COST 284 Final Report
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COST 284 Related Books

 1. J-C. Bolomey, F. Gardiol: Engineering Applications of the Modulated Scatterer Technique
 2. J. Kraus, R. Marhefka: Antennas for All Applications
 3. I. Lager: Direct Numerical Models for the Computation of Stationary and Static Electromagnetic Fields
 4. E. Andronescu, D. Dascalu, I. Kleps, L. Pavesi: Radio Frequency MEMS
 5. P. Kabacik: Reliable Evaluation and Property Determination of Modern-Day Advanced Antennas
 6. I. Minin, O. Minin: Diffractional Optics of Millimetre Waves
 7. K. Chang (ed.): Encyclopedia of RF and Microwave Engineering
 8. K. E. Lonngren, S. V. Savov: Fundamentals of Electromagnetics with MATLAB
 9. A. Tazón (ed.): Advances on Antennas, Reflectors and Beam Control
10. A. Müller, A. Rydberg, R. Plana: Advanced MEMS for RF and Millimeter Wave Communications
11. Z. Raida et al.: Multimedia Textbook of EM Waves and Microwaves
12. B. Allen, M. Ghavami: Adaptive Array Systems: Fundamentals and Applications
13. B. Allen, A. Brown et al.: Ultra-wideband Antennas and Propagation for Communications, Radar and Imaging
14. S. Chandran: Advances in Direction-of-Arrival Estimation
15. G. Tsoulos: MIMO System Technology for Wireless Communications
16. P. Hall, Y. Hao: Antennas and Propagation for Body-Centric Wireless Communications




1. Engineering Applications of the Modulated Scatterer Technique (top)
Author(s): 
   Jean-Charles Bolomey (Supélec & Univ. Paris, France)
   Fred Gardiol (EPFL, Switzerland)
Details:
   Year: 2001
   Pages: 280
   Publisher: Artech House, Norwood, MA
   ISBN: 1-58053-147-4
Abstract:
Due to the spectacular growth of electronic systems and the steady demand for new services with increased functionality, the development of more efficient measurement techniques has become of paramount importance. This book details the cutting-edge Modulated Scatterer Technique, which offers a low-invasive and rapid method for testing and measuring systems and equipment used in a wide range of electronic engineering applications.




2. Antennas for All Applications (top)
  Author(s): 
   John D. Kraus (ed.)
   Ronald D. Marhefka (ed.)
Details:
   Year: 2002
   Pages: 960
   Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math, New York, NY 
   ISBN: 0072321032
Note:
COST 284 participants from Helsinki University of Technology contributed to this most recent revision of John Kraus' classical book "Antennas":
   P. Vainikainen, TKK: Antennas for Terrestrial Mobile Communications, Sec. 21-25, pp 775-781.
   A. Lehto and P. Vainikainen, TKK: Antenna Measurements, Chapter 24, pp. 827-886.




3. Direct Numerical Models for the Computation of Stationary and Static Electromagnetic Fields (top)
  Author(s): 
   Ioan E. Lager (IRCTR, Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands)
Details:
   Year: 2002
   Pages: 457
   Publisher: Publishing House of the Romanian Academy 
   Language: Romanian  
   ISBN: 973-27-0878-6




4. Radio Frequency MEMS (top)
 

Author(s): 
   Ecaterina Andronescu (ed.)
   Dan Dascalu (ed.)
   Irina Kleps (ed.)
   Lorenzo Pavesi (ed.)
Details:
   Year: 2003
   Pages: -
   Publisher: Edited in cooperation with Publishing House of the Romainan Academy
   ISBN: -

Note:
The book was published as volume 4 of the "Micro and Nanoengineering" series. It contains the following contribution by COST 284 participants Erik Öjefors, Anders Rydberg, Mikael Lindeberg and Klas Hjort (Uppsala University, Sweden): Millimeterwave antennas for integration into a commercial SiGe process.




