Synchronization and matched filtering in time-frequency using the sunflower spiral

C. Willem Korevaar, André B.J. Kokkeler, Pieter Tjerk de Boer, Gerard J.M. Smit

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Abstract

Synchronization and matched filtering of signals in time dispersive, frequency dispersive and time-frequency dispersive channels are addressed in this paper. The 'eigenfunctions' of these channels form the signal sets under investigation. While using channel-eigenfunctions is a first requirement for undistorted data transmission, a second necessity is to achieve good synchronization over the domains of time and frequency. The synchronization problem in time-frequency for non-stationary signals is discussed. A spiral correlation method is proposed to achieve synchronization and matched filtering in time-frequency. Spiral correlation, using the pattern of a sunflower, is simulated and evaluated. It is argued that partial spiral correlation can lead to a significant reduction in computational complexity necessary for synchronization. Generalizations and identities based on the fractional Fourier transform are provided which omit the need for fractional delay filters.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2012 IEEE Global Communications Conference, GLOBECOM 2012
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Pages3959-3964
Number of pages6
ISBN (Print)978-1-4673-0921-9
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 22 Apr 2013
Externally publishedYes
Event2012 IEEE Global Communications Conference (GLOBECOM 2012) - Anaheim, United States
Duration: 3 Dec 20127 Dec 2012

Conference

Conference2012 IEEE Global Communications Conference (GLOBECOM 2012)
Abbreviated titleGLOBECOM 2012
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityAnaheim
Period3/12/127/12/12

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