Comparative Study of Microcell’s Performance using Different Models in Different Regions

Abstract

In this paper the performance of Microcells was analyzed using MATLAB simulation to create a real-life scenario of radio-waves signals propagating in three different environments: urban, suburban and rural area to find out the signal loss, and from that it is understood which areas are best suited for Microcells. This was achieved using several propagation models of both empirical and deterministic types for comparison purposes like Winner II model, Stanford University Interim (SUI) model, and Ericsson 9999. 1800 MHZ frequency band is considered, as Micro cell works best at this frequency range. For corresponding models, their mathematical model is used to find the Estimated maximum allowable path loss and model loss for 4G LTE process. The results are compared, and it is concluded based on simulation results that Microcells give the best result for Winner II model and poor result for Ericsson 9999 model, while real life results may differ. Mobile phone system like PHS and DECT are using Microcell which covers limited area like mall, hotel or transportation hub.