LTE/LTE-A (4G) Network Planning

Atoll's LTE/LTE-A module supports advanced features for high-capacity and high-performance 4G networks:

  • Support for FD/TD-LTE: Includes support for all standard LTE bands, duplexing methods, and carrier aggregation.
  • Advanced Antenna Modelling: Includes MIMO (SU/MU), FD-MIMO, and 3D beamforming for enhanced throughput.
  • Traffic & QoS Simulation: Based on QCIs, UE categories, and service definitions.
  • Automated PCI/PRACH Planning: Incorporates constraints like SSS, PSS, RS, and UL-DMRS collisions.
  • Inter-technology Planning: Seamless integration with 2G/3G/5G layers using shared site and antenna databases.
  • Live Data Alignment: Imports UE/cell traces and MDT data to refine predictions and improve network optimisation.


5G NR (NSA/SA) Network Planning

Atoll 5G NR module provides full-featured planning for 5G deployments in both Non-Standalone (NSA) and Standalone (SA) configurations:

  • Multi-Frequency & Numerology Support: Models sub-6GHz and mmWave bands, with numerologies from 15kHz to 240kHz.
  • NSA/SA Support: Models LTE anchoring, dual connectivity, DSS, and dynamic TDD/FDD configurations.
  • Massive MIMO & Beamforming: Models SU-/MU-MIMO, active antennas, and 3D beam pattern behaviour.
  • Service Area Simulation: Supports Monte Carlo simulations of beam acquisition, DL/UL throughput, PCI conflicts, and interference.
  • Advanced Traffic Modelling: Includes mobile broadband, fixed wireless access (FWA), and IoT services.
  • Integrated ACP/AFP: Enables automatic optimisation of cell locations and frequency parameters.


Live Network Synchronisation: Uses real-world KPIs to identify high-traffic areas and steer coverage planning.