, electronic warfare, spectrum surveillance, and communications. Thisexploration of systems that share the same principles and performsimilar functions helps phased array users in all these fieldslearn more about the systems and applications in which theyspecialize. More important, the complementary nature of a varietyof sensors is emphasized throughout the book.

While his consistent focus is on practical applications, the authoralso provides generous coverage of basic theoretical principles tohelp readers understand the systems trade-offs made in the designof various phased arrays.

An indispensable professional resource for radar and antennaengineers, Phased Array-Based Systems and Applications is also asuperior graduate-level text for students in these fields.

From the Back Cover

A comprehensive guide to state-of-the-art phased array-based systems and applications

First developed in 1937 to help improve communication links between the United States and the United Kingdom, phased arrays have evolved far beyond their original purpose. In addition to their value in radio communications, phased arrays are now a vital component in national defense, space exploration, astronomy, and electronic warfare.

Phased Array-Based Systems and Applications was written for researchers and engineers with a professional interest in phased array-based systems. Timely, authoritative, and comprehensive, it discusses the most current uses of phased arrays (operating at cm and mm wavelengths) in radar, radio astronomy, remote sensing, electronic warfare, spectrum surveillance, and communications. This exploration of systems that share the same principles and perform similar functions helps phased array users in all these fields learn more about the systems and applications in which they specialize. More important, the complementary nature of a variety of sensors is emphasized throughout the book.

While his consistent focus is on practical applications, the author also provides generous coverage of basic theoretical principles to help readers understand the systems trade-offs made in the design of various phased arrays.

An indispensable professional resource for radar and antenna engineers, Phased Array-Based Systems and Applications is also a superior graduate-level text for students in these fields.

About the Author

NICHOLAS FOURIKIS, PhD, is with the Defence Science and Technology Organisation in South Australia. He is a senior member of the IEEE and a member of the AAAS and the New York Academy of Sciences. He has published over 80 scientific papers and presented invited papers in several international conferences.