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4Th and 5Th Generation of Mobile Networks

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Higher Institute for Applied Sciences and Technology
Communications Department
4th year, Seminar

The 4th and 5th Generation of Mobile

Network

Submitted by: Mhd Omar Nader

Scientific Supervisor: Dr. Nizar Zarka

Linguistic Supervisor: M. Nada Mohanna

Seminar Supervisor: Dr. Nizar Zarka

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 Abstract
Commercial cellular wireless communications have a history of about 3 decades.
Currently, the wireless industry is busy with the standardization of the 4th generation
(4G) cellular networks, namely, LTE/LTE- Advanced and WIMAX 802.16m. The 4G
standards are expected to be concluded in the next year or two. The early commercial
deployments could initiate in subsequent years. With 4G networks, wireless internet
connectivity will be faster and more affordable which will result in substantial increase
in wireless internet usage. Since the 4G concepts have already moved to the
standardization phase, we must begin to work on the building blocks of the next
generation (which we refer to as 5G) wireless networks. These networks will facilitate
the provision of omnipresent and affordable broadband with very high speed wireless
connectivity. This seminar aims at highlighting some of the key concepts and
technologies which will facilitate the affordable provision of very high data rates with
virtually ubiquitous coverage in 5G wireless networks.

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Contents:

Abstract ……………………………………………………………………………………………..1

Contents …………………………………………………………………………………………….2

1. Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………3

2. History ……………………………………………………………………………………………3

3. 4th Generation ………………………………………………………………………………..4

3.1. Vision…………………………………………………………………………………….8

3.2. Key of Technology …………………………………………………………………10

3.3. Security………………………………………………………………………………….12

3.4. Benefit ……………………………………………………………………………….....12

3.5. Application. ……………………………………………………………………….…..13

3.6. Multimedia - Video Service …………………………………………………….13

4. 5th Generation ……………………………………………………………………………..…14

4.1. Requirement for 5G …………………………………………………………………….15

5. Conclusion ……………………………………………………………………………………..16

6. References ……………………………………………………………………………………..17

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1. Introduction
G in 1G, 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G stands for the “Generation” of the mobile network.

1G was the first generation of mobile networks. Here basically radio signals were
transmitted in analogue form, one was not able to do more than sending text
messaging and making calls, and the network was available only within the country.

2G were based on narrow band of digital networks, where signals transmitted in the
digital format and this dramatically improved the quality of calls and also reduced the
complexity of data transmission.

3G has become popular largely thanks to the ability of users to access the Internet over
devices like mobiles and tablets. The speed of data transmission on a 3G network
ranges between 384KBPS to 2MBPS. 3G is good option for users who wanted to stay
connected to the internet.

4G is the fourth generation of mobile network which is the successor of 3G , The

approaching 4G (fourth generation) mobile communication systems are projected
to solve still-remaining problems of 3G (third generation) systems and to provide
a wide variety of new services, from high-quality voice to high-definition video to high-
data-rate wireless channels.

2. History
The history and evolution of mobile service from the 1G (first generation) to fourth
generation are discussed in this section. Table 1 presents a short history of mobile
telephone technologies. This process began with the designs in the 1970s that
have become known as 1G. The earliest systems were implemented based on analog
technology and the basic cellular structure of mobile communication. Many
fundamental problems were solved by these early systems.

Numerous incompatible analog systems were placed in service around the world
during the 1980s.The 2G (second generation) systems designed in the 1980s were still

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used mainly for voice applications but were based on digital technology, including
digital signal processing techniques. These 2G systems provided circuit-switched data
communication services at a low speed.

Table 1: short history of mobile telephone technology

Fig 1: shows the comparison on speed of generation

The 3G system would have higher quality voice channels, as well as broadband data
capabilities, up to 2 Mbps. The last decade saw introduction of two mobile standards
for 3G. In addition, when China was on the verge of implementing a third 3G systems.
An interim step is being taken between 2G and 3G, the 2.5G. It is basically an
enhancement of the two major 2G technologies to provide increased capacity on the
2G RF (Radio Frequency) channels and to introduce higher throughput for data service,

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up to 384 kbps. A very important aspect of 2.5G is that the data channels are
optimized for packet data, which introduces access to the Internet from mobile devices
or laptop. However, the demand for higher access speed multimedia communication in
today's society, which greatly depends on computer communication in digital format,
seems unlimited. According to the historical indication of a generation revolution
occurring once a decade, the present appears to be the right time to begin the
research and applied the 4G mobile communication system.

