Tropospheric Ducting- Implications for 5G and LTE Network Performance and Optimization
Author(s):
Pratik Jangale
Tropospheric ducting is a phenomenon where radio waves are refracted within atmospheric ducts caused by temperature inversions and humidity gradients. While this effect is well-understood in traditional radio communications, its implications for modern wireless networks, particularly 5G and LTE, are significant. This paper explores the mechanism of tropo ducting, its impacts on signal propagation and network performance, and how operators can optimize LTE and 5G networks to mitigate these effects. Real-time monitoring, adaptive beamforming, machine learning, and frequency band selection are discussed as optimization strategies for enhancing reliability and quality of service.
