I'm well aware of the differences between pico, macro etc. and am referring specifically to usage of privately owned eNodeBs running in spectrum that is either

I'm well aware of the differences between pico, macro etc. and am referring specifically to usage of privately owned eNodeBs running in spectrum that is either unlicensed, sublicensed, or just reused without authorization because the deployment site is sufficiently rural. > Would be interested if any actual examples of real life non-carrier 4G networks could be provided. For one, you can just look for companies deploying Redline, Nokia, etc eNodeBs that aren't traditional telcos... http://rdlcom.com/applications/private-lte http://rdlcom.com/applications/private-lte LTE equipment for 5.8Ghz spectrum / LTE-U has been on the market for some time and in use by private industry and boutique service providers. E.g. https://www.doubleradius.com/Manufacturers/Kits/baicells-starter-kit-lte-u.html https://www.doubleradius.com/Manufacturers/Kits/baicells-sta...