Title A “Block ” Adaptive Modulation and Coding PHY Date Submitted

Abstract A PHY is proposed for 802.16.3 in which modulation format and coding rate can be adjusted on a block by block basis to provide optimum channel utilization for the widest range of channel conditions. Purpose This proposal is offered as a PHY layer for the 802.16.3 Task Group Notice This document has been prepared to assist IEEE 802.16. It is offered as a basis for discussion and is not binding on the contributing individual(s) or organization(s). The material in this document is subject to change in form and content after further study. The contributor(s) reserve(s) the right to add, amend or withdraw material contained herein. Release The contributor grants a free, irrevocable license to the IEEE to incorporate text contained in this contribution, and any modifications thereof, in the creation of an IEEE Standards publication; to copyright in the IEEE’s name any IEEE Standards publication even though it may include portions of this contribution; and at the IEEE’s sole discretion to permit others to reproduce in whole or in part the resulting IEEE Standards publication. The contributor also acknowledges and accepts that this contribution may be made public by IEEE 802.16