The Application and Capability Research of IEEE802.11n WLAN in a Mobile Networking Environment

• Main Authors: Mei-Fang Lin, 林玫芳
• Other Authors: Te-Chao Liang
• Format: Others
• Language: zh-TW
• Published: 2009
• Online Access: http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/25324821398796133973

碩士 === 淡江大學 === 資訊管理學系碩士在職專班 === 97 === Since human beings demand the mobile lifestyle and convenience based on internet technology, the Wireless LAN Networks have been extensively incorporated in the Mobile Internet Devices. In comparison to the other Wireless Broadband Technology such as 3.5G (HSDPA) and Mobile WiMAX, the maximum transmission rate of 3.5G (HSDPA) and Mobile WiMAX is apparently insufficient (i.e. less than 4 Mbps in the upstream). However, as IEEE802.11n is implemented with OFDM (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) and MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) technology, the maximum transmission rate can reach up to 600 Mbps which is primarily utilized in the Fixed Networking Environment. Hence, provided that the advantage of IEEE802.11n bandwidth can be adopted in the Mobile Communication, the “True” High- Performance Mobility can be realized for the industry of Information Communication Technology. The Research is performed through the LAB methodology. Under the Single Access Point, Multiple Access Point, High-Density and Ultra High-Density Access Point architecture, we emulate the vehicular ratio within the signal coverage of each operating mode via the programmable signal attenuators and then analyze the performance of TCP/IP, IPTV and VOIP. As depicted in the LAB result, IEEE802.11n can be adopted in the Vehicular Internet Environment. Under the High-Density Access Point mode, the performance at the speed ratio of 50 to 60 KM/HR can be better than IEEE802.11g operated in the Fixed Networking Environment; while in the vehicular environment of 40 KM/HR, the IPTV and VOIP can remain basic mobile communication quality. The application and capability analysis result proved that IEEE802.11n not only can be adopted in the Public Shuttle Bus and Lightweight Transit Rail system, but also provide a valuable reference for the Mobile Wireless Broadband Industry.