Extending LTE to unlicensed band - Merit and coexistence

Innovations enabling efficient spectrum utilization is a key element to optimize user experience with growing data demand. This paper discusses the approach of extending enhancements in cellular technology like LTE to unlicensed band for higher spectral efficiency and better user experience. A key challenge for such extension is the coexistence with legacy technology such as Wi-Fi. The description herein highlights techniques for effective coexistence. The results include evaluation and lab data that demonstrate how the technology provide benefit to surrounding Wi-Fi deployment and contribute towards enhancing spectral efficiency of the unlicensed band.