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On Indoor Localization Using WiFi, BLE, UWB, and IMU Technologies.

Samuel G Leitch¹, Qasim Zeeshan Ahmed¹, Waqas Bin Abbas²

¹Department of Computing and Engineering, University of Huddersfield, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, UK.

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Summary

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This study reviews key indoor localization technologies like Wi-Fi, UWB, BLE, and IMU, crucial for 6G communications. It analyzes their techniques, errors, and limitations to guide future research in indoor positioning systems.

Keywords:

6G BLE IMU PDR UWB data fusion indoor localization wi-fi

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Area of Science:

Communications Engineering
Signal Processing
Sensor Technology

Background:

Indoor localization is a critical research area and a primary objective for Sixth Generation (6G) communications.
Significant challenges exist in indoor localization, including complex wireless propagation, dynamic environments, and non-line-of-sight conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and compare major technologies for indoor localization systems.
To categorize technologies based on techniques, errors, and performance metrics.
To identify limitations for future research in indoor positioning.

Main Methods:

Review of Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi), Ultra-Wide Bandwidth Radio (UWB), Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), and Inertial Measurement Units (IMU).
Inclusion of Data Fusion (DF) and Machine Learning (ML) techniques.
Categorization based on employed techniques, localization errors, and performance metrics.

Main Results:

Comparison of Wi-Fi, UWB, BLE, and IMU based on specific performance metrics.
Identification of associated errors for each localization technology.
Analysis of the role of Data Fusion and Machine Learning in Indoor Positioning Systems (IPS).

Conclusions:

The paper provides a comprehensive overview of current indoor localization technologies.
Limitations of existing techniques are highlighted to inform future advancements.
The review aims to facilitate the development of more robust and accurate indoor positioning systems.