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Research on the Random Access Process of MAC Layer in LTE

Hu Jing Li Guanglin
(Xi'an Engineering College of CAPF)
Abstract: The random access of LTE system is the access process before UE starting communications with eNode B, and
the critical link to ensure the build-up of communications. In order to stand out the position and role of random access process in
LTE system, the paper surveys the classification, and the functions and procedure of random access process in MAC layer and
PHY, especially discusses the flow of random access process in MAC layer. It is concluded that only the step of flow is pure
PHY, which establishes a good basis for the further and deep research on random access process.
Key words: LTE radio interface protocol; MAC layer protocol; random access process; random access scene
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