The Satellite Communication Applications Handbook

The first edition of The Satellite Communication Applications Handbook established an important milestone in industry publications by defining the different application segments and providing up-to-date design and development information. As with any handbook, a sufficient percentage of the material lost its timeliness not long after the start of the new millennium. It was imperative, therefore, to update and expand its content to reflect the changes in application focus and industry structure. We did this in a way to preserve the methodical approach of the first edition while introducing a considerable amount of new technical and application information that has been gained through more recent experience and research. The handbook is intended for anyone interested in satellite communications, whether an active member of the industry or someone considering entry into one of its segments. The book can be read sequentially so as to follow the thread of developing ideas and processes, or it can be used as a reference on any of the specific topics, outlined next. A technical background, while helpful, is not necessary for understanding
the principles and the majority of concepts in this book.