{"title":"Unequal error protection for impulsive noise channels in power line communications","authors":"Osama Mostafa, Karim G. Seddik, A. Elezabi","doi":"10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476288","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476288","url":null,"abstract":"Communication over power lines has many application areas including smart grids, where data with different QoS may be transmitted. Power lines suffer from impulsive noise. In this paper, we present a study of power line communications with two and four priority levels of data using hierarchical QAM modulation and space-time block coding in impulsive noise with Bernoulli and Poisson arrivals. Hence, we achieve UEP on both of bit and symbol levels. Approximate closed-form expressions for the error probability are obtained for each priority level for both single carrier and OFDM in SISO and MIMO systems. The simplified expressions are used in a bit loading algorithm to provide UEP for the frequency-selective PLC channel. We conclude that single carrier modulation is preferable in the low SNR regime and OFDM is preferable at the high SNR regime. Finally, we describe three different MIMO architectures for use in PLC systems to allow more control on UEP levels.","PeriodicalId":216807,"journal":{"name":"2016 International Symposium on Power Line Communications and its Applications (ISPLC)","volume":"65 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127622768","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhancing transmission efficiency of broadband PLC systems with In-Band Full Duplexing","authors":"G. Prasad, L. Lampe, S. Shekhar","doi":"10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476258","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476258","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper, we investigate the feasibility of In-Band Full-Duplexing (IBFD) for Broadband Power Line Communication (BB-PLC) systems, to potentially double the throughput and spectral efficiency. IBFD accomplishes this through simultaneous bidirectional communication over the same powerline in the same frequency band, by applying echo cancellation (EC) to suppress the interference caused by the self-transmitted signal. In light of various EC schemes employed in Digital Subscriber Lines, Ethernet, co-axial cables and recently in wireless systems, we investigate the specific requirements and constraints in BB-PLC, and present solutions for an effective IBFD implementation for such systems. We then use our simulated EC gain values to examine the overall data rate gains obtained by IBFD under different channel attenuations and PLC noise conditions, to determine if we truly obtain a 100% increase in throughput at all conditions.","PeriodicalId":216807,"journal":{"name":"2016 International Symposium on Power Line Communications and its Applications (ISPLC)","volume":"42 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125086848","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Performance of LDPC coded modulations in Power Line Communications","authors":"Carlo Tripodi, G. Ferrari, R. Pighi, R. Raheli","doi":"10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476294","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476294","url":null,"abstract":"We discuss the performance of different coding schemes based on the use of short LDPC codes, which are suitable for the application in Power Line Communications (PLC) systems, where low latency and high spectral efficiency is requested. We identify the class of LDPC codes appropriate for this purpose in the codes used in IEEE 802.16e standard (WiMAX). We then propose different coding schemes and conduct a performance analysis in terms of their capability of achieving the capacity in an Additive White Gaussian Noise (AWGN) channel, while keeping low the overall latency of the encoding/decoding process. We also consider the presence of bursty impulse noise, in order to investigate a typical PLC scenario. The analysis proves that WiMAX standard LDPC codes, used with proper coding schemes, achieve competitive trade-off between spectral and energy efficiency, maintaining the compatibility with the considered latency constraint.","PeriodicalId":216807,"journal":{"name":"2016 International Symposium on Power Line Communications and its Applications (ISPLC)","volume":"75 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"130147196","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"In Band Full Duplex PLC: The role of the hybrid coupler","authors":"Federico Passerini, A. Tonello","doi":"10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476291","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476291","url":null,"abstract":"In Band Full Duplexing (IBFD) has recently become attractive for power line communications (PLC). In this paper we analyze the role of the first stage of a PLC-IBFD modem: the hybrid coupler. An analytical analysis of its influence on the signal transfer function is performed and some simulations using a measurement database are also included. Possible hardware implementation of a PLC hybrid coupler are finally discussed.","PeriodicalId":216807,"journal":{"name":"2016 International Symposium on Power Line Communications and its Applications (ISPLC)","volume":"32 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"133375333","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Intraflow network coding on the data link layer for broadband PLC","authors":"I. Tsokalo, R. Lehnert, F. Fitzek","doi":"10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476285","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476285","url":null,"abstract":"This paper carries out a performance evaluation of network coding (NC) for power line communication (PLC) systems based on simulation and theoretical results. NC is deployed at the data link layer (DLL) where it could potentially improve the routing protocol, the MAC scheduler and the ARQ mechanisms. In this paper we focus solely on the combination of NC and ARQ mechanisms. Nevertheless, based on the G.hn standard, we are able to achieve a significant improvement in data rate and latency. We show the optimal