Simulation of Massive MIMO Antennas for Improved Link Throughput
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.62292/njtep.v2i2.2024.42Keywords:
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Massive MIMO technology involves deploying multiple antennas on both ends of a communication link, which boosts spatial diversity and signal-to-noise ratio. By using multi-user MIMO transmission and techniques like spatial multiplexing and beamforming, it increases capacity, spectral efficiency, and data rates. Simulations conducted with tools like Octave software help engineers to optimize designs, predict system behavior, and assess the impact of antenna quantity on downlink throughput. This study addresses the increasing demand for high downlink data rates within modern communication networks. It explores the performance of Massive MIMO systems through simulations using Octave software, focusing on the quantity of antenna elements (M), and considering both spectral efficiency (SE) and data throughput. Results show higher M enhances both spectral efficiency and data rates. Efficiency dips at M=10, surges at M=40, and slowly, but steadily grows from M=50 to 100. Similar trends in data rates indicate M's impact on transmission performance. SE values range from 5.8442 bps/Hz (M = 10) to 24.1608 bps/Hz (M = 100), while data rates range from 116.8834 Mbps (M = 10) to 483.2158 Mbps (M = 100). These insights offer practical guidance for engineers and could facilitate the optimization of wireless communication setups and addressing the imperative for improved data rates. The study advances the understanding of Massive MIMO's potential, providing a roadmap for effectively leveraging its capabilities across diverse communication network scenarios.
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