PLC-RF hybrid communication systems, model and simulation

Abstract

This paper is motivated by the evolution of PLC systems to new hybrid systems combining PLC and RF. In order to achieve a good performance and optimization of the system, the development of a simulator that allows debugging it is crucial. A fundamental part of this evolution is the modelling of the RF channel adapted to the MAC level simulators we are using. This paper presents an introduction to this evolution of PLC systems to new hybrid systems and the results of RF channel field measurements along with models of signal propagation and FER based on them.