Radio Protocols for LTE and LTE-Advanced

Giving readers a valuable understanding of the latest developments in LTE (Long-Term Evolution), this book covers LTE Layer 2/3 radio protocols as well as new features including LTE-Advanced. The authors systematically explain the design principles and functions of LTE radio protocols developed in 3GPP standards. The book also provides essential knowledge on the interaction between mobile networks and mobile handsets.

• Among the first publications based on 3GPP R10 specifications, which introduces LTE-Advanced
• Beginning with an overview of LTE, topics covered include
  • Radio protocols: Idle Mode Procedure, RRC, PDCP, RLC, and MAC
  • New features: VoLTE, HeNB, PWS, MBMS, CA, Relay, MDT, eICIC, and MTC

• Enhances and complements the material in standards publications, presenting LTE radio interface protocol layers in a readable manner
• Written by an expert author team who have worked directly on the 3GPP standards

The book is ideal for engineers in mobile industry, working in areas such as service and deployment, mobile handsets, network equipment, and protocol testing. Students can also use the text to learn the theory of the most extensively used mobile radio interface today and how it is put into practice. Product managers and strategic planners in mobile industries, as well as telecommunications regulators, can use this book to get a deep understanding of the technology.

SeungJune Yi, LG Electronics, South Korea

SungDuck Chun, LG Electronics, South Korea

YoungDae Lee, LG Electronics, South Korea

SungJun Park, LG Electronics, South Korea

SungHoon Jung, LG Electronics, South Korea