3. 4th generation

In telecommunications, 4G is the fourth generation of cellular wireless standards. It is a

successor to the 3G and 2G families of standards. In 2008, the ITU-R (International
Telecommunication Union ) organization specified the IMT-Advanced (International
Mobile Telecommunications Advanced) requirements for 4G standards, setting
peak speed requirements for 4G service at 100 Mbit/s for high mobility communica
-tion (such as from trains and cars) and 1 Gbit/s for low mobility communication (such
as pedestrians and stationary users).

Table 2: Basic comparison of 3G and 4G

A 4G system is expected to provide a comprehensive and secure all-IP based mobile

broadband solution to laptop computer wireless modems, smart phones, and
other mobile devices. Facilities such as ultra-broadband Internet access, IP telephony,
gaming services, and streamed multimedia may be provided to users.

Pre-4G technologies such as mobile WiMAX and first-release 3G Long term evolut

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-ion (LTE) have been on the market since 2006 and 2009 respectively, and are often
branded as 4G, So there was actually two forms of 4G had been developed and in use:
WIMAX and LTE.

The first technology, as WiMAX was trialled in the UK in 2009 (in UK 4G networks used
LTE technology ). However, the first WiMAX network was launched by South Korean
firm KT in 2006. The first LTE network was deployed in Scandinavia in 2009. Across the
Atlantic in the US, Sprint has been using WiMAX since 2008 and MetroPCS was the first
operator to offer an LTE service in 2010.

Of course 3G has been around for a lot longer than 4G. In the UK the first 3G network
was launched by Hutchinson Telecommunications, branded as Three or '3'. Wideband
Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) was the first technical standard used for 3G.
It's now more commonly known as Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
(UMTS). More modern forms of 3G are High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) and HSPA+.
The latter allows for faster speeds up to 42Mbps, twice that of HSPA. Common
spectrum used for 3G connective include: 850MHz, 900MHz, 1900MHz and 2100MHz.

4G's headline download speed is 100Mbps and a blistering 50Mbps for upload. This
makes 4G is more than twice as fast as the latest 3G technology and many more times
faster than previous versions.

Of course, these speeds are theoretical, and such speeds won't be reached in real-
world use. However, that doesn't mean 4G isn't twice as quick. And tests show speeds
around three times faster on 4G compared to 3G, and an even larger improvement
with uploads as shown if figure2.

Fig 2: Shows one the test result

What does this mean in practice? The faster speeds mean websites load quicker, and
that you'll be able to stream videos and podcasts without first waiting for them to
buffer.

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For the future, 4G systems, that is, cellular broadband wireless access systems have
been attracting much interest in the mobile communication arena. The 4G systems not
only will support the next generation of mobile service, but also will support the fixed
wireless networks .And the highly advanced 4G mobile network offers mobile ultra-
broadband Internet access, which gives the user amazing speed and efficiency while
working online with their mobile devices.

The features of 4G systems might be summarized with one word- Integration. The 4G
systems are about seamlessly integrating terminals, networks, and applications to
satisfy increasing user demands. The continuous expansion of mobile communication
and wireless networks shows evidence of exceptional growth in the areas of
mobile subscriber, wireless network access, mobile services, and applications. An
estimate of 1 billion users by the end of 2013 justifies the study and research for 4G
systems.

3.1. Vision:
The 4th generation of wireless is intended to complement and replace the 3G systems,
perhaps in 5 to 10 years. Accessing information anywhere, anytime, with a
seamless connection to a wide range of information and services, and receiving a large
volume of information, data, pictures, video, and so on, are the keys of the 4G
infrastructures. The future 4G infrastructures will consist of a set of various
networks using IP (Internet Protocol) as a common protocol so that users are in
control because they will be able to choose every application and environment.

