LTE Link Simulation - Comprehensive Uplink and Downlink Level Simulation for LTE Systems

LTE Link Simulation is a methodology for conducting comprehensive uplink and downlink level simulations for LTE systems. This approach implements key physical layer components including channel coding (Turbo codes), modulation schemes (QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM), MIMO processing, and OFDMA/SC-FDMA waveform generation. Through LTE Link Simulation, engineers can evaluate and optimize the link performance of LTE systems by implementing customizable channel models (AWGN, Rayleigh, EPA/EVA/ETU), power control algorithms, and hybrid ARQ mechanisms. The simulation framework allows researchers to model various network topologies, channel characteristics, and transmission schemes, enabling detailed study of LTE system performance under different parameter configurations. Key implemented features include link adaptation algorithms, reference signal processing, and synchronization procedures that help analyze system behavior under diverse conditions. Ultimately, LTE Link Simulation serves as a powerful tool for understanding and improving LTE network performance through code-based implementation of 3GPP-standardized procedures.