5. Reliable Evaluation and Property Determination of Modern-Day Advanced Antennas (top)
  Author(s): 
   Pawel Kabacik (Tech. Univ. Wroclaw, Poland)
Details:
   Year: 2004
   Pages: 190
   Publisher: Oficyna Wydawnicza Politechniki Wroclawskiej
   ISBN: 83-7085-765-5
Abstract:
The monograph describes two evaluation methods developed at Technical Univ. of Wroclaw in the research on highly integrated lightweight antennas. The one method allows simulations of highly integrated antennas made of composites or other dielectrics. The electrical properties of the materials are measured over broad temperature and frequency ranges, and are included into the simulations of the impedance characteristics of the microwave components incorporated into stratified-media antennas. The other method explores the near field distribution of the antenna. Due to the two-dimensional signal processing applied, the method provides highly accurate radiation patterns in three dimensions. Both methods have been upgraded compared to those described in the literature. In contrast to conventional measuring methods, which provide overall data, it is expected that the enhanced evaluation methods will allow instant pointing of non-conforming array elements and modules. As both methods make use of indirect approaches, comprehensive data processing or simulations must be performed.




6. Diffractional Optics of Millimetre Waves (top)
  Author(s): 
   Igor V. Minin (Novosibirsk State Technical University, Novosibirsk, Russia)
   Oleg V. Minin (Novosibirsk State Technical University, Novosibirsk, Russia)
Details:
   Year: 2004
   Pages: 394
   Publisher: OP Publisher, London, UK 
   ISBN: 0750309075 
Abstract:
This book combines those elements of diffraction theory normally associated with optics (Gaussian beams, lenses, mirrors, etc.) and extends them into the micro and millimetre wavelength range. In this regime there are a number of applications in devices such as automobile proximity sensors, satellite-TV receiving antennas and non-destructive testing systems and researchers working in these areas would benefit from greater understanding of the diffraction phenomena involved.

Contents:
Theory of diffraction. Short focusing Fresnel zone plates. Elements of diffraction quasioptics. Synthesis of diffractional elements. Diffractional antennas at millimetre wavelengths. The influence of surface form on the structure of Fresnel zones. Applications of diffractional optics and quasioptics. Diffractional antennas. Optical constants of materials at submillimetris and millimetric wavelengths




7. Encyclopedia of RF and Microwave Engineering (top)
  Author(s): 
   Kai Chang (ed.)
Details:
   Year: 2005
   Pages: 5832
   Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, NJ
   ISBN: 0-471-27053-9
Abstract:
RF and Microwave Engineering is one of the fastest growth areas of the past decade and will probably continue to be a very active area of research and application in a large variety of fields. The six volume set of Encyclopedia of RF and Microwave Engineering illustrates how this field has been the key to enabling technology responsible for the phenomenal growth of wireless communications. This set also examines how RF and microwave engineering continues to have great influence as the technology behind such important applications as radar, remote sensing, remote control, sensors, navigation, surveillance, electronic warfare, radiometers, plasma research, and imaging.

Note:
Several COST 284 participants contributed articles to this 6-volume set also available online at http://www.mrw.interscience.wiley.com/erfme:
Peter Balling, ASC: Multibeam Antennas
Peter De Maagt, ESA: Terahertz Systems, Engineering and Systems - from Space to Earth Applications
Fred Gardiol, EFPL: Measurements of Near Fields Using a Modulated Scatterer
Peter S. Hall, Univ. Birmingham: Microstrip Antenna Arrays
Erik Öjefors and Anders Rydberg, Uppsala Univ.: Monolithic Antennas
José Carlos Pedro, Univ. Aveiro: Intermodulation
Carlos Puente and Jordi Soler, Fractus: Fractal Shaped Antennas: A Review
Manuel Sierra Perez, Javier Gismero Menoyo, Manuel Sierra Castañer and Alberto Asensio Lopez, UP Madrid: Monopulse Tracking Systems
Alessandro Toscano and Lucio Vegni, Univ. Roma Tre: Method of Lines




8. Fundamentals of Electromagnetics with MATLAB (top)
  Author(s): 
   Karl E. Lonngren (University of Iowa)
   Sava V. Savov (Technical University of Varna, Bulgaria)
Details:
   Year: 2005
   Pages: 656
   Publisher: SciTech Publishing, Inc., Raleigh, NC
   ISBN: 1-891121-38-3
Abstract:
This book builds on the student's introduction to electromagnetic theory that has been obtained in an undergraduate physics course in order to emphasize its importance in a modern electrical and computer engineering curriculum. Examples that illustrate the concepts of static fields, time-varying fields, wave propagation, transmission lines, and radiation are included. In addition, the text emphasizes the use of MATLAB, which is widely available and has frequently been used by the student in previous courses.




