Positioning and Location-based Analytics in 5G and Beyond [Hardcover]

Understand the future of cellular positioning with this introduction

The fifth generation (5G) of mobile network technology are revolutionizing numerous aspects of cellular communication. Location information promises to make possible a range of new location-dependent services for end users and providers alike. With the new possibilities of this location technology comes a new demand for location-based analytics, a new paradigm for generating and analyzing dynamic location data for a wide variety of purposes.

Positioning and Location-based Analytics in 5G and Beyond introduces the foundational concepts related to network localization, user positioning, and location-based analytics in the context of cutting-edge mobile networks. It includes information on current location-based technologies and their application, and guidance on the future development of location systems beyond 5G. The result is an accessible but rigorous guide to a bold new frontier in cellular technology.

Positioning and Location-based Analytics in 5G and Beyond readers will also find:

• Contributions from leading researchers and industry professionals
• High-level insights into 5G and its future evolution
• In-depth coverage of subjects such as positioning enablers, location-aware network management, reference standard architectures, and more

Positioning and Location-based Analytics in 5G and Beyond is ideal for researchers and industry professionals with an understanding of network communications and a desire to understand the future of the field.

About the Editors xii

List of Contributors xiii

Preface xiv

Acknowledgments xx

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