Long-term-evolution (LTE) is a fourth generation (4G) wireless network for cellular devices. LTE is the natural successor to HSPA+ 3G networks, providing higher data rates, lower latency and a simplified architecture. We have explored the claims made by LTE as a superior technology through simulation of LTE against rival wireless technologies such as WiMAX and Wi-Fi. Using Opnet16 software package, we measured and compared throughput, spectrum efficiency, delay and jitter when transferring a custom stream of data. Based on the results, we were be able to make positive conclusions about the validity and extent of LTE’s superiority over its rival wireless communication technologies.

The team:
Josh Ancill, Kim Izmaylov, and Anton Khomutskiy
(jja48 at sfu.ca, kvi at sfu.ca, aka78 at sfu.ca)

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