Microwave Link Budget Design and 5G Technology Evaluation Report

This report presents a comprehensive analysis of microwave link budget design and 5G technology. Task 1 involves calculating the Receive Signal Level (RSL) in a microwave communication system using provided parameters, including transmitter power, antenna gains, branching losses, and free space loss, along with a discussion on the role of passive repeaters in overcoming line-of-sight issues and reducing maintenance costs. Task 2 provides an overview of 5G technology, detailing its expected performance metrics, including data rates, latency, and connection density. The report explores the various technologies enabling 5G, such as millimeter-wave communications, new waveforms, and massive MIMO, as well as potential use cases like enhanced mobile broadband and the Internet of Things (IoT). It also highlights the challenges and limitations of 5G, including frequency band complexities, data volume growth, and security concerns, before concluding with a summary of 5G's revolutionary potential and its impact on society. The report references various sources to support its findings.