Title :
An overview of MIMO-oriented channel access in wireless networks
Author :
Siam, Mohammad Z. ; Krunz, Marwan
Author_Institution :
Univ. of Arizona, Tucson
fDate :
2/1/2008 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The integration of MIMO technology in WLANs has recently been the locus of extensive research. The main objectives of this technology are to improve channel reuse and or reduce energy consumption. In this article, we give an overview of MIMO systems and their use in WLANs. We highlight the different types of gains that MIMO offers and then discuss some of the work that has been done on MAC design. We conclude by outlining several open issues thai must be addressed for MIMO-based systems.
Keywords :
MIMO communication; wireless LAN; wireless channels; MAC design; MIMO-based systems; MIMO-oriented channel access; channel reuse; energy consumption; multi-input multi-output; wireless LAN; wireless networks; Array signal processing; Bit error rate; Interference; MIMO; Receiving antennas; Space technology; Transmitting antennas; Wireless LAN; Wireless application protocol; Wireless networks;
Journal_Title :
Wireless Communications, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MWC.2008.4454706
