Frequency reuse is a technique used in cellular networks to efficiently use the limited radio spectrum available for wireless communications. By reusing the same frequency in cells that are far enough apart to avoid interference, network capacity can be significantly increased.
Key Concepts:
Cluster Size (N): The number of cells in a pattern before frequencies are reused. Common values are 3, 4, 7, and 12.
Co-channel Interference: Interference that occurs when the same frequency is used in different cells that are too close to each other.
Frequency Efficiency: The total number of cells divided by the number of unique frequencies used.
In this simulation, each color represents a different frequency. The simulation shows how different cluster sizes affect frequency reuse patterns and potential interference.