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Multi-operator spectrum sharing in next generation wireless communications networks: A short review and roadmap to future

  • Raza Umar
  • , Asrar U.H. Sheikh
  • , Mohamed Deriche
  • , Mobien Shoaib
  • , Muhammad Hadi
  • King Saud University
  • University of Engineering and Technology Lahore
  • The University of Lahore
  • King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals

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Abstract

Efficient spectrum utilization lies at the heart of next generation (xG) wireless communication networks. In this context, a thorough investigation into new and innovative spectrum management techniques as well as additional regulatory procedures are deemed necessary to evaluate the practical feasibility of these xG networks. This paper reviews the three possible modes for multi-operator spectrum sharing based on dynamic spectrum access (DSA) in 5th Generation (5G) networks, and identifies Licensed/Authorized Shared Access (LSA/ASA) mode to be practically most suitable candidate for better spectrum utilization. Existing spectrum sharing techniques exploiting time, frequency and space domain to realize efficient co-existence of multiple operators are discussed, and game theory (GT) framework has been recognized as an appropriate tool to model the interactions among multiple operators accessing the shared spectrum resources. In particular, the hybrid cooperativecompetitive game has been proposed as a promising model to incorporate key parameters that play a significant role in the practical Deployment of DSA-enabled xG networks.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2017 International Symposium on Wireless Systems and Networks, ISWSN 2017
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages1-5
Number of pages5
ISBN (Electronic)9781538615560
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jul 2017
Externally publishedYes
Event2017 International Symposium on Wireless Systems and Networks, ISWSN 2017 - Lahore, Pakistan
Duration: 19 Nov 201722 Nov 2017

Publication series

Name2017 International Symposium on Wireless Systems and Networks, ISWSN 2017
Volume2018-January

Conference

Conference2017 International Symposium on Wireless Systems and Networks, ISWSN 2017
Country/TerritoryPakistan
CityLahore
Period19/11/1722/11/17

Keywords

  • Cognitive radio
  • Licensed spectrum access
  • Next generation wireless communications networks
  • Spectrum sharing

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