Communication outdoor base station network

Why are base stations important in cellular communication?

Base stations are important in the cellular communication as it facilitate seamless communication between mobile devices and the network communication. The demand for efficient data transmission are increased as we are advancing towards new technologies such as 5G and other data intensive applications.

What is a base station antenna?

The base station antennas transmit and receive RF (radio frequency) signals, or radio waves, to and from mobile phones near the base station. Without these radio waves, mobile communications would not be possible. Radio waves have been used for communication for more than 100 years. Radio and television broadcasting are well-known examples of this.

What is a base station?

Network Coverage: Base stations cover a given part of the earth. Various base stations are set up in such a way that forms a network to encompass all areas of the city, region or even an entire country.

What are the components of a base station?

The base station will have one or more RF antennas installed to transmit and receive RF signals from other devices. The block diagram of a base station typically includes the following key components: Baseband Processor: The baseband processor too deals with different communication protocols and interfaces with mobile network infrastructure.