An Analysis of the Fading Channel Valid for Frequencies Up to the mmW Range

Abstract

The fading phenomenon in mobile communications is mainly a stochastic process and plays an essential role in the reliability and stability of the systems. The frequency bands currently in use it is reasonably well characterized and described. With the use of mmW, only experimental, theoretical models are being proposed; there is no unanimity regarding a model that effectively contemplates the phenomenon in this spectrum range. Some studies suggest the traditional models applied to the frequencies in use; Rician and Rayleigh are the main ones. This study aims to advance and compare, with accepted models, a broader statistical model that overcomes the limitations of the current models. It will be analyzed and compared a model using the Nakagami-m distribution covering a greater range of possibilities, given the low spreading capacity of mmW and the need for links almost always LOS situation in which the Rician model fails.