Near-Earth laser communications /

This reference provides an overview of near-Earth laser communication theory developments including component and subsystem technologies, fundamental limitations, and approaches to reach those limits. It covers basic concepts and state-of-the-art technologies, emphasizing device technology, implemen...

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Corporate Author: Taylor & Francis
Other Authors: Hemmati, Hamid, 1954- (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Boca Raton : CRC Press, [2021].
Edition:Second edition.
Series:Optical science and engineering (CRC Press)
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:This reference provides an overview of near-Earth laser communication theory developments including component and subsystem technologies, fundamental limitations, and approaches to reach those limits. It covers basic concepts and state-of-the-art technologies, emphasizing device technology, implementation techniques, and system trades. The authors discuss hardware technologies and their applications, and also explore ongoing research activities and those planned for the near future. This new edition includes major to minor revisions with technology updates on nearly all chapters.
Item Description:<P>Introduction. Systems Engineering and Design Drivers. Pointing, Acquisition, and Tracking. Laser Transmitters: Coherent and Direct Detections. Flight Optomechanical Assembly. Coding and Modulation for Free-Space Optical<BR>Communications. Photodetectors and Receivers. Atmospheric Channel. Optical Ground Station: Requirements and Design, Bidirectional Link Model and Performance. Reliability and Flight Qualification. Optical Satellite Networking: The Concept of a Global Satellite Optical Transport Network. Future Directions. Index.</P>
Physical Description:1 online resource : illustrations (black and white, and colour).
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780429186721
042918672X
9781498777414
1498777414
9780429532610
042953261X
9780429547317
0429547315