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Abstract

This paper describes the ramifications in the capacity of Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) wireless links when the antenna systems involved are mischaracterized and contain phase errors. Errors in simulated as well as measured radiation patterns are considered. Also, simple deterministic Line of Sight and stochastic propagation environments are examined. The analyses are carried out on a 2×2 MIMO system. Results show that the resultant error in capacity depends on the degree of the phase error between the antenna ports, the type of propagation environment, as well as the degree of the illumination Signal to Noise Ratio (i-SNR).

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Dr. Chengyi Chu

Dr. Nicholas E. Buris