International Microwave Handbook Second Edition
This is a joint publication by The RSGB and ARRL, it was edited by the editor of VHF Communications
The microwave bands are a very popular part of the amateur radio spectrum. They
provide the space to experiment with many of the modern modes of transmission
and, with the availability of high performance components, kits and ready built
units, there is ample opportunity for everyone to take advantage of these
interesting bands.
The Radio Society of Great Britain (RSGB) in partnership with the American Radio
Relay league (ARRL) has produced this second edition of this International
Microwave Handbook. As before, this book provides reference information and
designs from around the world of microwaves. Material has been drawn from many
sources including the RSGB journal RadCom and the ARRL publications QST and QEX.
Alongside this, a truly international range of material from radio amateurs has
been sourced from countries including Germany, Slovenia, Australia, South
Africa, USA, UK and many more. The book contains
invaluable reference material for those who want to understand these exciting
bands.
The fundamental principles used to design and construct equipment for the
microwave bands are all covered. Techniques and devices lead the reader to
understand the wide range of modern components and equipment available that can
reasonably be used by radio amateurs - these range from those that can be used
by most radio amateurs to those that require a high
degree of skill. This second edition of International
Microwave Handbook has been overhauled and updated to incorporate the many
advances that have led to an easier and more cost effective entry onto the
microwave bands. For those considering the move to the microwave bands or those
already active, this book is the best guide to this exciting area of amateur
radio.