setup of NC parameters like generation and symbol size to achieve the best performance of the ARQ mechanism in PLC systems.","PeriodicalId":216807,"journal":{"name":"2016 International Symposium on Power Line Communications and its Applications (ISPLC)","volume":"13 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"116185390","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Modeling of the power-line channel in automotive Li-ion batteries with Rogowski coils as coupling elements","authors":"O. Opalko, Damian Alonso, K. Dostert","doi":"10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476265","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476265","url":null,"abstract":"A model of the transmission channel is essential for designing a power-line communication (PLC) system for a lithium-ion battery pack in electric and hybrid vehicles. Currently, measurements of lithium-ion batteries have to be performed by specially trained staff in safety chambers, because they might cause severe safety problems. A simulation model of the battery would therefore highly facilitate the analysis of different battery packs. Our approach is to extend an existing circuit-based model of the power-line channel with a 3-D electromagnetic (EM) model. The 3-D EM model is well capable of describing the inner environment of the battery pack as well as PLC coupling elements, which is necessary because power lines can also act as antennas. On the other hand, a fully detailed 3-D EM model cannot be simulated within a reasonable period of time. This article gives essential insights into future PLC systems for battery packs in order to ensure safe usage of electric and hybrid cars for the user and the environment.","PeriodicalId":216807,"journal":{"name":"2016 International Symposium on Power Line Communications and its Applications (ISPLC)","volume":"1 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129068925","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Propagation characteristics of a DC biased line for hydraulic-crane PLC","authors":"S. Tsuzuki, Y. Yamada","doi":"10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476264","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476264","url":null,"abstract":"In recent years, mobile cranes have been larger, and enhancements of various safety devices and assist functions have also been demanded. In this paper, an over-winding detection circuit, which has been used commonly in hydraulic cranes, has been proposed to used as a PLC channel to realize a high speed network infrastructure between cab and boom-tip. The throughput performances of two types of cranes, truck-mounted crane and rough terrain crane, were measured by using HD-PLC adapters. It was shown that the best throughput value of 70Mbps was achieved when the proposing system of voltage-drive at the cab and current-reception at the tip was used. From the viewpoint of the transfer function and line impedance properties, the measured throughput performances have been evaluated.","PeriodicalId":216807,"journal":{"name":"2016 International Symposium on Power Line Communications and its Applications (ISPLC)","volume":"49 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"129112168","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
A. D. Beer, F. Igboamalu, A. Sheri, H. Ferreira, A. Vinck
{"title":"Contactless Power Line Communications at 2.45GHz","authors":"A. D. Beer, F. Igboamalu, A. Sheri, H. Ferreira, A. Vinck","doi":"10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476273","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476273","url":null,"abstract":"In this paper it is shown how a power line can be used to conductively carry and re-radiate 2.45GHz Wi-Fi signals over a distance. This can be useful when a conventional RF links' line-of-sight operation at 2.45GHz is obscured for example in multiple story buildings where Wi-Fi has difficulty penetrating. Commercial Wi-Fi modems were used to transfer data on a power line for up to 65m (non-energised) and up to 20m in a typical industrial energised situation. One modem was coupled to the power line, the line used as a travelling wave antenna and the second modem used in normal RF mode. This was compared to a direct RF link - where both modems were used in RF mode. Although a RF link performs better at long distances, with line of sight or few obstacles, the contactless power line configuration compared well in performance for a distance of up to 40m.","PeriodicalId":216807,"journal":{"name":"2016 International Symposium on Power Line Communications and its Applications (ISPLC)","volume":"15 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"125726870","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Analysis and modeling of impact of household loads on Broadband PLC performance","authors":"H. Bouassam, M. Rifi, V. Degardin","doi":"10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476287","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1109/ISPLC.2016.7476287","url":null,"abstract":"In-home Power Line Communication (PLC) enables new and highly convenient networking functions without any additional cables to mains-powered devices. The development of PLC systems for internet, voice, and data services requires the knowledge of the channel in terms of attenuation, phase and noise. To characterize the channel propagation, channel transfer function can be measured or modelled. In this paper we propose a comparison between measurements and simulation results obtained with a deterministic propagation channel model, simulating in-home power network. The impedance of realistic households loads are also modelled and their impact on the transfer function of PLC channel and the communication capacity is analysed. The coherence bandwidth and the delay spread are calculated from simulation results of the various transfer functions.","PeriodicalId":216807,"journal":{"name":"2016 International Symposium on Power Line Communications and its Applications (ISPLC)","volume":"18 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2016-03-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"127751643","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}