Propagation of Radiowaves introduces the basic concepts and mechanisms of radiowave propagation engineering in both the troposphere and ionosphere, an understanding of which is fundamental to the effective use of the radio spectrum for radiocommunication. Reflecting the wide experience of the exceptional group of authors, the contents provide a firm background to established theory and introduce the most appropriate models, methods and procedures which are of use to spectrum planners and system designers and operators in assessing the estimated performance of radio systems.

The field of radio communications continues to change rapidly and the third edition of this outstanding and successful book has been fully updated to reflect the latest developments. The relevant Recommendations of ITU-R Study Group 3 are discussed and put into context.

Introduction to radio waves and electromagnetic wave propagation
Fading, statistics, and diversity
Radio noise, signal-to-noise, and link budget
Propagation in clear air
Reflection and scattering
Multipath propagation
Diffraction
Propagation in precipitation and clouds
The ionosphere and ionospheric propagation
Propagation below 2 MHz
Point to point fixed links
Mobile macro cells
Mobile micro, pico and femto cells
Fixed wireless access and radio LANs
Earth-space propagation
Terahertz propagation
Computer modelling
Numerical intensive methods