19 research outputs found
Sparsifying Dictionary Learning for Beamspace Channel Representation and Estimation in Millimeter-Wave Massive MIMO
Millimeter-wave massive multiple-input-multiple-output (mmWave mMIMO) is
reported as a key enabler in the fifth-generation communication and beyond. It
is customary to use a lens antenna array to transform a mmWave mMIMO channel
into a beamspace where the channel exhibits sparsity. Exploiting this sparsity
enables the applicability of hybrid precoding and achieves pilot reduction.
This beamspace transformation is equivalent to performing a Fourier
transformation of the channel. A motivation for the Fourier character of this
transformation is the fact that the steering response vectors in antenna arrays
are Fourier basis vectors. Still, a Fourier transformation is not necessarily
the optimal one, due to many reasons. Accordingly, this paper proposes using a
learned sparsifying dictionary as the transformation operator leading to
another beamspace. Since the dictionary is obtained by training over actual
channel measurements, this transformation is shown to yield two immediate
advantages. First, is enhancing channel sparsity, thereby leading to more
efficient pilot reduction. Second, is improving the channel representation
quality, and thus reducing the underlying power leakage phenomenon.
Consequently, this allows for both improved channel estimation and facilitated
beam selection in mmWave mMIMO. This is especially the case when the antenna
array is not perfectly uniform. Besides, a learned dictionary is also used as
the precoding operator for the same reasons. Extensive simulations under
various operating scenarios and environments validate the added benefits of
using learned dictionaries in improving the channel estimation quality and the
beam selectivity, thereby improving the spectral efficiency.Comment: This work has been submitted to the IEEE for possible publication.
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A survey on hybrid beamforming techniques in 5G : architecture and system model perspectives
The increasing wireless data traffic demands have driven the need to explore suitable spectrum regions for meeting the projected requirements. In the light of this, millimeter wave (mmWave) communication has received considerable attention from the research community. Typically, in fifth generation (5G) wireless networks, mmWave massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) communications is realized by the hybrid transceivers which combine high dimensional analog phase shifters and power amplifiers with lower-dimensional digital signal processing units. This hybrid beamforming design reduces the cost and power consumption which is aligned with an energy-efficient design vision of 5G. In this paper, we track the progress in hybrid beamforming for massive MIMO communications in the context of system models of the hybrid transceivers' structures, the digital and analog beamforming matrices with the possible antenna configuration scenarios and the hybrid beamforming in heterogeneous wireless networks. We extend the scope of the discussion by including resource management issues in hybrid beamforming. We explore the suitability of hybrid beamforming methods, both, existing and proposed till first quarter of 2017, and identify the exciting future challenges in this domain
Terahertz-Band Channel and Beam Split Estimation via Array Perturbation Model
For the demonstration of ultra-wideband bandwidth and pencil-beamforming, the
terahertz (THz)-band has been envisioned as one of the key enabling
technologies for the sixth generation networks. However, the acquisition of the
THz channel entails several unique challenges such as severe path loss and
beam-split. Prior works usually employ ultra-massive arrays and additional
hardware components comprised of time-delayers to compensate for these loses.
In order to provide a cost-effective solution, this paper introduces a
sparse-Bayesian-learning (SBL) technique for joint channel and beam-split
estimation. Specifically, we first model the beam-split as an array
perturbation inspired from array signal processing. Next, a low-complexity
approach is developed by exploiting the line-of-sight-dominant feature of THz
channel to reduce the computational complexity involved in the proposed SBL
technique for channel estimation (SBCE). Additionally, based on
federated-learning, we implement a model-free technique to the proposed
model-based SBCE solution. Further to that, we examine the near-field
considerations of THz channel, and introduce the range-dependent near-field
beam-split. The theoretical performance bounds, i.e., Cram\'er-Rao lower
bounds, are derived both for near- and far-field parameters, e.g., user
directions, beam-split and ranges. Numerical simulations demonstrate that SBCE
outperforms the existing approaches and exhibits lower hardware cost.Comment: Accepted Paper in IEEE Open Journal of Communications Societ
A survey on 5G massive MIMO Localization
Massive antenna arrays can be used to meet the requirements of 5G, by exploiting different spatial signatures of users. This same property can also be harnessed to determine the locations of those users. In order to perform massive MIMO localization, refined channel estimation routines and localization methods have been developed. This paper provides a brief overview of this emerging field
A Tutorial on Extremely Large-Scale MIMO for 6G: Fundamentals, Signal Processing, and Applications
Extremely large-scale multiple-input-multiple-output (XL-MIMO), which offers
vast spatial degrees of freedom, has emerged as a potentially pivotal enabling
technology for the sixth generation (6G) of wireless mobile networks. With its
growing significance, both opportunities and challenges are concurrently
manifesting. This paper presents a comprehensive survey of research on XL-MIMO
wireless systems. In particular, we introduce four XL-MIMO hardware
architectures: uniform linear array (ULA)-based XL-MIMO, uniform planar array
(UPA)-based XL-MIMO utilizing either patch antennas or point antennas, and
continuous aperture (CAP)-based XL-MIMO. We comprehensively analyze and discuss
their characteristics and interrelationships. Following this, we examine exact
and approximate near-field channel models for XL-MIMO. Given the distinct
electromagnetic properties of near-field communications, we present a range of
channel models to demonstrate the benefits of XL-MIMO. We further motivate and
discuss low-complexity signal processing schemes to promote the practical
implementation of XL-MIMO. Furthermore, we explore the interplay between
XL-MIMO and other emergent 6G technologies. Finally, we outline several
compelling research directions for future XL-MIMO wireless communication
systems.Comment: 38 pages, 10 figure