Challenges in 5G Network Planning: Design and Optimization using Atoll

Abstract

This thesis paper consists of some 5G technology features such as 3D Beamforming, Massive MIMO, mm wave transmission usage [1]. With the introduction to a new period of time the 5G technology of mobile communication helps us to have massive scale communication by connecting innumerable devices giving new alternatives to different sectors which ensures a reliable and services with very low latency to the users. To support all these features, these 5G noteworthy features are acknowledged using a network planning software, Atoll. Atoll is a multi-technology wireless network design and optimization system that guides wireless operators through the entire network design process, from initial planning to densification and optimization. For the design and deployment of 5G networks, it supports the latest technological developments such as massive MIMO, 3D beamforming, and mm - wave propagation. This paper also contains network planning and optimization of a sample area of Uttara using Atoll. The number of base stations required for an optimal communication was observed and set accordingly