i-manager's Journal on Communication Engineering and Systems (JCS)


Volume 13 Issue 1 January - June 2024

Research Paper

Ultra-Wide Band Radar and its Applications

Abhishek Khowala*
Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering, Telangana, India.
Khowala, A. (2024). Ultra-Wide Band Radar and its Applications. i-manager’s Journal on Communication Engineering and Systems, 13(1), 1-15. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcs.13.1.20384

Abstract

This paper uses MATLAB software to demonstrate the performance of UWBSAR and conducts a comparative study with data obtained from conventional radar. It compares various antennas that support UWB, such as Vivaldi, MIMO, and monopole antennas, analyzed using SIMULINK. The paper discusses the design of UWBSAR to provide a comprehensive analytical picture of the processed images. The focus is on frequency domain analysis in general and the Range Migration Algorithm (RMA) in particular. The data obtained after signal processing is recorded to estimate the crossrange resolution, which is then compared with conventional SAR. The cross-range resolution estimated using UWBSAR is found to be lower than that of conventional radar, proving that UWBSAR is a better alternative for obtaining sharper images in short-range applications. High-quality images are reconstructed using a combination of UWB radar, SAR processing, and proposed algorithms to improve image quality. The investigation includes positive image generation to enhance sharpness and near-field imaging procedures. This paper also describes Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and its application in operating at low frequencies to detect obscured targets beneath foliage. While it has obvious military applications, it also has civilian uses, such as in geophysical studies and weather forecasting. Several applications have been identified for both military and civilian environments.

Review Paper

Voice over Internet Protocol Codec Performance in Interactive Streaming Environment

Maheswari K.* , Balamurugan A.**
* Department of Computer Science, K. R. College of Arts and Science, Kovilpatti, Tamil Nadu, India.
** Department of Physics, Government Arts and Science College, Tirupur, Tamil Nadu, India.
Maheswari, K. and Balamurugan, A. (2024). Voice Over Internet Protocol Codec Performance in Interactive Streaming Environment. i-manager’s Journal on Communication Engineering and Systems, 13(1), 16-21. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcs.13.1.20435

Abstract

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is an interactive telecommunication technology that suggests shared, cooperative, and quality transactions in the form of communications over the internet. VoIP normally differs from traditional and conventional circuit-based networks in the form of a low rate because all the communication takes place through the internet. The user has to pay only for an internet connection. Real-time voice data transmission is very difficult when compared with ordinary text data transmission. A main challenge in telecom engineering is maintaining quality. The VoIP transmission faces a lot of inconvenience. It suffers from packet loss, low quality, jitter, delay, and on-time delivery. These parameters influence and degrade performance. The codec plays a major role in VoIP transmission. This paper reports on the fundamental functionalities of VoIP, including coder and decoder operations for quality output, broadcast technology, VoIP connection setups, advantages, applications, and emerging trends in VoIP. The performance of various codecs was analyzed to identify the most suitable codec for voice transmission.

Research Paper

Design and Simulation of Phased Array Antenna 5G Applications

Ujwal Bharadwaj* , Chethan B. R.**, Sharanya S. P.***, Suraj S.****, Sachita M.*****
*-***** P. E. S. Institute of Technology and Management, Shivamogga, Karnataka, India.
Bharadwaj, U., Chethan, B. R., Sharanya, S. P., Suraj, S. and Sachita, M. (2024). Design and Simulation of Phased Array Antenna 5G Applications. i-manager’s Journal on Communication Engineering and Systems, 13(1), 22-29. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcs.13.1.20440

Abstract

Modern mobile communication faces challenges due to the limited frequency spectrum, driving the need for antennas that are simple, low-profile, and robust. Microstrip patch antennas and arrays are ideal choices due to their size, cost, and performance advantages. Polarization is crucial, especially in mobile and space communications, where antenna misalignment requires constant reorientation. Rectangular microstrip patch antennas can help mitigate signal loss and multipath effects in such scenarios. Phased array subsystems are becoming essential in next-generation mobile communication for their ability to electronically steer antenna beams without physical movement. Previous methods for rectangular microstrip patch radiation using orthogonal modes with a 90° time-phase difference resulted in poor axial ratio, gain, and return loss. These methods also used complex dual-feed excitation with an external 90° power divider and external phase shifters for beam steering. This paper proposes a simpler approach using a corner trimming technique for radiation and progressive phase excitations at source ports for phased arrays. The design and optimization for 26 GHz operation are achieved using simulation-based modeling software, ANSYS HFSS, on substrates like FR4 epoxy and Rogers RT or Duroid 5880. This paper includes the design and simulation of rectangular microstrip patches and 1x2 and 1x4 linear phased arrays to operate at 26 Ghz.

Research Paper

A Study on Energy Consumption and Impact on Network Lifetime using ANODR and DYMO Routing Protocol in MANETs using QualNet Simulator

Uppe Nanaji*
Avanthi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Nanaji, U. (2024). A Study on Energy Consumption and Impact on Network Lifetime using ANODR and DYMO Routing Protocol in MANETs using QualNet Simulator. i-manager’s Journal on Communication Engineering and Systems, 13(1), 30-37. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcs.13.1.20854

Abstract

This study examines energy consumption and the impact on network lifetime using ANODR and DYMO routing protocols in MANETs with the QualNet simulator. Both ANODR and DYMO are designed for MANETs but employ different approaches for establishing and maintaining routes among mobile nodes. ANODR adapts routing decisions based on neighborhood information, while DYMO operates on-demand, establishing routes only when necessary. To investigate energy consumption and network lifetime, simulations or experiments should be conducted to compare the performance of these protocols under various scenarios. Analyzing these QoS metrics provides insights into the energy efficiency and impact on network lifetime of ANODR and DYMO in MANETs.

Review Paper

A Review on Evolution, Expectations and Key Enabling Techniques of 5G

Damninder Singh* , Jatinder Pal Singh**
*-** IK Gujral Punjab Technical University, Punjab, India.
Singh, D., and Singh, J. P. (2024). A Review on Evolution, Expectations and Key Enabling Techniques of 5G. i-manager’s Journal on Communication Engineering and Systems, 13(1), 38-48. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcs.13.1.20859

Abstract

For the transmission of data at high speed, the requirement of using a larger bandwidth increases due to the rise in wireless communication technologies like smart devices, mobiles, etc. An abrupt increase in the requirement for internet data due to an increase in internet users demanded time-to-time upgrades in available techniques. A significant modernization has been done by technology in mobile and wireless communication and networking fields. Therefore, the development of mobile communication began with the First Generation (1G) and has progressed continuously to the Fifth Generation (5G). To address the weaknesses of previous generations, each successive generation has been developed with improvements. Fifth Generation (5G) is the latest technology in wireless communication cellular systems, providing the highest internet speeds to everyone, anywhere, anytime. 5G has attracted many global researchers, universities, and research institutes to invent new techniques for enhancement in channel capacity and spectrum utilization of communication systems. This paper describes the evolution of cellular networks, expectations from 5G, the challenges and advantages of 5G, and the techniques on which 5G relies.