Propagation into buildings: Theory vs. measurements

Theory of normal mode propagation in a LOS street scenario is extended to include propagation into buildings through coupling to a diffuse indoor field. Resulting signal strength predictions show close agreement with measurements, 4.2 dB rms errors in an outdoor-indoor scenario. The model allows prediction of actual signal directions, important for evaluating performance of directional antennas.

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