It has been six years since the first edition of this book was prepared and published, during which time it was very well received among engineers, project managers, and everyone else interested in learning more about the terrestrial point-to-point microwave systems.

During that period of time there have been a number of new developments in the wireless and microwave systems arena that required our attention and, therefore, warranted a new edition of the book. In addition, some information provided in the first edition has been thoroughly updated and in some instances corrected and/or expanded. Many new sections have been added, and practically all the existing chapters and sections of the book have been revised and refreshed with additional new and relevant information, including information on the impact of Ethernet and IP communications on microwave links.

A number of useful formulas have been added, as well as their application in solving microwave design-related problems explained in practical examples.

There is a new “Frequently Asked Questions” section in Chapter 7 (“Project Management”) that I recommend you consult as often as possible; there is a good chance that your question(s) have already been posted and answered there.

The writing of this second edition was helped by many individuals, who were kind enough to comment on the first edition, including the identification of a few errors that inevitably had slipped in.

I am convinced that readers will find the resulting 2010 edition of this book a very useful, practical reference in the field of microwave systems engineering.

Up-to-Date Coverage of Microwave Transmission Networks

Fully revised for the latest North American and ITU standards, Microwave Transmission Networks, Second Edition covers all stages of terrestrial point-to-point microwave network build-out, from planning and feasibility studies to system deployment and testing. This definitive volume is thoroughly updated with new information, including details on the impact of Ethernet and IP communications on microwave links. Useful formulas for solving microwave design-related problems are contained in this practical resource.

Find out how to:

• Plan, design, and build microwave point-to-point networks
• Determine network capacity, dimensions, architecture, budget, schedules, and work force requirements
• Understand microwave link engineering
• Calculate loss/attention, fading and fade margins, and link quality and availability
• Perform interference analysis
• Determine, procure, and install required hardware and power systems
• Manage the microwave project and its regulatory issues, ethical dilemmas, logistical concerns, and organizational challenges
• Test the microwave system throughout every stage of development and deployment
• Handle maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades