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Modelling and Performance Analysis of Wi-Fi Networks Coexisting with LTEU

1.0 Background Study


The rapid increase in mobile data traffic over the years has created significant challenges
for mobile operators, thereby, necessitating the expansion of cellular networks to
accommodate increasing demand.
Traditional Long Term Evolution systems primarily operate with a licensed spectrum
which limits the capacity to meet the requirements of mobile users. To address the issue,
LTE in spectrum has emerged as a promising solution to extend its operations into
unlicensed bands, with the 5G spectrum. This Paper discusses the importance of LTE-U
to adopt new Medium Access Protocols that ensure fair sharing of the spectrum of which
two categories of MAC protocols are proposed: Listen Before Talking and Time-Division
Multiplexing (TDM).

The focus of the study is to quantify the impact of TDM-based LTE-u on Wi-Fi
performance, in terms of collisions, probabilities and throughout.

1.1 Statement of the problem


The integration of LTE in unlicensed spectrum (LTE-U) poses significant challenges
for fair coexistence with existing Wi-Fi networks, particularly regarding collision
probabilities and throughput.

1.2 Aim and Objectives


This study aims to investigate the coexistence of LTE in unlicensed spectrum with
Wi-Fi networks, focusing on the impact of Time-Division Multiplexing (TDM)
schemes on Wi-Fi performance. The objectives include to:
i) Analyze the effects of TDM based LTE-U on Wi-Fi performance, particularly in
terms of collision probabilities and throughput.
ii) Develop analytical models that quantify the interactions between LTE-U and Wi-
Fi, providing insights into their coexistence dynamics.
iii) Validate the analytical models through extensive simulations using the NS3
simulator ensuring accuracy in the representation of real-world scenarios.
iv) Identify optimal TDM configurations and parameters that enhance the
performance of both LTE-U and Wi-Fi, thereby facilitating fair spectrum sharing.
1.3 Methodology
The methodology used in this study can be summarized as follows:

i)Literature review: The study comprehensively reviews existing literature on


LTE_U and Wi-Fi coexistence, focusing on existing literature on LTE-U and Wi-
Fi coexistence.
ii)Analytical Modelling: The authors of this paper develop sophisticated analytical
models to quantify the TDM-based LTE-U on WI-Fi performance.
iii) Simulation Setup: This study employs the NS3 simulator to validate the
analytical models.
iv)Parameter Variation: This includes key parameters such as the number of blank
subframes in TDMconfigurations, Wi-Fi frame sizes, and LTE-U duty cycle
parameters. This helps to evaluate their impact on Wi-Fi throughput and collision
probabilities.
v)Comparison and Analysis: Th

1.4 Tools used in this study:


The tools used in this study include:

1. NS3 Simulator: The primary tool employed for simulating the coexistence of LTE-
U and Wi-Fi networks. The authors developed a new module within the NS3
simulator to accurately model the interactions between LTE-U and Wi-Fi, allowing
for detailed performance analysis under various configurations.

2. Analytical Models: The study utilizes analytical modeling techniques, specifically


employing two different random walk approaches to compute the probability of
collision and throughput performance for Wi-Fi stations. These models are essential
for quantifying the impact of TDM-based LTE-U on Wi-Fi performance.

3. Mathematical Frameworks: Various mathematical frameworks and refinements are


used to analyze the behavior of Wi-Fi networks and their interactions with LTE-U.
This includes the incorporation of concepts such as the capture effect and the
examination of different MAC protocols.

4. Simulation Parameters: The study involves the use of specific simulation


parameters, such as the number of blank subframes in TDM configurations, Wi-Fi
frame sizes, and LTE-U duty cycle parameters, to evaluate their effects on
performance metrics.
1.5 Significance of the Study
The significance of this study lies in its contribution to efficient spectrum utilization by
providing analytical models and practical recommendations for the fair coexistence of
LTE-U and Wi-Fi networks, addressing the challenges posed by increasing mobile data
traffic.

1.6 Limitations
The study has several limitations that should be acknowledged. Firstly, while the
analytical models developed provide valuable insights, they may not capture all real-
world complexities and variations in network conditions, such as dynamic user
behavior and environmental factors that can influence performance. Additionally, the
simulations conducted in the NS3 environment, although extensive, are based on
specific configurations and assumptions that may not fully represent all possible
deployment scenarios. The focus on TDM-based LTE-U may also overlook the
potential benefits and challenges associated with other coexistence strategies, such as
LBT-based protocols. Furthermore, the study primarily emphasizes throughput and
collision probability, potentially neglecting other important performance metrics such
as latency and quality of service. Lastly, the findings may require further validation in
diverse real-world settings to ensure their applicability across different network
environments.

1.7 Future work


Future work stemming from this study could focus on exploring additional
coexistence protocols, validating findings through real-world experiments, analyzing
the impact of emerging technologies, expanding performance metrics to include
latency and quality of service, developing dynamic adaptation mechanisms,
integrating machine learning for optimization, and investigating policy implications
for LTE-U operation in unlicensed spectrum.

Reference
[1] Y. Li, F. Baccelli, J. G. Andrews, T. D. Novlan, and J. C. Zhang, “Modeling and analyzing the
coexistence of Wi-Fi and LTE in unlicensed spectrum,” IEEE Transactions on Wireless
Communications, vol. 15, no. 9, pp. 6310–6326, Sep. 2016, doi: 10.1109/twc.2016.2582866.

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