4G will based on the developing trends of mobile communication, Have broader

bandwidth, higher data rate, and smoother and quicker handoff and will focus on
ensuring seamless service across a multitude of wireless systems and networks.
The key concept is integrating the 4G capabilities with all of the existing mobile
technologies through advanced technologies. Application adaptability and being highly
dynamic are the main features of 4G services of interest to users.

These features mean services can be delivered and be available to the personal
preference of different users and support the users' traffic, air interfaces, radio

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environment, and quality of service. Connection with the network applications an
be transferred into various forms and levels correctly and efficiently. The dominant
methods of access to this pool of information will be the mobile telephone, PDA, and
laptop to seamlessly access the voice communication, high-speed information
services, and entertainment broadcast services. Figure 3 illustrates elements and
techniques to support the adaptability of the 4G domain. The fourth generation
will encompass all systems from various networks, public to private; operator-driven
broadband networks to personal areas and ad hoc networks. The 4G systems will
interoperate with 2G and 3G systems, as well as with digital (broadband) broadcasting
systems. In addition, 4G systems will be fully IP-based wireless Internet. This all-
encompassing integrated perspective shows the broad range of systems that the
fourth generation intends to integrate, from satellite broadband to high altitude
platform to cellular 3G and 3G systems to WLL ( Wireless Local Loop) and FWA
(Fixed Wireless Access) to WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) and PAN (Personal
Area Network),all with IP as the integrating mechanism. With 4G, a range of
new services and models will be available. These services and models need to be
further examined for their interface with the design of 4G systems. Figures 3 and4
demonstrate the key elements and the seamless connectivity of the networks .

Fig 3 : 4G mobile communication visions

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3.2. Key 4G Technology:
Some of the key technologies required for 4G, which are explained below:

1-ORTHOGONAL FREQUENCY DIVISION MULTIPLEXING (OFDM)

Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) not only provides clear

advantages for physical layer performance, but also a framework for improving
layer 2 performance by proposing an additional degree of free- dom. Using OFDM, it is
possible to exploit the time domain, the space domain, the frequency domain and
even the code domain to optimize radio channel usage. It ensures very robust
transmission in multi-path environments with reduced receiver complexity. OFDM
also provides a frequency diversity gain, improving the physical layer performance.
It is also compatible with other enhancement Technologies, such as smart
antennas and MIMO (multiple-input and multiple-output)radar antenna. OFDM
modulation can also be employed as a multiple access technology (Orthogonal
Frequency Division Multiple Access). In this case, each OFDM symbol can transmit
information to/from several users using a different set of sub carriers (sub
channels). This not only provides additional flexibility for resource allocation
(increasing the capacity), but also enables cross-layer optimization of radio link
Usage.

2-SOFTWARE DEFINED RADIO (SDR):

Software Defined Radio (SDR) benefits from today's high processing power to develop
multi-band, multi-standard base stations and terminals. Although in future the
terminals will adapt the air interface to the available radio access technology, at
present this is done by the infrastructure. Several infrastructure gains are expected
from SDR. For example, to increase network capacity at a specific time (e.g. during a
sports event), an operator will reconfigure its network adding several modems at a
given Base Transceiver Station (BTS). SDR makes this reconfiguration easy. In the
context of 4G systems, SDR will become an enabler for the aggregation of multi-
standard pico/micro cells. For a manufacturer, this can be a powerful aid to providing
multi-standard, multi-band equipment with reduced development effort and costs
through simultaneous multi-channel processing.

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 Fig 4 : An Ideal Software Radio Receiver

3-MULTIPLE-INPUT MULTIPLE – OUTPUT:

MIMO uses signal multiplexing between multiple transmitting antennas space

multiplex) and time or frequency. It is well suited to OFDM, as it is possible to process
independent time symbols as soon as the OFDM waveform is correctly designed for
the channel. This aspect of OFDM greatly simplifies processing. The signal transmitted
by M antennas is received by N antennas. Processing of the received signals may
deliver several performance improvements range, quality of received signal and
spectrum efficiency. In principle, MIMO is more efficient when many multiple path
signals are received. The performance in cellular deployments is still subject to
research and simulations. However, it is generally admitted that the gain in spectrum
efficiency is directly related to the minimum number of antennas in the link.

