Li Fi Technology
Li Fi Technology
Li Fi Technology
https://doi.org/10.22214/ijraset.2022.47745
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Li-Fi Technology
Rajat Tanwar1, Ashi Gupta2, Dr. Manjot Kaur Bhatia3
1, 2
Student, Delhi, India
3
Professor IT, Delhi, India
Abstract: If you have multiple devices connected to your organization, use remote internet at a restaurant, or are in a gathering
looking for transmission capacity, you might be surprised by the sluggish speeds. The German physicist Harald Haas published
another innovation called "information by brightness". This means the transmission of information through LED lights, the
power of which changes faster than the natural eye can follow. According to him, this innovation relies on the performance and
functionality of photo discharge diodes. This white paper reviews the evolution and capabilities of Li-Fi-based frameworks,
including their publication and current innovations for remote organizations.
Keywords: Li-Fi, Wi-Fi, LED (Light Transmitting Diode), VLC (Visual Light Correspondence)
I. INTRODUCTION TO LI-FI
Li-Fi is a remote correspondence innovation that uses light to communicate information and position between gadgets. We as a
whole are reliant on the web straightforwardly or by implication for the satisfaction of our day-by-day necessities. We utilize the
web for an arrangement of purposes, manages among them being sharing of information. We share bunches of information in the
present situation, so a great information-sharing limit is required. Furthermore, to carry out this, he utilized fiber optics to send
information through LED lights. Light balance is not such a new idea, yet Haas is hoping to push things ahead and empower
availability through bare LED bulbs. In Li-Fi innovation, we can associate the web with the assistance of a LED shaft with a limited
reach. With this innovation, we would have the option to communicate information in any event, utilizing our vehicle headlights.
There are different organization geographies, yet new ones are arising as the organization range is expanding. Li-Fi climate Li-Fi is
another innovation that utilizes noticeable light for correspondence as opposed to radio waves utilized in different traditional
correspondence advances; it alludes to 5G Visible Light Communication frameworks.
In Li-Fi innovation, LEDs will be medium to high speed connections, similar to Wi-Fi. Sending information through lights and
other lighting devices helps distribute a lot of power. (Li-Fi) is considered a secure method of transmitting information because no
perceivable light can penetrate the partition. Assuming the LED current shifts fast, the yield can be differentiated fast. That's the Li-
Fi rule. How Li-Fi works is very simple. If Driven is on, the characters sent are electronic; if it is off, the characters sent are shifted.
By changing the rate at which the LEDs cascade, you can encode and convey specific information. Secure information transmission
can be achieved using secure message communication method proposed by Bhatia [13, 14, 15, 16, 17].
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The purpose of Li-Fi technology is to provide high-speed data communication using the visible light spectrum. Li-Fi, which is
currently under investigation, has potential advantages that can be used to complement RF communications and improve the
performance of wireless networks. Li-Fi is excellent in terms of transmission speed, but when used outdoors under conditions such
as sunlight, Li-Fi does not perform well. Li-Fi is unlikely to completely replace Wi-Fi, and the two technologies can be used
together to create more efficient and secure networks. The results of this paper can be used as reference and knowledge for the
development of Li-Fi technology.
Wu, X., Soltani, M. D., Zhou, L., Safari, M., & Haas, H. (2021) [3] proposed that growing number of mobile devices and growing
demand for Internet services are driving network convergence, which brings together different technology domains. A promising
approach for indoor wireless communication is to combine Light Fidelity (Li-Fi) and Wireless Fidelity (WiFi), especially Li-Fi and
WiFi hybrid networks (HLWNets). This hybrid network combines the high-speed data transmission of Li-Fi with the wide coverage
of WiFi. With the coming RF spectrum crisis, Li-Fi has emerged as a promising technology for in-home wireless communications in
recent years. On the other hand, WiFi is becoming more and more prevalent in our daily life.
The coexistence of Li-Fi and WiFi is facilitated by the commercial deployment of his Li-Fi products by companies such as Pure Li-
Fi and Signify. This document introduces the system design framework for HLWNets, followed by an overview of key performance
indicators and outcomes that validate the superiority of HLWNets over standalone networks. The existing research was then
categorized and analyzed on his three main technical themes: noise management, forwarding, and load balancing, with unique
challenges in supporting user mobility.
Haas, H., Yin, L., Chen, C., Videv, S., Parol, D., Poves, E [4] discussed that Li-Fi is a two-way wireless network connection using
light. Used to connect fixed and mobile devices at very high data rates using the visible and infrared spectrum. Combined, these
spectrum sources are 2600 times larger than the entire radio frequency (RF) spectrum. This work showed that future mobile systems
based on optical communication in free space can be built. Relatedly, it has been shown that to achieve this goal, the focus must
shift from the point-to-point link layer of wireless networks to lightweight free-space communications. This paper showed that using
Li-Fi in combination with Wi-Fi can significantly improve data density. In fact, Li-Fi is enabling incremental improvements in cell
density and radical reuse of data transmission.
