Optical Wireless Communications for Broadband Global Internet Connectivity : Fundamentals and Potential Applications

Majumdar, Arun K.

Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc（2018/10発売）

• 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版／ページ数 318 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9780128133651
• DDC分類 621.384

Full Description

Optical Wireless Communications for Broadband Global Internet Connectivity: Fundamental and Potential Applications provides a comprehensive overview for readers who require information about the fundamental science behind optical wireless communications, as well as up-to-date advanced knowledge of the state-of-the-art technologies available today. The book is a useful resource for scientists, researchers, engineers and students interested in understanding optical, wireless communication systems for global channels. Readers will find beneficial knowledge on how related technologies of optical wireless communications can be integrated into achieving worldwide Internet connectivity.

Contents

1. Introduction2. Basics of Global broadband wireless access: Architectures for worldwide access and connectivity3. Last Mile Problem re-visited with potential solution for broadband connectivity4. Fundamentals of Free Space Optical Communications Systems, Optical Channels, Characterization and Network/Access Technology5. Some related technology concepts to enhance optical wireless link connectivity6. OWC links between Single and Multiple Platforms (UAVs, Balloons/Drones/HAPs, Satellites): Performance Analysis7. OWC/FSO Communication System for Global Internet Connectivity/access: System concept, analysis and architecture8. Principles and Implementation of Secure Optical Wireless Communications9. Recent Developments of Satellite-based Laser Communication10. Free Space Optical Communications: role and integration with Internet of Things (IoT)11. Potential Applications for broadband global connectivity12. Conclusions