Analysis of Selective-Decode and Forward Relaying Protocol over κ-μ Fading Channel Distribution

In this work, the performance of selective-decode and forward (S-DF) relay systems over κ-p fading channel conditions is examined in terms of probability density function (PDF), system model and cumulative distribution function (CDF) of the κ-p distributed envelope, signal-to-noise ratio and the techniques used to generate samples that rely on κ-p distribution. Specifically, we consider a case where the sourceto-relay, relay-to-destination and source-to-destination link is subject to independent and identically distributed κ-p fading. From the simulation results, the enhancement in the symbol error rate (SER) with a stronger line of sight (LOS) component is observed. This shows that S-DF relaying systems may perform well even in non-fading or LOS conditions. Monte Carlo simulations are conducted for various fading parameter values and the outcomes turn out to be a close match for theoretical results, which validates the derivations made.