Interference reduction and capacity improvement in collaborative beamforming networks via directivity optimization

Suhanya Jayaprakasam, Sharul Kamal Abdul Rahim, Chee Yen Leow, Tiew On Ting

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Abstract

Collaborative beamforming with finite number of collaborating nodes produces sidelobes that depend on the nodes' arrangement. Sidelobes cause interference when they occur at the directions of unintended receivers and thus reduce the transmission rate at these receivers. Peak sidelobe minimization does not effectively minimize the overall sidelobe of a beampattern formed by collaborative beamforming. Two main contributions are highlighted in this paper. First, we proposed a new fitness function based on directivity instead of the conventional peak sidelobe. Second, we applied the genetic algorithm (GA) to reduce the sidelobe in collaborative beamforming. This proposed solution is implemented without any feedback from the unintended receiver(s). In the light of reduced sidelobe, we recorded the resultant capacity and calculated its improvement. Results showing up to 14% of capacity improvement, proving the efficacy of the proposed methodologies: the GA and the new fitness function.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationI4CT 2015 - 2015 2nd International Conference on Computer, Communications, and Control Technology, Art Proceeding
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages332-336
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781479979523
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 24 Aug 2015
Event2nd International Conference on Computer, Communications, and Control Technology, I4CT 2015 - Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Duration: 21 Apr 201523 Apr 2015

Publication series

NameI4CT 2015 - 2015 2nd International Conference on Computer, Communications, and Control Technology, Art Proceeding

Conference

Conference2nd International Conference on Computer, Communications, and Control Technology, I4CT 2015
Country/TerritoryMalaysia
CityKuching, Sarawak
Period21/04/1523/04/15

Keywords

  • beampattern optimization
  • capacity analysis
  • collaborative beamforming
  • genetic algorithm

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