An Introduction to the Theory of Random Signals and Noise

This "bible" of a whole generation of communications engineers was originally published in 1958. The focus is on the statistical theory underlying the study of signals and noises in communications systems, emphasizing techniques as well s results. End of chapter problems are provided.

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Preface.

Errata.

Introduction.

Probability.

Random Variables and Probability Distributions.

Averages.

Sampling.

Spectral Analysis.

Shot Noise.

The Gaussian Process.

Linear Systems.

Noise Figures.

Optimum Linear Systems.

Nonlinear Devices: The Direct Method.

Nonlinear Devices: The Transform Method.

Statistical Detection Signals.

Appendix 1: The Impulse Function.

Appendix 2: Integral Equations.

Bibliography.

Index.

Wilbur B. Davenport Jr. was an American engineer and scientist, known for his work on communications systems. William L. Root is the author of An Introduction to the Theory of Random Signals and Noise, published by Wiley. The "bible" of a whole generation of communications engineers, this 1958 classic has been out of print — and sorely missed — for some years. Its republication will be welcomed alike by recent and long-time members of the profession. It treats the statistical theory underlying the study of signals and noises in communications systems," emphasizing techniques as well-as results.