Binomial random variable using Matlab

Binomial random variable, a discrete random variable, models the number of successes in $latex n$ mutually independent Bernoulli trials, each with success probability $latex p$. The term Bernoulli trial implies that each trial is a random experiment with exactly two possible outcomes: success and failure. It can be used to model the total number of … Read more

Bernoulli random variable

Bernoulli random variable is a discrete random variable with two outcomes – success and failure, with probabilities p and (1-p). It is a good model for binary data generators and also for modeling bit error patterns in the received binary data when a communication channel introduces random errors. To generate a Bernoulli random variable X, … Read more

Fresnel zones

An important consideration for propagation models are the existence of objects within what is called the first Fresnel zone. Fresnel zones, referenced in Figure 1 are ellipsoids with the foci at the transmitter and the receiver, where the path length between the direct path and the alternative paths are multiples of half-wavelength ($latex \lambda/2$). Rays … Read more

Modeling diffraction loss : Single knife-edge diffraction model

Modeling diffraction loss Propagation environments may have obstacles that hinder the radio transmission path between the transmitter and the receiver. Idealized models for estimating the signal loss associated with diffraction by such obstacles are available. The shape of the obstacles considered in these model are too idealized for real-life applications, nevertheless, these models can serve … Read more

Hata Okumura model for outdoor propagation

Outdoor propagation models involve estimation of propagation loss over irregular terrains such as mountainous regions, simple curved earth profile, etc., with obstacles like trees and buildings. All such models predict the received signal strength at a particular distance or on a small sector. These models vary in approach, accuracy and complexity. Hata Okumura model is … Read more

Large scale propagation models – an introduction

Radio propagation models play an important role in designing a communication system for real world applications. Propagation models are instrumental in predicting the behavior of a communication system over different environments. This chapter is aimed at providing the ideas behind the simulation of some of the subtopics in large scale propagation models, such as, free … Read more

Simulate matched filter system with SRRC filtering

Pulse-shaping Lab path:Nyquist zero-ISI → Raised cosine → Matched filter + SRRC → Eye diagramsTool: RRC filter & bandwidth calculator Key focus: Let’s learn how to simulate matched filter receiver with square root raised cosine (SRRC) filter, for a pulse amplitude modulation (PAM) system. Simulation Model A basic pulse amplitude modulation (PAM) system as DSP … Read more

Precoding for partial response signaling schemes

Introduction to precoding Intersymbol interference (ISI) is a common problem in telecommunication systems, such as terrestrial television broadcasting, digital data communication systems, and cellular mobile communication systems. Dispersive effects in high-speed data transmission and multipath fading are the main reasons for ISI. To maximize the capacity, the transmission bandwidth must be extended to the entire … Read more

Partial response schemes: impulse & frequency response

Impulse response and frequency response of PR signaling schemes Consider a minimum bandwidth system in which the filter $latex H(f)$ is represented as a cascaded combination of a partial response filter $latex Q(f)$ and a minimum bandwidth filter $latex G(f)$. Since $latex G(f)$ is a brick-wall filter, the frequency response of the whole system $latex … Read more