Multi-Cell Coordinated Scheduling and MIMO in LTE

This paper provides an overview of multi-cell coordinated scheduling and multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) techniques in LTE. We first discuss single-user MIMO (SU-MIMO) and multi-user MIMO (MU-MIMO) for LTE and identify potential techniques for further improving the performance of LTE, such as enhanced channel state information feedback and adaptive switching between SU-MIMO and MU-MIMO. Then, we address inter-cell interference mitigation techniques for downlink and uplink, respectively. Finally, potential research challenges and topics in the area are discussed.

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