Computation of the free distance and low weight distribution of turbo codes with convolutional interleavers

Sina Vafi, Tadeusz Wysocki

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Abstract

This paper presents an algorithm for computation of the free distance parameter of turbo codes with a convolutional interleaver implemented to act as a block interleaver. Based on the properties of the interleaver and the algorithm applied, we can also determine the other low weights of turbo codes and this is useful in determining the performance of the error floor of turbo codes. For different turbo code structures, the relevant parameters have been computed. The error rate simulations confirm the algorithm results.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages1356-1359
Number of pages4
StatePublished - 2004
Externally publishedYes
Event2004 IEEE 15th International Symposium on Personal, Indoor and Mobile Radio Communications, PIMRC 2004 - Barcelona, Spain
Duration: Sep 5 2004Sep 8 2004

Other

Other2004 IEEE 15th International Symposium on Personal, Indoor and Mobile Radio Communications, PIMRC 2004
Country/TerritorySpain
CityBarcelona
Period9/5/049/8/04

Keywords

  • Convolutional interleaver
  • Free distance
  • Low weight distribution
  • Turbo codes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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