Adhoc Relay Network Planning for Improving Cellular Data Coverage
Journal
The 15th IEEE International Symposium On Personal, Indoor And Mobile Radio Communications (PIMRC 04')
Pages
769-773
Date Issued
2004-09
Author(s)
Abstract
Non-uniform coverage is a major concern in cellular data networks based on HSDPA/HDR access technologies. Poor coverage lowers the overall utilization of the cell and results in location-dependent downlink throughput for mobile users. We focus on the planning of ad hoc relay network (ARN) in providing an improved cellular coverage. Specifically, we present and discuss issues and approaches for relay node placement in cellular space. Through extensive simulation modeling, we provide the evaluation of the improvement in the location dependent cellular data rate by employing the ARN.
Type
conference paper