High-Speed Circuit Board Signal Integrity

Discussing both design and debugging issues at gigabit-per-second data rates, this book serves as a practical reference for projects involving high-speed serial signaling on printed wiring boards. Formulas, terminology, and a refresher on basic electrostatic and electromagnetic principals will be useful for signal integrity engineers. High-speed circuit designers will find an entry into the electromagnetics and physics of high-speed signaling. The book introduces concepts fundamental to high-speed signaling, such as lossy transmission line behavior, skin effect, and characteristics of laminates. Focus is on the effects of dielectric and conductor loss on signal quality, with particular emphasis on serial differential signaling. Thierauf is a scientist in the private sector. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR