The Engineer’s Error Coding Handbook - Softcover

Houghton, A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 041279070X ISBN 13: 9780412790706

Publisher: Springer, 1996

Synopsis

Error coding is a fascinating subject as much, if not more so, as it is an indispensable part of modem engineering systems. Unfortunately, in a bid to remain general and to create a solid foundation upon which to build, many books on this subject are out of the reach of those with more engineering-based, or non-mathematical backgrounds. This is a pity because in many cases the maths is tractable with few and simple rules. If we are content to believe that it works, and let others worry about the deeper mysteries of how or why, then with a little practice the design and implementation of practical error coding systems becomes straightforward. In this text I have attempted to reveal the useful kernel of the subject, removing the shell of terms and proofs that usually surrounds it. Being somewhat empirical in nature ( an empiricist), and occasionally heard to quote the adage, 'if it works twice it's a law', my explanations take this form. For many, including myself, abstract ideas are often better grasped by practical illustration than from yards of theory.

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`... will gladden the heart of the practically inclined... Whether one wants to practise or to move into the research world, this book can act as an excellent launch-pad. ...other textbooks on various topics in this area written in Houghton's style would be very welcome indeed.'
Measurement Science and Technology

Synopsis

This book is designed both for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students in electronic engineering, computer science and communications and for practising engineers engaged in the communications and software industries. It treats the subject from a practical standpoint and presents the underlying mathematics in a way which makes them accesible and directly relevant. Written by author with experience of the applications of the techniques to a wide range of practical engineering problems, the book presents the reader with systematic explanation of the techniques and methods of error coding. The work is supplemented by software-based experiments enabling the reader to verify the results and to carry out further investigation of the subject. The nature of this material into the design of electronic products and systems makes the material an essential component of the electronic engineer's range of skills. This volume provides a useful base from which to acquire these skills.

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer
• Publication date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 041279070X
• ISBN 13: 9780412790706
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 272