4-HANDOVER AND MOBILITY:

Handover technologies based on mobile IP technology have been considered for

data and voice. Mobile IP techniques are slow but can be accelerated with classical
methods (hierarchical, fast mobile IP). These methods are applicable to data and
probably also voice. In single-frequency networks, it is necessary to reconsider the
handover methods. Several techniques can be used when the carrier to interference
ratio is negative (e.g. Variable Spreading Factor Orthogonal Frequency and code
Division Multiplexing (VSFOFDM), bit repetition but the drawback of these techniques
is capacity. In OFDM, the same alternative exists as in CDMA, which is to use macro-
diversity. In the case of OFDM, MIMO allows macro-diversity processing with

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performance gains. However, the implementation of macro-diversity implies that
MIMO processing is centralized and transmissions are synchronous. This is not as
complex as in CDMA, but such a technique should only be used in situations where
spectrum is very scarce.

3.3. Security:
Security is a major issue in today’s convergence communication world what
securities does 4G provide to us they are as follows:
A….The heterogeneity of wireless networks complicates the security issue.
B….Dynamic reconfigurable, adaptive, and lightweight security mechanisms
should be developed.
C….Security in wireless networks mainly involves authentication, confidentiality
integrity and authorization for the access of network connectivity and QoS
(Quality of service ) resources for the mobile nodes flow.

D….AAA (Authentication Authorization Auditing) protocols provide a framework

for such suffered especially for control plane functions and installing security
policies in the mobile node such as encryption, decryption and filtering.

3.4. Benefits:
Benefits for Operators:
Higher bandwidth.
Lower cost of networks and equipment.
The use of license exempt spectrum.
Higher capacity and QoS enhancement.
Higher revenue.
Benefits for Users:
Access to broadband multimedia services with lower cost and
where mostly needed.
Inter network roaming.

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3.5. Application:
VIRTUAL PRESENCE: This means that 4G provides user services at all
times, even if the user is off-site.
VIRTUAL NAVIGATION: 4G provides users with virtual navigation through
which a user can access a database of the streets, buildings etc .
TELE-GEOPROCESSING APPLICATIONS: This is a combination of GIS
(Geographical Information System) and GPS (Global Positioning System) in which
a user can get the location by querying.
TELE-MEDICINE AND EDUCATION: 4G will support remote health
monitoring of patients. for people who are interested in lifelong education,
4G provides a good opportunity.

CRISIS MANAGEMENT: Natural disasters can cause breakdown in

communication systems. In today's world it might take days or 7 weeks to restore
the system. But in 4G it is expected to restore such crisis issues in a few hours.

3.6. Multimedia-Video Services:

4G wireless systems are expected to deliver efficient multimedia services at very
high data rates.

Basically there are two types of video services: bursting and streaming video
services.

Streaming is performed when a user requires real-time video services, in which the
server delivers data continuously at a playback rate.

Bursting is basically file downloading using a buffer and this is done at the highest
data rate taking advantage of the whole available bandwidth.

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4. 5th Generation:
5G Technology stands for 5th Generation Mobile technology. 5G mobile technology
has changed the means to use cell phones within very high bandwidth. User never
experienced ever before such a high value technology. Nowadays mobile users have
much awareness of the cell phone (mobile) technology. The 5G technologies include all
type of advanced features which makes 5G mobile technology most powerful and in
huge demand in near future.

5G is a packet switched wireless system with wide area coverage and high throughput
and 5G wireless uses OFDM and millimeter wireless that enables frequency band of 2-
8 GHz.

5G Hardware:
- UWB Networks: higher bandwidth at low energy levels.
- Bandwidth: 4000 Mbps, which is 400 times faster than today's wireless networks.
- Smart Antennas: Switched Beam Antennas, Adaptive Array Antennas.
- Multiplexing: CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access).

