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First Responders: In-building Communications and Localization Technologies and MarketsNEW YORK, March 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Research Methodology Indoor wireless communications environments usually do not allow using traditional PSC (Public Safety Communications) networking based on TETRA, P25 or LTE. Building materials attenuate signals and this makes communications unreadable. Localization based on GPS techniques is becoming also questionable due to weak satellite signals inside of a construction. All these factors make it necessary to develop special methods to extend outdoor communications channels inside of enclosures. Two such methods are analyzed in this report; and they are based on utilization: -Small Cells -DAS – Distributed Antenna Systems. Small Cells base stations are small in size, lightweight and designed to serve up to several tens of users. They may be conveniently spread throughout a building, covering each corridor, hall, corners and so on. The technology relatively recently became commercialized and brought multiple benefits to users. DAS is used for in-building signals distributions for at least twenty years. The report concentrates on advances in this technology, its specifics and issues. Standard organizations activities, the in-depth market analysis and survey of the industry are also studied in this report. There are multiple methods suggested for in-building localization of first responders as well as other people or objects in the operational area. They are based on utilization of sensors, RF signatures in a building, amplification of GPS signals and other. The report concentrates on commercialized methods, and provides details of their advantages and issues. The report also addresses marketing aspects of in-building localization. The report is written for a wide audience of technical and managerial staff involved in the development of reliable PSC and localization inside buildings or similar enclosures. Read the full report: http://www.reportlinker.com/p02682231-summary/view-report.html About Reportlinker ReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution that finds, filters and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place. http://www.reportlinker.com __________________________ To view the original version on PR Newswire, visit:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/first-responders-in-building-communications-and-localization-technologies-and-markets-300046483.html SOURCE Reportlinker |