Iterative receiver combining IB-DFE with MRC for massive MIMO schemes

Once we are moving to the 5G system it is imperative to reduce the complexity of massive MIMO (Multiple-Input, Multiple Output) receivers. This paper considers the uplink transmission using massive MIMO combined with SC-FDE (Single-Carrier with Frequency-Domain Equalization). We propose an iterative frequency-domain receiver merging IB-DFE (Iterative Block Decision-Feedback Equalizer) with MRC (Maximal Ratio Combining). We propose a novel approach to reduce the complexity of the receiver by avoiding matrix inversions while maintaining a level of performance very close to the Matched Filter Bound (MFB), which makes it an excellent option for 5G systems.info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersio

Efficient frequency-domain detection for massive MIMO systems

Reduced-complexity implementations are critical for massive MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output) systems. In this paper we consider the uplink of broadband massive MIMO systems employing SC-FDE (Single-Carrier with Frequency-Domain Equalization) schemes, where multiple users transmit to a single base station with a large number of antennas. We propose low-complexity frequency-domain detection schemes that allow excellent performance, but do not require matrix inversions.info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersio

On the design of spreading sequences for CDMA systems with nonlinear OQPSK-type modulations

The main focus of this paper is to present an analytical method for calculate the correlation between OQPSK (Offset Quadrature Phase-Shift Keying) signals modulated by several spreading sequence families. Our analytical model includes nonlinearities, namely by treating the transmitter amplifier as highly nonlinear. Grossly nonlinear power amplification is highly desirable as it allows power-efficient low-cost receivers, with applications in satellite, underwater or deep space communications. OQPSK-type modulations include as special cases CPM (Continuous Phase Modulation) schemes and can be designed to have low envelope fluctuations or even a constant envelope, essential in many communications systems (e.g., satellite). This model and the derived analytical results for the correlation of sequences in such a nonlinear environment are then applied to a DS-CDMA (Direct Sequence - Code Division Multiple Access) system. We present simulation results for three types of spreading sequences: ML (Maximum-Length), Kasami and TCH (Tomlinson, Cercas, Hughes) sequences. The simulation results are presented to compare the performance of those types of sequences in the linear and nonlinear DS-CDMA systems.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

An FFT-based acquisition scheme for DS-CDMA systems

This paper introduces an efficient acquisition/correlation technique for DS-CDMA systems using a frequency-domain approach employing TCH-based training blocks (Tomlison, Cercas and Hughes). The classical time-domain active acquisition technique is compared with the proposed passive matched-filter type frequency domain technique. Moreover using the fact that an N-point discrete Fourier transform (DFT) can be partitioned into M smaller DFTs, we present a procedure for simultaneous decoding/despreading and synchronization that switch between 16 bit-length and 256 bit-length cyclic codes thus providing code rate variability.info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersio

Iterative partial-cancelling MMSE algorithms for W-CDMA MIMO-BLAST systems

This paper focuses on the usage of an enhanced equalization-based receiver for WCDMA (Wideband Code-Division Multiple Access) MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output) BLAST (Bell Labs Layered Space Time)-type systems. The receiver is based on the MMSE (Minimum Mean Square Error) algorithm coupled with an IPC (Iterative Partial Cancellation) scheme. The scheme is tested in both an uncoded and coded setting, using the UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System) HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) standard as a basis, and the reference UMTS environments.info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersio

Analytical BER Performance Evaluation in SISO and MIMO Environments with SC-FDE Modulations and IB-DFE Receivers

This paper preseThis paper presents the analysis of the obtainment of the theoretical bit error rate (BER) performance in single-input-single-output and multiple-input-multiple-output systems with single-carrier with frequency-domain equalization modulations and iterative receivers based on the iterative block decision feedback equalization concept. Through the consideration of a Gaussian-based approach to obtain the BER performance, we present a simple and accurate model to improve such method by compensating the difference between the theoretical performance results and the ones obtained by simulation.info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersio

Efficient channel estimation using TCH codes

In this paper, we consider the use of TCH codes to perform channel estimation in an OFDM system, using either data multiplexed pilots or superimposed pilots over the data. TCH codes possess several properties that allow us to use them efficiently in various applications which includes channel estimation, as we address in this paper. With this objective, several performance results were obtained through simulations which allowed the evaluation of the impact of different pilot power levels and modulations, as well as the comparison of TCH against other conventional pilots. In order to cope with the interference between pilots and data, an iterative receiver with interference suppression was employed for the superimposed pilots method.info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersio

Analytical BER Performance Evaluation in SISO and MIMO Environments with SC-FDE Modulations and IB-DFE Receivers

This paper preseThis paper presents the analysis of the obtainment of the theoretical bit error rate (BER) performance in single-input-single-output and multiple-input-multiple-output systems with single-carrier with frequency-domain equalization modulations and iterative receivers based on the iterative block decision feedback equalization concept. Through the consideration of a Gaussian-based approach to obtain the BER performance, we present a simple and accurate model to improve such method by compensating the difference between the theoretical performance results and the ones obtained by simulation.info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersio

Efficient channel estimation using TCH codes

In this paper, we consider the use of TCH codes to perform channel estimation in an OFDM system, using either data multiplexed pilots or superimposed pilots over the data. TCH codes possess several properties that allow us to use them efficiently in various applications which includes channel estimation, as we address in this paper. With this objective, several performance results were obtained through simulations which allowed the evaluation of the impact of different pilot power levels and modulations, as well as the comparison of TCH against other conventional pilots. In order to cope with the interference between pilots and data, an iterative receiver with interference suppression was employed for the superimposed pilots method.info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersio

MIMO relaying UAVs operating in public safety scenarios

Methods to implement communication in natural and humanmade disasters have been widely discussed in the scientific community. Scientists believe that unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) relays will play a critical role in 5G public safety communications (PSC) due to their technical superiority. They have several significant advantages: a high degree of mobility, flexibility, exceptional line of sight, and real-time adaptative planning. For instance, cell edge coverage could be extended using relay UAVs. This paper summarizes the sidelink evolution in the 3GPP standardization associated with the usage of the device to device (D2D) techniques that use long term evolution (LTE) communication systems, potential extensions for 5G, and a study on the impact of circular mobility on relay UAVs using the software network simulator 3 (NS3). In this simulation, the transmitted packet percentage was evaluated where the speed of the UAV for users was changed. This paper also examines the multi-input multi-output (MIMO) communication applied to drones and proposes a new trajectory to assist users experiencing unfortunate circumstances. The overall communication is highly dependent on the drone speed and the use of MIMO and suitable antennas may influence overall transmission between users and the UAVs relay. When the UAVs relaying speed was configured at 108 km/h the total transmission rate was reduced to 55% in the group with 6 users allocated to each drone.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio