Single-channel imaging receiver for optical wireless communications

A novel and simple single-channel imaging receiver for high-speed portable wireless infrared communications is proposed. The receiver is able to aim automatically at the ceiling areas with better signal-to-noise ratio. The self-orienting capability, together with the very narrow field of view employed, drastically reduces the path loss, background noise and multipath distortion. Moreover, its single-channel structure minimizes hardware complexity in contrast to conventional angle diversity receivers. Our simulation results indicate that the proposed receiver, operating in a multispot diffusing configuration, offers significant gains in power requirements and channel bandwidth compared to angle diversity receivers.