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Blahut, Richard Edward was born on June 9, 1937 in Orange, New Jersey, United States. Son of Edward John and Julia Anna (Chamer) Blahut.
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Richard Blahut presents a unified analysis of the mathematical methods that underlie the various algorithms used in remote image formation. In many applications, images, such as ultrasonic or X-ray signals, are recorded and then analyzed with digital or optical processors in order to extract information. Such processing requires the development of algorithms of great precision and sophistication. Key features of the text include practical applications that illustrate theoretical concepts and many homework problems that enhance the learning of graduate students of electrical engineering and computer science, as well as professionals.
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(Efficient signal processing algorithms are important for ...)
Efficient signal processing algorithms are important for embedded and power-limited applications since, by reducing the number of computations, power consumption can be reduced significantly. Similarly, efficient algorithms are also critical to very large scale applications such as video processing and four-dimensional medical imaging. This self-contained guide, the only one of its kind, enables engineers to find the optimum fast algorithm for a specific application. It presents a broad range of computationally-efficient algorithms, describes their structure and implementation, and compares their relative strengths for given problems. All the necessary background mathematics is included and theorems are rigorously proved, so all the information needed to learn and apply the techniques is provided in one convenient guide. With this practical reference, researchers and practitioners in electrical engineering, applied mathematics, and computer science can reduce power dissipation for low-end applications of signal processing, and extend the reach of high-end applications.
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(Error-correcting codes play a fundamental role in modern ...)
Error-correcting codes play a fundamental role in modern communications and data-storage systems. This volume provides an accessible introduction to the basic elements of algebraic codes and discusses their use in a variety of applications. The author describes a range of important coding techniques, including Reed-Solomon codes, BCH codes, trellis codes, and turbocodes. Throughout the book, mathematical theory is illustrated by reference to many practical examples. The book is written for graduate students of electrical and computer engineering and practicing engineers whose work involves communications or signal processing.
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Algebraic geometry is often employed to encode and decode signals transmitted in communication systems. This book describes the fundamental principles of algebraic coding theory from the perspective of an engineer, discussing a number of applications in communications and signal processing. The principal concept is that of using algebraic curves over finite fields to construct error-correcting codes. The most recent developments are presented including the theory of codes on curves, without the use of detailed mathematics, substituting the intense theory of algebraic geometry with Fourier transform where possible. The author describes the codes and corresponding decoding algorithms in a manner that allows the reader to evaluate these codes against practical applications, or to help with the design of encoders and decoders. This book is relevant to practicing communication engineers and those involved in the design of new communication systems, as well as graduate students and researchers in electrical engineering.
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electrical and computer engineering educator
Blahut, Richard Edward was born on June 9, 1937 in Orange, New Jersey, United States. Son of Edward John and Julia Anna (Chamer) Blahut.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1960. Master of Science in Physics, Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, New Jersey, 1964. Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering, Cornell University, 1972.
Engineer Kearfott (GPI), Little Falls, New Jersey, 1960-1964, International Business Machines Corporation, Owego, New York, 1964-1994. Courtesy professor electrical engineering Cornell University, 1974-1994. Henry Magnuski professor University Illinois, Urbana, since 1994, department head electrical and computer engineering, 2001—2008, adjunct professor electrical engineering, 1986-1994.
Systems consultant Ioptics Corporation, Bellevue, Washington, 1994-1999.
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(Algebraic geometry is often employed to encode and decode...)
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(Principles and Practice of Information Theory)
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Fellow Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (president, information theory group 1982, editor Transactions on Information theory, Alexander Graham Bell award 1998, Claude E. Shannon award 2005), National Academy of Engineering.
Married Barbara Ann Krachenfels, August 30, 1958. Children: Gregory, Kenneth, Janice, Jeffrey.