Adaptive beamforming using variable step-size LMS algorithm with novel ULA array configuration

This paper proposes a new array geometry and a variable step-size (VSS) LMS algorithm to improve adaptive beamforming in smart antenna systems. The beamformer based on the proposed array geometry coupled with the use of VSSLMS is capable of resolving signals arriving from narrowband sources propagat...

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Published in2013 15th IEEE International Conference on Communication Technology (ICCT) pp. 650 - 654
Main Authors Shubair, Raed M., Hakam, Ali
Format Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published IEEE 01.11.2013
Subjects
Adaptive arrays
Array signal processing
Arrays
beamforming
Least squares approximations
LMS
Mobile antennas
smart antenna
ULA
Vectors
VSS-LMS
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DOI10.1109/ICCT.2013.6820455

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Summary:This paper proposes a new array geometry and a variable step-size (VSS) LMS algorithm to improve adaptive beamforming in smart antenna systems. The beamformer based on the proposed array geometry coupled with the use of VSSLMS is capable of resolving signals arriving from narrowband sources propagating plane waves close to the array endfire. The proposed array configuration comprises of doubly crossed uniform linear arrays (ULAs) so that the size and computational load of the proposed array is identical to that of a 2N-element conventional ULA, while beamforming accuracy and angular resolution are higher for narrowband signals arriving at directions close to the array endfire. Performance of the VSSLMS algorithm and proposed ULA configuration is investigated with respect to the variation of a number of parameters related to the signal environment and array itself. Results of numerical simulation are used to design smart antenna systems with optimal performance.
DOI:10.1109/ICCT.2013.6820455