9. Advances on Antennas, Reflectors and Beam Control (top)
Author(s): 
   Antonio Tazón (ed., University of Cantabria, Spain)
Details:
   Year: 2005
   Pages: 257
   Publisher: Research Signpost, Kerala, India 
   ISBN: 81-308-0067-5
Note:
Several COST 284 participants contributed chapters to this review book
(http://ressign.com/UserBookDetail.aspx?bkid=69&catid=37#):
José A. Encinar, Eduardo Carrasco and Manuel Arrebola (UP Madrid): Analysis, design and applications of multi-layer printed reflectarrays
Peter Balling (ASC) and Peter Rinous (Modis Europe/ESA): On crosspolarisation in linearly polarised offset reflectors and its suppression by a polarisation screen
Julio Gutiérrez-Ríos (UP Madrid) and Juan Vassal'lo Sanz (CSIC): Technological aspects of Fresnel Zone Reflectors
Igor V. Minin and Oleg V. Minin (Novosibirsk State Tech. Univ.): Three dimensional Fresnel antennas
Mariano Barba and Juan E. Page (UP Madrid): Printed array antennas for base stations
Davor Bonefacic and Juraj Bartolic (Univ. Zagreb): Self-oscillating microstrip antennas and arrays
Lorena Cabria, José A. García, Antonio Tazón, Ángel Mediavilla and Tomás Fernández (Univ. Cantabria): Active radiating structures based on FET devices




10. Advanced MEMS for RF and Millimeter Wave Communications (top)
Author(s): 
   Alexandru Müller (ed.)
   Anders Rydberg (ed., Uppsala University, Sweden)
   Robert Plana (ed.)
Details:
   Year: 2005
   Pages: -
   Publisher: Edited in the cooperation with Publishing House of the Romanian Academy
   ISBN: -
Note:
The book was published as volume 7 of the "Micro and Nanoengineering" series. It contains the following contribution by COST 284 participants Erik Öjefors, Anders Rydberg, Mikael Lindeberg and Klas Hjort (Uppsala University, Sweden): Micromachined 24 GHz Antennas on Low Resistivity Silicon.




11. Multimedia Textbook of EM Waves and Microwaves (top)

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Author(s): 
   Zbynek Raida et al. (Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic)
Details:
   Year: 2006
   Pages: -
   Publisher: available online at http://www.urel.feec.vutbr.cz/~raida/multimedia_en/index.html 
   ISBN: -




12. Adaptive Array Systems: Fundamentals and Applications (top)
  Author(s): 
   Ben Allen 
   Mohammad Ghavami
Details:
   Year: 2005
   Pages: 290
   Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, NJ
   ISBN: 0-470-86189-4
Abstract:
In the last fifty years, extensive studies have been carried out worldwide in the field of adaptive array systems. However, far from being a mature technology with little research left to tackle, there seems to be unlimited scope to develop the fundamental characteristics and applications of adaptive antennas for future 3G and 4G mobile communications systems, ultra wideband wireless and satellite and navigation systems. This book provides insight on adaptive array fundamentals as well as coverage of adaptive algorithms and advanced topics. It analyses the performance of various wideband beamforming techniques with wideband array processing and comprehensively covers implementation issues related to circular arrays, channel modelling and transmit beam forming. It supports practical implementation considerations with detailed case studies on wideband arrays, radar, sonar and biomedical imaging, terrestrial wireless systems and satellite communication systems.