Kouhini, S. M., Kottke, C., Ma, Z., Freund, R., Jungnickel, V., Müller, M., & Linnartz [5] Precise location information is seen as a
key driver for the use of intelligent manufacturing systems in Industry 4.0. This article describes
a time-of-flight-based indoor navigation system for Li-Fi based on ITU-T Recommendation G.9991. Our goal is to achieve
positioning by reusing existing features of the Li-Fi communication protocol adopted by many publishers. In this article, the author
demonstrated an indoor location system for networked optical wireless communication called Li-Fi.
The proposed navigation system is based on time-of-flight measurements between multiple optical fronts placed on the ceiling and
mobile devices moving in overlapping coverage areas. For a 1 m × 1 m × 2 m test setup, the average 3D distance errors in the x, y,
and z axes at the edges are less than 8 cm and small between the optical front ends. Adopting this technology requires strict
synchronization between the optical interfaces of the Li-Fi infrastructure.
There is a vast literature survey on query processing on Li-Fi. This shows that it is possible to enhance the data density significantly
using Li-Fi in combination with Wi-Fi. Li-Fi allows for step-change improvements in cell densification, enabling radical reuse of
transmission resources.
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Shred gadgets are dramatically filling in numbers each year, and the prerequisite for ultra-quick information is additionally
unavoidable to help an enormous number of gadgets and applications. Our current remote advancements utilizing radio waves have
numerous restrictions because of recurrence, and data transfer capacity.
Light Fidelity is a high velocity information transmission innovation previously presented by Professor Harald Haas in 2011 during
a TED talk. Li-Fi utilizes apparent light as a transmission mode for information correspondence between gadgets.
Apparent light is an ultrafast electromagnetic wave with unlimited usable transmission capacity. While the natural eye cannot detect
the rapid exchange of light, a very sensitive photodiode can adequately detect the light adjustments associated with the indicator. In
advanced transmission frames, the information is converted to multiples of 0, corresponding to the "on" and "off" states. We focused
on the radio waves used in the traditional remote framework. Apparent light travels several times faster. Unlimited transmission
speed makes it probably the most productive solution for information-oriented applications. Li-Fi Innovation is a high-speed, full-
duplex, bi-directional capable frame capable of information rates up to 224 Gigabits per second.
The pace of exchanging LED is quicker than the rate that our eye can distinguish, making the light source appear to be on
persistently. However, it has wound up to having its potential gain, which empowers us to utilize light for moment information
transmission. Light discharging diodes are found all through traffic and road lighting, vehicle brake lights, and controller units
alongside endless different applications) can be turned here and there more prominent than the eye can recognize, The production of
light sources is undoubtedly in tune. But it's really "burning". This vague on-off activity enables a sort of information transmission
utilizing unique parallel codes. Data can be encoded inside light by fluctuating the pace; when the LED is fired up, then a consistent
'I' is shown, and when the LED is killed, an intelligent '0' is demonstrated. The LEDs glint on and off to give a diverse guitar
arrangement of I’s and O’s.
Using fast pulses of delicate to send data remotely is named Visible Light Communication (VLC). Even its capability to handle
customary Wi-Fi has propelled the generally utilized portrayal Li-Fi. An Obvious light correspondence (VLC) - "A likely answer
for the worldwide remote range deficiency" Li-Fi (Light Fidelity) is typically a short and modest optical version of Wi-Fi. Its
innovation will rely upon Visible Light Communication (VLC). VLC is an information transmission medium that typically uses
visible light at 400 THz (780 nm) instead of 800 THz (375 nm) as an optical transporter for data transmission and reconnaissance.
Communication uses high-velocity flashes of light, and transmission of information takes place over a distance.
Secure. Visible light is less susceptible to interference than radio waves, and Li-Fi signals cannot penetrate walls. Table-1 depicts
the compare between Li-Fi & Wi-Fi. As Li-Fi becomes a global phenomenon, LEDs can be dimmed to slow down, thus reducing
energy consumption.
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Connected devices require a reliable, low-power source to build an intertwined communication network. 5G has its own limitations
and 6G has its own complexities. LiFi sits in the middle between these various devices and applications [7]. Device building blocks
include smart devices such as smartphones, computers, wearable devices, and new advanced systems. Applications and devices are
deployed to handle complex situations where humans cannot handle such a variety of tasks simultaneously. Data that requires
processing of concurrent real-time operations. The basic task of an IoT gateway is to transform physical field protocols into cloud
protocols by establishing communication between the sensors used and the distributed network.
