Multiantenna Systems for MIMO Communications

The book "Multiantenna Systems for MIMO Communications" offers a comprehensive analysis and formulation of multi-antenna systems in the context of MIMO (Multiple-Input Multiple-Output) communication systems. It connects the principles of electromagnetism with communication models to enable a holistic understanding and optimization of the systems. The authors Llull Jofre, Jordi Romeu, Franco De Flaviis, and Alfred Grau illuminate the mechanisms of radiation, propagation, and communication, placing particular emphasis on the vectorial, directional, and time-frequency characteristics of wireless communication in various environments. The book also addresses different space-time methods for diversity and multiplexing applications, analyzes the coupling mechanisms of antennas, and presents techniques for decorrelation. Additionally, miniaturization techniques for closely spaced antennas and their optimization strategies are discussed. Practical multi-antenna topologies for new communication applications are also presented, complemented by a collection of synthesis exercises that summarize the main themes of the book.