13. Ultra-wideband Antennas and Propagation for Communications, Radar and Imaging (top)

Author(s): 
   Ben Allen (ed.)
   Mischa Dohler (ed.)
   Ernest Okon (ed.)
   Wasim Malik (ed.)
   Anthony Brown (ed., University of Manchester, UK)
   David Edwards (ed.)
Details:
   Year: 2006
   Pages: 384
   Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, NJ 
   ISBN: 0-470-03255-3

Abstract:
Despite previous books on UWB systems for radar systems and more recently, communications, no book exists that deals with the antennas and propagation of UWB for both communication and radar systems. This book provides up-to-date material on fundamental design concepts and principles for UWB antennas and arrays. In addition, the propagation of UWB radiation is addressed and gives a better understanding of the nature of propagation of UWB waves including interference, coexistence, diversity and MIMO (multiple-input, multiple output - transmission of the same information by multiple transmitters and multiple receivers) and propagation through biological materials. The book also looks at sxisting and proposed UWB applications.




14. Advances in Direction-of-Arrival Estimation (top)
Author(s): 
   Sathish Chandran (ed.)
Details:
   Year: 2006
   Pages: 496
   Publisher: Artech House, Norwood, MA
   ISBN: 1-59693-004-7
Abstract:
Identifying the location of targets or the direction of arrival (DOA) of any signal is of critical importance for both civilian and tactical applications. This books explains the latest developments in DOA estimation from leading researchers in the field. It shows how DOA estimation is one of the main functional requirements for direction-finding smart antennas in next generation mobile and stealth communication systems. This first compiled book in the field covers a wide range of key topics, from DOA estimation methods and source localization problems, to specific applications of DOA estimation and experimental setup and results. The book is applicable to graduate students and researchers studying the area.

Note:
COST 284 participants from UP Madrid and Univ. Carlos III Madrid contributed to this volume:
M. Sierra Perez and D. Segovia Vargas: Ch. 13: Coupling Model in DOA Antenna Arrays
M. Sierra Perez and M. Sierra Castaner: Ch. 19: DOA Antenna Array Measurement and System Calibration




15. MIMO System Technology for Wireless Communications (top)
Author(s): 
   George Tsoulos (ed.)
Details:
   Year: 2006
   Pages: 400
   Publisher: Taylor & Francis, Norwood, MA 
   ISBN: 0849341906
Abstract:
The book provides a complete treatment of MIMO in a single volume covering all aspects of MIMO technology along with up-to-date information of key related issues. Contributors from leading academic and industrial institutions across the globe share their expertise and lend the book a global perspective. The book goes gradually from basic to more advanced concepts, from propagation modelling and performance analysis to space-time codes, various systems, implementation options and limitations, practical system development considerations, field trials, and network planning issues. The book links theoretical analysis to practical issues.

Note:
COST 284 participants from Univ. Peloponnes, ICCS/NTUA, Univ. Ottawa and EPFL/LEMA contributed to this volume:
Dimitra Zarbouti, George Tsoulos and Dimitra Kaklamani: Ch. 2: Theory and practice of MIMO wireless communication systems
Sergey Loyka and Juan Mosig: Ch. 3: Information theory and electromagnetism: Are they related?




16. Antennas and Propagation for Body-Centric Wireless Communications (top)
Author(s): 
   Peter Hall (ed., University of Birmingham, UK)
   Yang Hao (ed.)
Details:
   Year: 2006
   Pages: 330
   Publisher: Artech House, Norwood, MA
   ISBN: 1-58053-493-7
Abstract:
This book is a resource on the theory, design, and applications of wireless antennas for on-body electronic systems. It gives the state-of-the-art in existing applications like Bluetooth headsets together with detailed treatment of techniques, tools, and challenges in developing on-body antennas for medical, emergency response, law enforcement, personal entertainment, and military applications. The book briefs the reader on propagation around and into the body and explains how to estimate the performance of on-body wireless links. It covers on-body communication channels at microwave frequency bands and at low frequency bands, as well as ultra wideband systems for WPANs and WBANs. It provides details on body-centric UWB antennas and channels, and explains advances in wearable mobile, EBG, and "smart fabric" antennas for cellular and WLAN communications. Chapters on telemedicine applications, such as remote diagnoses, and implantable medical devices cover crucial propagation issues and other obstacles that need to be addressed. A final section explains antenna design for body-sensor networks and their emerging military and space applications.


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