Numerical Index Modulation Aided Multi-Carrier DCSK System: A Secure Transmission Scheme for Physical Layer Security
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Multi-carrier differential chaos shift keying, numerical index modulation, physical layer securityAbstract
This paper presents a novel Numerical Index Modulation-assisted Differential Chaos Shift Keying (NIMDCSK) system, architected on a multi-carrier framework where numerous information-bearing subcarriers are supported by a single common reference subcarrier. The proposed system introduces an additional dimension for data transmission by embedding information bits into the dynamic allocation of signal energy across subcarriers. This mechanism not only boosts the transmission rate but also significantly enhances physical layer security. Specifically, the NIM-DCSK scheme obfuscates its transmission characteristics through pseudo-random energy allocation patterns, where deliberately varying power levels create a complex and non-stationary signal signature. This fluctuating energy distribution effectively masks the underlying data structure, making it extremely difficult for unauthorized eavesdroppers to perform feature analysis or achieve successful decoding. Compared to conventional DCSK systems, comprehensive analyses demonstrate that the NIM-DCSK system achieves substantial gains in both energy efficiency (EE) and spectral efficiency (SE), alongside improved bit error rate (BER) performance under various channel conditions. These advantages are realized without a commensurate increase in structural complexity. The inherent security features, including inherent resistance to passive interception and a reduced vulnerability to statistical analysis, are key benefits. Consequently, this work facilitates the integration of index modulation with chaos-based communications, ensuring high-rate transmissions coupled with robust security. The proposed system is, therefore, highly suitable for applications demanding reliable and secure wireless links, such as secure sensor networks, tactical military communications, and confidential IoT deployments.
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