5G Software:
5G will be single unified standard of different wireless networks, including wireless
LAN technologies LAN, WLAN, PAN and WWWW (world wide wireless web), unified IP
and seamless combination of broadband.

5G Features:
-5G technology offer high resolution for mobile user and large bandwidth shaping.
-The advanced billing interfaces of 5G technology makes it more attractive and
effective.
-The advanced billing interfaces of 5G technology makes it more attractive and
effective.
-The high quality services of 5G technology based on Policy to avoid error.
-5G technology offer transporter class gateway with unparalleled consistency.
-The 5G technology is providing up to 25 Mbps connectivity speed.
-The 5G technology also support virtual private network.
-The uploading and downloading speed of 5G technology touching the peak.

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5G Based on Cognitive Radio 5G Concept:

The twenty-one century is surely the “century of speed”, and achieves a high evolution
in all the possible domains, especially in communication: a very large variety of
services, software, equipment, possibilities etc. But this huge and colored offer also
brings a complicated lifestyle and waste of time for the human beings, and needs to be
integrated and achievable in a simple manner. Therefore, a new technology started to
be delineated, that will provide all the possible applications, by using only one
universal device, and interconnecting the already existing communication
infrastructures that is the fifth generation of the mobile communications
standards—5G.
Both the cognitive radio (CR) and the fifth generation of cellular wireless
standards (5G) are considered to be the future technologies: on one hand, CR offers
the possibility to significantly increase the spectrum efficiency, by smart secondary
users (CR users) using the free licensed users spectrum holes; on the other hand, the
5G implies the whole wireless world interconnection (WISDOM—Wireless Innovative
System for Dynamic Operating Mega communications concept), together with very
high data rates Quality of Service (QoS) service applications. Cognitive Radios (CRs)
integrate radio technology and networking technology to provide efficient use of radio
spectrum, a natural resource, and advanced user services. The idea of a cognitive radio
extends the concepts of a hardware radio and a software defined radio (SDR) from a
simple, single a function device to a radio that senses and reacts to its operating
environment. A Cognitive Radio incorporates multiple sources of information,
determines its current operating settings, and collaborates with other cognitive
radios in a wireless network. The promise of cognitive radios is improved use of
spectrum resources, reduced engineering and planning time, and adaptation to
current operating conditions.

4.1. Requirement for 5G:

The three fundamental requirements for building 5G wireless networks are :
• Capabilities for supporting massive capacity and massive connectivity.
• Support for an increasingly diverse set of services, application and user all with
Extremely diverging requirements for work and life.
• Flexible and efficient use of all available non-contiguous spectrum for wildly
different network deployment scenarios.

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5. Conclusion:
Nowadays, wireless technology is getting popular and important in the network and
the Internet field. In this paper, we briefly introduced the history background of 1G
to 5G, compared the differences of 3G and 4G, and illustrated how 4G may work for
more convenient and powerful in the future. There are many standards and
technologies, which are still in developing process. Therefore, no one can really sure
what the future 4G will look like and what services it will offer to people.
However, we can get the general idea about 4G from academic research; 4G is
the evolution based on 3G‟s limitations and it will fulfill the idea of WWWW,
World Wide Wireless Web, offering more services and smooth global roaming with
inexpensive cost. A new revolution of 5G technology is about to begin because 5G
technology is going to give tough competition to normal computer and laptops. There
are lots of improvements from 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G to 5G in the world of
telecommunications. The novel impending 5G technology is available in the market in
affordable rates, high peak future and much reliability than its preceding technologies.

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6. References:
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Directions Towards Fourth Generation Wireless Communication”, “ International
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1095.

[2] http://www.beyond4g.org/vision-of-5g-networks-andarchitecture.

[3] http://www.crazyengineers.com/tag/5g-network/

[4] Proceedings of the 11th IEEE International Symposium.

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[6] http://www.differencebetween.com/difference-between-4gand-5g-networks.

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