Download or read book Near-Earth Laser Communications, Second Edition written by Hamid Hemmati and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2020-09-21 with total page 508 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This reference provides an overview of near-Earth laser communication theory developments including component and subsystem technologies, fundamental limitations, and approaches to reach those limits. It covers basic concepts and state-of-the-art technologies, emphasizing device technology, implementation techniques, and system trades. The authors discuss hardware technologies and their applications, and also explore ongoing research activities and those planned for the near future. This new edition includes major to minor revisions with technology updates on nearly all chapters.