Channel assignment algorithms with capture effects in cellular digital packet data

Performance evaluation of channel assignment algorithms with capture effects in cellular digital packet data (CDPD) networks is presented. Comparisons are made for two criteria namely, data throughput and average delay. The performance of the proposed algorithm is compared with dedicated and frequency hopping channel assignments without capture effects. A simulation program is used to analyze the proposed algorithm and the results are reported for different burst size and data traffic densities. Recommendations are made based on the merits of the algorithm.