ANTENNA SYSTEM OPTIMIZED FOR SISO AND MIMO OPERATION

摘要

An active antenna system and algorithm is described that provides for improved performance from LTE communication systems operating in Category 1 mode, where one antenna is used. For the LTE SISO case (category 1), a modal antenna capable of generating multiple radiation patterns will provide improved throughput due to improved resistance to fading. Modal (Null Steering) antenna technology is implemented in a multi-antenna system to provide for single and multiple antenna operation wherein one or more antennas have two or more radiation modes. An algorithm has been developed that determines when to switch from SISO to MIMO operation.