Short-range Wireless Communication

Short-range Wireless Communication, Third Edition, describes radio theory and applications for wireless communication over ranges from centimeters to hundreds of meters. After a short introduction, radio wave propagation is described, followed by the theory of antennas and transmission lines. Architectures of transmitters and receivers are presented, then radio system design guidelines as a function of basic communication parameters such as sensitivity, noise and bandwidth. The communication principles part of the book concludes with an introduction to information theory and error detection coding. In the second part, regulations and standards relevant to short-range devices are explained, after which explanations of the most prevalent short-range wireless networks and systems are presented. The book concludes with a discussion of current and developing applications and technologies.

Topics new to this edition include: MIMO, metamaterials, inductance coupling for loop antennas, very high throughput Wi-Fi specifications, Bluetooth Low Energy, expanded coverage of RFID, wireless security, location awareness, wireless sensor networks, internet of things, millimeter wave and optical short-range communications, body area networks and energy harvesting.

Engineers, programmers, technicians and sales management personnel who support short-range wireless products will find the book a comprehensive and highly readable source to boost on-the-job performance and satisfaction.

• Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of short-range wireless technologies
• In depth explanation of wave propagation and antennas
• Description of communication system components and specifications - transmitters, receivers, frequency synthesizers, sensitivity, noise, distortion and more
• Introduction to error detection and correction
• Review of industry and regional standards and regulations
• Presentation of wireless networks and internet-of-things
• Useful design tips and Mathcad worksheets for practicing engineers