Download or read book Noise Temperature Theory and Applications for Deep Space Communications Antenna Systems written by Tom Y. Otoshi and published by Artech House. This book was released on 2008 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book shows you how to analyze, design, measure and accurately evaluate the many detailed elements comprising noise temperature. After a thorough introductory overview, you delve into reflector performance issues, including material conductivity, perforations, protective coatings, the effects of terrestrial weather, and the influence of the Earth's Sun.