1st Edition
by Pablo Angueira (Author), Juan Romo (Author)
A comprehensive guide to the design, implementation, and operation of line of sight microwave link systems
The
microwave Line of Sight (LOS) transport network of any cellular
operator requires at least as much planning effort as the cellular
infrastructure itself. The knowledge behind this design has been kept
private by most companies and has not been easy to find. Microwave Line of Sight Link Engineering
solves this dilemma. It provides the latest revisions to ITU reports
and recommendations, which are not only key to successful design but
have changed dramatically in recent years. These include the
methodologies related to quality criteria, which the authors address and
explain in depth.
Combining relevant theory with practical
recommendations for such critical planning decisions as frequency band
selection, radio channel arrangements, site selection, antenna
installation, and equipment choice, this one-stop primer:
- Describes
the procedure for designing a frequency plan and a channel arrangement
structure according to ITU current standards, illustrated with specific
application examples
- Offers analytical examples that illustrate
the specifics of calculations and provide order of magnitude for
parameters and design factors
- Presents case studies that
describe real-life projects, putting together the puzzle pieces
necessary when facing a real design created from scratch
Microwave Line of Sight Link Engineering
is an indispensable resource for radio engineers who need to understand
international standards associated with LOS microwave links. It is also
extremely valuable for students approaching the topic for the first
time.
