Comparative study of 2FSK and GFSK modulation and demodulation techniques

Abstract

In the digital communication era, efficient data transmission is paramount, spanning applications from mobile communication to satellite systems. Digital modulation, the process of converting digital data into a suitable format for transmission, plays a pivotal role in ensuring reliability and efficiency. This paper delves into the world of digital modulation, specifically focusing on Frequency Shift Keying (FSK) techniques. FSK encodes digital information using different carrier frequencies, making it adaptable and robust, particularly in noisy channels. This paper explores two variants: 2-level Frequency Shift Keying (2FSK) and Gaussian Frequency Shift Keying (GFSK). 2FSKs simplicity and noise tolerance make it ideal for applications like wireless LANs and radio broadcasting. However, it may not be the best choice for high-data-rate applications due to limited bandwidth efficiency. GFSK employs Gaussian filtering to reduce spectral width, enhancing bandwidth efficiency and reducing inter-symbol interference. It finds extensive use in applications like Bluetooth. This paper explores the modulation and demodulation processes for both techniques, emphasizing GFSKs spectral efficiency. Future trends encompass emerging technologies like signal processing and machine learning, reshaping telecommunications and IoT. In conclusion, understanding 2FSK and GFSK modulations nuances aids engineers and researchers. Future endeavors should focus on optimizing GFSKs bandwidth efficiency and bolstering demodulation techniques.