Features
- Cover Type: Hard Cover with 251 pages
- Published by: Mcgraw-Hill Tx; Har/Dsk edition March 27, 1996
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0079117201
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0079117205
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Book Dimensions:
9.8 x 7.8 x 1 inches
- Weighs: 1.4 pounds
Book Description
While error correction is a crucial function in any signal processing or communications system, the coding process is fraught with the kind of abstract mathematical theory that can trip up even the most experienced engineer. Not any more, thanks to this first-of-its-kind, non-theoretical approach to error coding. This book/disk set features complete step-by-step instructions for coding selection and implementation-including a brief review of the necessary math-plus hundreds of ready-to-use codes are provided on disk for error detection and correction. Each code is clearly explained, and a host of worked-out examples are provided.
Back Cover Copy
At last, the complexities of error coding are made simple If you don't happen to be an abstract mathematician, it's all too easy to get lost in the maze of error correction coding thats is a crucial component of any signal processing or communications system. Now this first-of-it-kind, non-theoretical guide clearly explains the often complex error coding process. You'll find complete step-by-step instructions on how to: Select the most appropriate code for your particular application; Design the corresponding coders and decoders; Implement many of the most well-known and frequently used codes for error correction. Plus, you'll have access to ready-to-use C and C++ programs for generating hundreds of codes for error detection and correction on the accompanying disk. The book's exceptionally clear descriptions of each code are reinformed by an array of worked-out examples and a brief review of only the necessary math where applicable. There has never been a more illuminating or practical treatment of this always challenging and occasionally perplexing area.
Reader ReviewsI purchased this book several years ago for the introduction to Galois field mathematics while researching CRC hardware. I've returned to it recently to help me understand GF again for implementation of a Reed Solomon codec. Other, reviewers have complained about this book but I think they sell it short. After reading dozens of articles about BCH/Reed Solomon codes I'm always left missing the point of the mathematics because they gloss over the important details. Like, why GF(2^8) requires polynomial math and what alpha is for. Since it is a cookbook there are lots of recipes for calculation which provide a **practical** basis for the development of the mathematical concepts. Let's face it -- polynomial arithmetic is strange and this book really helped me to get a grip on it. I'm now better equiped to handle all the journal articles and books on the subject of error control coding. As for the C++/C routines...I haven't tried any of them so I don't know about bugs/issues with them. However, if you take the time to follow and understand the mathematics I'll bet you could easily fix the code. I would agree that this book isn't going to be the quick fix to get you a Reed-Solomon Codec or Viterbi decoder for free. I paid $55 for my brand new copy. $155 is a mighty high price to pay for ANY book regardless of a 5-star review or not!
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