Table 2 NLOS reception testing configuration
Parameter | Selected value |
|---|---|
Tx-Power | 20 dBm |
Tx-DataRate | 3.0 Mbps (BPSK modulation) |
Channel | 10 MHz, number 180 (5.9 GHz center freq.) |
Packet Size | 200 Byte payload + IP/MAC/PHY headers |
Tx-TransmissionRate | 100 Hz |
Tx Dist. to ISect. Center | 0, 30, 60 m (optional also 100 m) |
Tx Street | 1-4 (street legs) + 0 (center of intersection) |
Drive Direction | Two directions per transmitter position |
Communication Box | NEC LinkBird v3 (Atheros Chipset) |
Antenna | Nippon DSRC Puck, 0°: 0 dB gain, 15°:+5 dB |
Rx Antenna Position | Roof center (optimal position, evaluated in [17]) |
Cable (Box to Antenna) | SUCOFLEX_104, 4 m, data sheet: 2.4 dB loss |
Transmitter | Tripod, 35 × 35 cm metal plate at 1.45 m height |
Receiver | BMW 5 Series GT, no sunroof |
Intersections | 4 suburban + 4 urban + free space |