Abstract
Array error control codes are linear block and convolutional codes which are constructed from several single parity check or other component codes, assembled in two or more geometrical dimensions or directions, with emphasis on simple component codes and low complexity methods of decoding. Array codes were first discussed by Elias [31], and useful introductory references include [15,36,38,75,81]. The following books have significant sections devoted to array (or product) codes: Pohlmann [67], Rao and Fujiwara [69] and Watkinson [84]. Array codes are easy and flexible to design, and relatively simple (and therefore fast) to decode. For these reasons they have been used in a number of applications where these properties are highly desirable, particularly where information symbols appear (or are constrained to be) in geometrical patterns (e.g., tapes, cards, discs, chips, etc.). The two main fields of application are in communications systems and for information storage systems.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
