From Fingerprinting to Advanced Machine Learning: A Systematic Review of Wi-Fi and BLE-Based Indoor Positioning Systems

  • 0Department of Computer Science, ETSE, University of Valencia, Avda. de la Universidad, S/N, 46100 Burjassot, Valencia, Spain.

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Summary

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This review explores Machine Learning (ML) for Indoor Positioning Systems (IPS) using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. It highlights Deep Learning (DL) advancements and identifies challenges like environmental variability for future research.

Area Of Science

  • Computer Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Ubiquitous Computing

Background

  • Indoor Positioning Systems (IPS) are crucial for smart environments, evolving from basic signal strength to advanced techniques.
  • Methods like Channel State Information (CSI), Round Trip Time (RTT), and Angle of Arrival (AoA) are increasingly integrated with Machine Learning (ML).

Purpose Of The Study

  • To systematically review Machine Learning-based Indoor Positioning Systems (IPS) utilizing IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
  • To analyze measurement techniques, ML models, and the rise of Deep Learning (DL) in IPS literature from 2020-2024.

Main Methods

  • Systematic literature review adhering to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyse (PRISMA) methodology.
  • Analysis of studies published between 2020 and 2024 focusing on ML applications in Wi-Fi and BLE-based IPS.

Main Results

  • Identified a growing trend in the application of Deep Learning (DL) approaches for indoor positioning.
  • Examined various measurement collection techniques and ML models employed in recent IPS research.
  • Highlighted persistent implementation challenges including environmental variability, device heterogeneity, and calibration requirements.

Conclusions

  • Future research should focus on expanding ML to RTT and AoA, developing hybrid multimetric systems, and creating efficient, adaptive DL models.
  • Advances in wireless standards and emerging technologies are key to enhancing the accuracy and scalability of next-generation IPS.

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