WiMAX RF Systems Engineering

by Zerihun Abate

Overview

Already deployed in over 42 countries, WiMAX is quickly becoming one of the most important technologies for IP-based high-speed communications. This practical book delivers a solid understanding of WiMAX technology and RF network planning and deployment techniques without undue mathematical rigors. You find numerous examples and real-world case studies that illustrate the evolution of the design process. The book provides hands-on details on essential considerations and important aspects of the technology, from link budget, communication channel characterization, and capacity, to frequency planning, channel impairments and point-to-point link design. You also find in-depth discussions on WiMAX security and how WiMAX complements other technologies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781596939752
Publisher:	Artech House, Incorporated
Publication date:	02/28/2009
Series:	Artech House Mobile Communications Library
Pages:	314
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Zerihun Abate is a wireless communications consultant with over 15 years of industry experience. He holds a B.S. and an M.S. in electrical and computer engineering from George Mason University.

Table of Contents

Introduction. OFDM, OFDMA, SOFDMA, and Flash OFDM. Modulation, Permutation, Slots and Frames. MIMO Antennae. Oversubscription, Link Usage, and Delay. Bandwidth, Bit Rate, Delay, ISI, Fading. RF Propagation and Propagation Models. Communication channel Characterization. Network Planning Fundamentals. WiMAX Capacity and Frequency Planning. Link Analysis and Design. Point to Point (PTP) Microwave Design. Case Study. Fundamentals of WiMAX Network. WiMAX Security. WiFi Radio Planning. UMTS and WiMAX Comparison. WiMAX Complementing Other Technologies. Network Benchmarking. Appendixes. References.