Publications by authors named "Raffaele D'Errico"
Article Synopsis
- The paper discusses a simulation for body area networks (BAN) and body-to-body networks (BBN) using two main methods: semi-deterministic and deterministic approaches.
- The semi-deterministic method utilizes real-time measurements and statistical analysis to create realistic, time-varying conditions for signal behavior based on body movements and orientations.
- The deterministic approach focuses on enhancing IEEE 802.15.6 channel models by incorporating biomechanical modeling to address dynamic link conditions, with both methods evaluated on packet delivery, delay, and energy efficiency, finding the semi-deterministic method to be generally better.
The human body is an extremely challenging environment for the operation of wireless communications systems, not least because of the complex antenna-body electromagnetic interaction effects which can occur. This is further compounded by the impact of movement and the propagation characteristics of the local environment which all have an effect upon body centric communications channels. As the successful design of body area networks (BANs) and other types of body centric system is inextricably linked to a thorough understanding of these factors, the aim of this paper is to conduct a survey of the current state of the art in relation to propagation and channel models primarily for BANs but also considering other types of body centric communications.
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