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Principles of Modern Radio Receiving

Principles of Modern Radio Receiving

Hector, L. Grant

Hardcover

Technology & EngineeringPhysics

ISBN10: 1025341732
ISBN13: 9781025341736
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 312
Weight: 1.35
Height: 0.75 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Principles of Modern Radio Receiving is a comprehensive exploration of the technical and physical foundations of radio technology during the rapid expansion of the medium in the late 1920s. Authored by L. Grant Hector, this work provides a detailed examination of the components and circuitry essential for the reception of wireless signals, moving from fundamental electrical theory to practical application. The text covers the signal path in its entirety, offering insights into the behavior of antennas, the properties of electromagnetic waves, and the mechanics of sound reproduction.

The work delves into the intricacies of vacuum tube operation, including their roles in detection and amplification. Detailed chapters address various receiver architectures common to the era, such as regenerative, radio-frequency amplification, and superheterodyne circuits. By focusing on the underlying principles of inductance, capacitance, and resonance, Hector provides a clear framework for understanding how radio waves are captured and converted into audible information.

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