V. APPLICATIONS OF LI-FI
LiFi can be thought of as a complement to Wi-Fi. Even when working together, it can double the power to provide faster internet
than traditional Wi-Fi. This section highlights key areas where LiFi can provide better performance than traditional Wi-Fi:
1) Health Technologies: Wi-Fi emits radio waves that are extremely harmful to patients, and radio waves interpret real medical
devices. So you can use the internet in your running room with Li-Fi technology. Medical technology has been keeping up with
all these wireless worlds for some time now. The operating room did not enable him Wi-Fi for radiation reasons. There was
also no dedicated selection at all. [8].
2) Airlines: With the airline, the passenger agrees to pay additional cash for dial-up service on the aircraft. Li-Fi has the potential
to introduce “high-speed” transmission services, potentially uninterrupted, unlike alternative automotive radio signals. Li-Fi
uses light instead of radio frequency signals. Underwater at sea, Wi-Fi doesn't work where Li-Fi works.
3) Street Light: Cars are primarily equipped with semiconductor diode-based headlights, primarily semiconductor diode-
based backlights, and cars communicate with each other and exchange data to prevent accidents. The vehicle is notified that the
traffic light has come on. Li-Fi can solve problems such as lack of high-frequency bandwidth. There are about 19 billion light
bulbs in the world that need to be replaced with LEDs for data transmission. VLC estimates 10x cheaper than Wi-Fi. Security is
also an advantage, as the light does not penetrate the walls.
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4) Natural disasters: Natural disasters such as tsunamis, earthquakes, cyclones, and tornadoes can damage existing service towers
and face all sorts of disruptions to carrying out normal operations. This is where a LiFi-enabled LED device mounted on a
streetlight can help. Suppose there are streetlights nearby at regular intervals. Therefore, the cover can continue to function even
in such an emergency [9].
5) Military: Conventional devices can be blocked using electronic warfare-based jammers. However, communication over LiFi is
useful when a localized operation is required. In addition, the signal does not penetrate the walls of space, creating a naturally
secure connection that makes it difficult to remotely intercept and leverage critical information.
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1) External light sources can produce noisy signals and interfere with the original signal.
2) Flicker is the most basic issue that needs attention. An LED is expected to have an on/off action, and these two actions must be
performed in sync to maintain both illumination and communication. When a stream of data packets is communicated, the
LEDs are switched on and off, affecting the illumination of the cover. Frequent fluctuations can also damage the vision of the
human eye in the long run.
3) Li-Fi may be used in localized environments as light cannot penetrate room walls or opaque objects. Intensity is also affected in
translucent media. Until this situation calms down; Li-Fi adoption remains uncertain.
4) A clear line of sight is essential for proper communication over Li-Fi. So without good visibility, you can't get the most out of
this system.
As the world shifts into the Internet of Things and the era of 5G / 6G, the requirements for wireless networks that can meet the
endless needs of data communications become paramount. We believe that we can create a lot of value by supporting continuous
innovation and research in and around the Li-Fi world. Through influential resources, you can advance Li-Fi and aim to develop
futuristic applications in different areas.
IX. CONCLUSION
The possibilities are many and it should be possible to investigate in this way. Let`s make his innovation common sense. In this
case, each light bulb can provide something like a Wi-Fi area that helps transmit information over long distances. Because it
provides a certified and productive alternative to cellular Wi-Fi. As more and more people access the remote web with a multitude
of devices, wireless transmissions are becoming more and more impeded, making it more difficult to get a legitimate high-speed
signal. It can address issues such as no radio. Li-Fi works best when paired with a Wi-Fi network. They have different throughputs
and operate independently on different spectrums, but show correlation. The combination of Wi-Fi and Li-Fi calculated could be a
performance multiplier that could improve local coverage with the fast, reliable data rates needed today and in the future. Given the
nature of advances in connected device technology, we can safely assume that Li-Fi will meet these needs. Although this system has
all its advantages, currently available concepts do not allow it to be used over long distances. The system is susceptible to indoor or
outdoor opaque obstructions. The main drawback of this system is the inefficiency of the uplink function due to the inability to carry
optical-based signals from user data to access ports.
Li-Fi is inherently niche among other wireless communication methods. Uses optical frequencies in the visible range. Unlike
traditional antennas, Li-Fi uses a system of light sources, gateways, and photodetectors. As mentioned earlier, the frequency band of
light is tens of thousands of times wider than traditional radio frequency bands, so Li-Fi can cover more frequencies. It also
eliminates licensing-related issues. The system also provides natural security features against remote hackers.
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