LTE Small Cell Optimization 3GPP Evolution to Release 13 [Hardcover]

LTE network capabilities are enhanced with small cell deployment, with optimization and with new 3GPP features. LTE networks are getting high loaded which calls for more advanced optimization. Small cells have been discussed in the communications industry for many years, but their true deployment is happening now. New 3GPP features in Release 12 and 13 further push LTE network performance.

This timely book addresses R&D and standardization activities on LTE small cells and network optimization, focusing on 3GPP evolution to Release 13. It covers LTE small cells from specification to products and field results; Latest 3GPP evolution to Release 13; and LTE optimization and learnings from the field.

Preface xiii

Acknowledgements xv

List of Abbreviations xvii

1 Introduction 1
Harri Holma

1.1 Introduction 1

1.2 LTE Global Deployments and Devices 2

1.3 Mobile Data Traffic Growth 3

1.4 LTE Technology Evolution 4

1.5 LTE Spectrum 5

1.6 Small Cell Deployments 6

1.7 Network Optimization 7

1.8 LTE Evolution Beyond Release 13 8

1.9 Summary 9

References 9

2 LTE and LTE Advanced in Releases 8–11 11
Antti Toskala

2.1 Introduction 11

2.2 Releases 8 and 9 LTE 11

2.2.1 Releases 8 and 9 Physical Layer 12

2.2.2 LTE Architecture 17

2.2.3 LTE Radio Protocols 17

2.3 LTE Advanced in Releases 10 and 11 19

2.3.1 Carrier Aggregation 19

2.3.2 Multiple Input Multiple Output Enhancements 23

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