We theoretically analyze the performance of multipleinput multiple-output (MIMO) free-space optical (FSO) systems using subcarrier quadrature modulation (SC-QAM) signaling. The system average symbol-error rate (ASER) is derived taking into account the atmospheric turbulence effects on the MIMO/FSO channel, which is modeled by lognormal and the gamma-gamma distributions for the cases of weak-to-...

The squirrel family, Sciuridae, is one of the largest and most widely dispersed families of mammals. In spite of the wide distribution and conspicuousness of this group, phylogenetic relationships remain poorly understood. We used DNA sequence data from the mitochondrial cytochrome b gene of 114 species in 21 genera to infer phylogenetic relationships among sciurids based on maximum parsimony a...

Vocal communication is an important method squirrels (Sciuridae) use to transfer information from one individual others. While behaviors associated with vocal have been explored in species or single call-types specific groups of squirrels, no comprehensive review these exists for Sciuridae. Herein, I the current literature describe three squirrels: ground tree and flying squirrels. discuss beha...

Free-space optical (FSO) communication systems have seen significant developments in recent years due to growing need for very high data rates and tap-proof communication. The operation of an FSO link is suited to diverse variety of applications such as satellites, High Altitude Platforms (HAPs), Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), aircrafts, ground stations and other areas involving both civil an...