UHF Propagation Model Calibration Using Correlations between Field Measurements and Prediction

A global characterization of the propagation behavior that will allow a general approach of the RF prediction is difficult to achieve. In this paper, based on field strength values collected in typical rural environment, the authors are providing their findings after the calibration of a deterministic propagation model in UHF frequency band. An evaluation of the error sources, and methods to validate RF antenna pattern, are described. The proposed methodology was used to obtain the measurements that allow the correlation with prediction data.