Machine learning-enhanced self-localization for NB-IoT networks in indoor environment
摘要
In this study, an advanced self-localization system has been developed specifically for NB-IoT networks in indoor environments, employing a low-complexity machine learning approach. To accurately estimate the positions of unknown nodes, a Random Forest model is utilized based on received signal strength indicator (RSSI) measurements from anchor nodes. The system leverages the unique characteristics of NB-IoT signals, such as signal repetitions, to improve localization accuracy while maintaining low computational complexity. A path loss model aligned with the fifth-generation (5 G) millimeter-wave (mmWave) standard is incorporated to ensure robustness and precision in localization. Extensive simulations have validated the method’s accuracy, with performance evaluated across diverse system and channel conditions. Results indicate that the proposed model consistently surpasses conventional techniques, achieving an average positioning error of less than 0.4 ms. This innovative approach offers considerable potential for enhancing localization capabilities in NB-IoT networks, providing a cost-effective and infrastructure-independent solution for indoor positioning applications.