About the Book:

"Communication Systems"

Foundations of Modern Communication Theory

Discover the principles of communication systems with this undergraduate textbook, covering:

- Signal-to-noise ratio and bandwidth limitations

- Power density spectrum for non-random and random signals

- Intuitive explanations and physical appreciation

- Heuristic development of information theory concepts

Features:

- Emphasis on understanding over mathematical complexity

- Interpretive approach to concepts and results

- Ideal introduction to communication systems and theory

Contents:

1. Signal Analysis 

2. Transmission of Signals and Power Density Spectra 

3. Communication Systems: Amplitude Modulation 

4. Communication Systems: Angle Modulation 

5. Communication Systems: Pulse Modulation 

6. Noise 

7. Performance of Communication Systems 

8. Introduction to Information Transmission 

9. Elements of Digital Communication 

10. Bibliography

About the Author:

B. P. Lathi is Professor Emeritus of Electrical Engineering at California State University, Sacramento, USA. He holds a B.S. degree from the University of Poona, India, an M.S.E.E. from the University of Illinois, and a Ph.D.E.E. from Stanford University. He is the author of Signals Systems and Communication (BS Publications) and three more books.