Providing an introduction to the fundamentals of body area communications, this book covers the key topics of channel modeling, modulation and demodulation, and performance evaluation
A systematic introduction to body area networks (BAN), this book focuses on three major parts: channel modeling, modulation/demodulation communications performance, and electromagnetic compatibility considerations. The content is logically structured to lead readers from an introductory level through to in-depth and more advanced topics.
- Provides a concise introduction to this emerging topic based on classroom-tested materials
- Details the latest IEEE 802.15.6 standard activities
- Moves from very basic physics, to useful mathematic models, and then to practical considerations
- Covers not only EM physics and communications, but also biological applications
- Topics approached include: link budget, bit error rate performance, RAKE and diversity reception; SAR analysis for human safety evaluation; and modeling of electromagnetic interference to implanted cardiac pacemakers
- Provides Matlab and Fortran programs for download from the Companion Website
Content:
Chapter 1 Introduction to Body Area Communications (pages 1โ19):
Chapter 2 Electromagnetic Characteristics of the Human Body (pages 21โ53):
Chapter 3 Electromagnetic Analysis Methods (pages 55โ87):
Chapter 4 Body Area Channel Modeling (pages 89โ142):
Chapter 5 Modulation/Demodulation (pages 143โ180):
Chapter 6 Body Area Communication Performance (pages 181โ221):
Chapter 7 Electromagnetic Compatibility Considerations (pages 223โ266):
Chapter 8 Summary and Future Challenges (pages 267โ271):