Tool for automatic design and Optimisation of Large Scale WLAN

The design and deployment of Wi-Fi wireless networks is currently implemented in an ad-hoc fashion with access point installation based on “rules of thumb”. In order to design flexible in-door wireless communication systems, the development of planning software tools for automatic, site-specific design of Wi-Fi networks are required. These tools need to consider various criteria such as the optimal number of fixed access points and in particular their optimal placement based on accurate radio propagation prediction to satisfy user requirements. The optimal placement of Access Points should maximize throughput for user traffic demand, minimise the number of AP required and minimise co-channel interference.