Integrated Wireless Propagation Models

Featuring a unique set of propagation modeling tools, this book provides a fully integrated solution to managing wireless network coverage, capacity, and costs. Co-written by global industry legend William C. Y. Lee, one of the original pioneers who developed wireless technology at Bell Labs, Integrated Wireless Propagation Models provides an overview of new wireless propagation critical to wireless coverage, capacity, and cost. In any wireless network these factors can be utilized effectively only with an accurate prediction model. This book provides detailed coverage of three different and widely used propagation categories--in building, microcell, and macrocell propagation models. This practical guide also covers propagation models over water and the effects of weather. Given the explosive growth of wireless delivery of data and voice, the managers of wireless networks are increasingly struggling with properly serving their customers, predicting their usage, and managing their costs. This unique, timely text addresses these issues. Fully integrated solutions for managing wireless network coverage, capacity, and costs Combines propagation theory with actual measuring data Translates complex mathematical models into practical, easy to implement applications Provides integrated, systems-level solutions Address all relevant, real-world factors: weather, morphology, water, terrain, antenna height, and more