Channel Characterization for Hyperloops Using the Nonstationary Geometry-Based Model

Abstract

As a novel means of high-speed transportation, the Hyperloop can proceed at an ultra-high speed (more than 1000 km/h) in the long and narrow pipelines. In this paper, the channel characteristic of the Hyperloop wireless communication systems is the main objective. Based on the geometric scattering theories, a novel nonstationary channel model is proposed to investigate the channel characteristics for Hyperloop train-to-ground communications. According to this model, the channel impulse response (CIR) is obtained, and the closed-form expressions of the multi-link spatial-temporal correlation functions, including the spatial cross-correlation function (CCF) and the temporal autocorrelation function (ACF) are derived and analyzed. Simulation results show that a high correlation between the multi-link channels in vacuum tube scenario can be observed. The relevant research results will contribute to the design of future Hyperloop wireless communication system.