4G

wireless technology

Fourth-Generation Cellular Communication System

AGENDA
y y y y y y y

Introduction Evolution of Data Standards Implementation WiMAX features Future features Closing Thoughts

4G DEFINITION

4G
3G
2G
1G
0G

Fourth Generation Cellular Communication (4G)

 Fourth generation is the next generation of

technology that will be used by cellular phone companies, making it possible to deliver superior quality video and data, in addition to voice. 4G Wireless was originally conceived of by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DRAPA) in US, the same organization that developed the wired internet. The data transfer rate is expected to be in the range of 20 to 100 Mbps in 4G networks, which will be 10 to 50 times those offered by 3G links

EVOLUTION OF DATA STANDARDS

4G
3G
2G
1G
0G

Zero Generation Mobile Systems (0G)

The radio telephone system preceded modern cellular mobile telephony technology (1G). The radio telephone system contained one central antenna tower per region. The central antenna required radio phones to have a powerful transmitter, capable of transmitting up to 50 miles. The number of radio telephones per region was limited by the number of available channels. Unlike closed radio systems, radio telephones were connected to the public telephone network and were typically mounted in cars, trucks, and briefcases.

EVOLUTION OF DATA STANDARDS

4G
3G
2G
1G
0G

First Generation Cellular Communication (1G)

The 1G cellular telephone system divided cities into small cells. This division allowed extensive frequency reuse across a city, allowing millions to use cell phones simultaneously. 1G cell phone technology encompassed analog standards introduced in the 1980s and continued until replaced by 2G digital cell phones.

EVOLUTION OF DATA STANDARDS

4G

Second Generation Cellular Communication (2G)

2G digital technologies can be divided into two standards:
TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) - GSM: Originally from Europe but used worldwide - iDEN: Proprietary network used by Nextel in the US - PDC: Used exclusively in Japan CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) - IS-95: Commonly referred to as CDMA and used in the Americas and parts of Asia

3G
2G
1G
0G

EVOLUTION OF DATA STANDARDS

4G
3G
2G
1G
0G

Third Generation Cellular Communication (3G)

3G networks provide the ability to transfer voice data and non-voice data (music downloads, emails and instant messaging) over the same network simultaneously. 3G networks deliver broadband capacity and support greater numbers of voice and data customers at lower incremental costs than 2G.
- W-CDMA: Wideband Multiple Access - EVDO:

Standards:

Code

Division

Evolution-Data Optimized

3G VS. 4G
Less

Complexity, Faster Transmission

Unlike the 3G networks which are a combination of circuit switched and packet switched networks, 4G will be based on packet switching only. This will allow low-latency data transmission.

3G Leading U.S. Carrier 3G EVDO network currently averages 400 to 700 Kbps with peak rates up to 2 Mbps.

4G International Carrier is testing 4G communication at 100 Mbps while moving, and 1 Gbps while stationary.

3G VS. 4G

4G
3G
Mbps

2G
1G
0G

100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0

3G

4G

4G POSSIBILITIES

4G
3G
2G
1G
0G

Enhanced Mobile Gaming

Experience enhanced wireless capabilities that deliver mobile gaming interaction with latency less than five milliseconds. Play online multiplayer games while traveling at high speeds or sitting outside.

4G POSSIBILITIES

4G
3G
2G
1G
0G

Personal Media Repository Create a personal media repository that can be accessed from home and on the road to view photos, watch movies and listen to your personal music collection.

100 MBPS

4G
X50

3G
2 MBPS
X200

2G(GSM) 2G(GSM) 9.6 KBPS

4G POSSIBILITIES

4G
3G
2G
1G
0G

Broadband

Access in Remote

Locations
4G networks will provide a wireless alternative for broadband access to residential and business customers. In addition, 4G will provide the first opportunity for broadband access in remote locations without an infrastructure to support cable .

WIMAX

World Interoperability for Microwave Access There are two main applications of WiMAX:
1)

Fixed WiMAX (IEEE 802.16-2004) - Fixed WiMAX applications are point-to-multipoint enabling the delivery of last mile wireless broadband access as an alternative to cable and for homes and businesses.

2)

Mobile WiMAX (IEEE 802.16e-2005) - Mobile WiMAX offers the full mobility of cellular networks at true broadband speeds.

WIMAX VS. WI-FI

WiMAX / Wi-Fi Comparison

WiMAX and Wi-Fi are somewhat independent, addressing slightly different needs. WiMAX uses private, licensed spectrum and provides Wi-Fi-like service with guaranteed performance to larger public areas, similar in coverage to cellular networks today. Wi-Fi uses shared spectrum and operates at short distances, making it ideal for low-cost, private networks (where usage of the network is constrained to an office building or campus) or free public systems (where service guarantees are not required).

4G ACCESS OPTIONS
y

Embed 4G technology into all end-user devices Develop mobile personal gateways Develop external interfaces with 4G peripherals

4G NETWORK ARCHITECTURE

FEATURES
 

HIGH SPEED


20-TO-100 MBPS TO DOWNLOAD 10 MB 4G TAKES 1 SECOND 3G TAKES 200 SECONDS

HIGH NETWORK CAPACITY

 

FAST/SEAMLESS HANDOVER ACROSS MULTIPLE NETWORKS



4G WIRELESS SUPPORTS GLOBAL ROAMING IN MOBILES

NEXT GENERATION MULTIMEDIA SUPPORT



LARGE VOLUME OF DATA TRANSMISSION AT LOW COST

FUTURE APPLICATIONS
 SENSORS ON PUBLIC VEHICLES  CAMERAS IN TRAFFIC LIGHTS  VIRTUAL NAVIGATION  TELE MEDICINE  TRAFFIC CONTROL DURING DISASTERS

IMPEMENTATION OF 4G
 Cellular phone companies, such as Alcatel, Nortel, Motorola and IT companies like HP, Highs, LG Electronics and others, are also getting involved in developing 4G Networks.  India, too, is planning to start 4G services soon  As announced by the Ministry of IT and Communications, India plans to dump 3G is not costeffective.  India has an opportunity with its large market and high technical skills to be a significance player in this field.

CONCLUSION
networks should be built by packet network providers not telecommunications providers. 4G networks should be built now and compete directly with 3G.
4G

22

23