Jamming-Aided Secure Communication in Ultra-Dense LEO Integrated Satellite-Terrestrial Networks

The ultra-dense low earth orbit(LEO)integrated satellite-terrestrial networks(UDLEO-ISTN)can bring lots of benefits in terms of wide coverage,high capacity,and strong robustness.Meanwhile,the broadcasting and open natures of satellite links also reveal many challenges for transmission security protection,especially for eavesdropping defence.How to efficiently take advantage of the LEO satellite’s density and ensure the secure communication by leveraging physical layer security with the cooperation of jammers deserves further investigation.To our knowledge,using satellites as jammers in UDLEO-ISTN is still a new problem since existing works mainly focused on this issue only from the aspect of terrestrial networks.To this end,we study in this paper the cooperative secrecy communication problem in UDLEOISTN by utilizing several satellites to send jamming signal to the eavesdroppers.An iterative scheme is proposed as our solution to maximize the system secrecy energy efficiency(SEE)via jointly optimizing transmit power allocation and user association.Extensive experiment results verify that our designed optimization scheme can significantly enhance the system SEE and achieve the optimal power allocation and user association strategies.

Anti-jamming channel access in 5G ultra-dense networks: a game-theoretic learning approach

This paper investigates the Quality of Experience(QoE)oriented channel access anti-jamming problem in 5th Generation Mobile Communication(5G)ultra-dense networks.Firstly,considering that the 5G base station adopts beamforming technology,an anti-jamming model under Space Division Multiple Access(SDMA)conditions is proposed.Secondly,the confrontational relationship between users and the jammer is formulated as a Stackelberg game.Besides,to achieve global optimization,we design a local cooperation mechanism for users and formulate the cooperation and competition among users as a local altruistic game.By proving that the local altruistic game is an Exact Potential Game(EPG),we further prove the existence of pure strategy Nash Equilibrium(NE)among users and Stackelberg Equilibrium(SE)between users and jammer.Thirdly,to obtain the equilibrium solutions of the proposed games,we propose an anti-jamming channel selection algorithm and improve its convergence speed through heterogeneous learning parameters.The simulation results validate the convergence and effectiveness of the proposed algorithm.Compared with the throughput optimization scheme,our proposed scheme obtain a greater network satisfaction rate.Finally,we also analyze user fairness changes during the algorithm convergence process and get some interesting conclusions.

Data Aggregation-based Transmission Method in Ultra-Dense Wireless Networks

As the Internet of Things(IoT)advances,machine-type devices are densely deployed and massive networks such as ultra-dense networks(UDNs)are formed.Various devices attend to the network to transmit data using machine-type communication(MTC),whereby numerous,various are generated.MTC devices generally have resource constraints and use wireless communication.In this kind of network,data aggregation is a key function to provide transmission efficiency.It can reduce the number of transmitted data in the network,and this leads to energy saving and reducing transmission delays.In order to effectively operate data aggregation in UDNs,it is important to select an aggregation point well.The total number of transmitted data may vary,depending on the aggregation point to which the data are delivered.Therefore,in this paper,we propose a novel data aggregation scheme to select the appropriate aggregation point and describe the data transmission method applying the proposed aggregation scheme.In addition,we evaluate the proposed scheme with extensive computer simulations.Better performances in the proposed scheme are achieved compared to the conventional approach.

Enhanced Power Allocation Scheme in Ultra-Dense Small Cell Network

A feasible design of ultra-dense Small cell network involves an effective solution to the interference coordination especially in cell edge. In this paper, we propose a channel state and interference aware power allocation scheme(PAG) as an enhanced solution to improve the system performance, especially for the cell-edge users. Cournot model in Non-cooperative game is employed for power adjustment in Small cell clusters to increase cell-edge users' throughput by considering the power limitation and interference coordination. Additionally, we take iterative Water Filling scheme as a comparison to clarify that the PAG scheme has struck a favorable balance between system efficiency and fairness. Simulation results show that the proposed scheme contributes to the enhancement of edge users' throughput and cells' coverage. Moreover, the scheme is observed to show a stronger adaptability in denser Small cell networks.

Cross-Layer Framework for Capacity Analysis in Multiuser Ultra-Dense Networks with Cell DTx

Cell discontinuous transmission(Cell DTx)is a key technology to mitigate inter-cell interference(ICI)in ultra-dense networks(UDNs).The aim of this work is to understand the impact of Cell DTx on physical-layer sum rates of SBSs and link-layer quality-of-service(QoS)performance in multiuser UDNs.In this work,we develop a cross-layer framework for capacity analysis in multiuser UDNs with Cell DTx.In particular,we first extend the traditional one-dimensional effective capacity model to a new multidimensional effective capacity model to derive the sum rate and the effective capacity.Moreover,we propose a new iterative bisection search algorithm that is capable of approximating QoS performance.The convergence of this new algorithm to a unique QoS exponent vector is later proved.Finally,we apply this framework to the round-robin and the max-C/I scheduling policies.Simulation results show that our framework is accurate in approximating 1)queue length distribution,2)delay distribution and 3)sum rates under the above two scheduling policies,and further show that with the Cell DTx,systems have approximately 30% higher sum rate and 35% smaller average delay than those in full-buffer scenarios.

Improved Clustering and Resource Allocation for Ultra-Dense Networks

To reduce the interference among small cells of Ultra-Dense Networks(UDN),an improved Clustering-Assisted Resource Allocation(CARA)scheme is proposed in this paper.The proposed scheme is divided into three steps.First,an Interference-Limited Clustering Algorithm(ILCA)based on interference graph corresponding to the interference relationship between Femtocell Base Stations(FBSs),is proposed to group FBSs into disjoint clusters,in which a pre-threshold is set to constrain the sum of interference in each cluster,and a Cluster Head(CH)is selected for each cluster.Then,CH performs a twostage sub-channel allocation within its associated cluster,where the first stage assigns one sub-channel to each user of the cluster and the second stage assigns a second sub-channel to some users.Finally,a power allocation method is designed to maximize throughput for a given clustering and sub-channel configuration.Simulation results indicate that the proposed scheme distributes FBSs into each cluster more evenly,and significantly improves the system throughput compared with the existing schemes in the same scenario.

Joint User Association and Resource Allocation for Self-Backhaul Ultra-Dense Networks

In order to meet the exponentially increasing demand on mobile data traffic, self-backhaul ultra-dense networks(UDNs) combined with millimeter wave(mm Wave) communications are expected to provide high spatial multiplexing gain and wide bandwidths for multi-gigabit peak data rates. In selfbackhaul UDNs, how to make the radio access rates of small cells match their backhaul rates by user association and how to dynamically allocate bandwidth for the access links and backhaul links to balance two-hop link resources are two key problems on improving the overall throughputs. Based on this, a joint scheme of user association and resource allocation is proposed in self-backhaul ultra-dense networks. Because of the combinatorial and nonconvex features of the original optimization problem, it has been divided into two subproblems. Firstly, to make the radio access rates of small base stations match their backhaul rates and maximize sum access rates per Hz of all small cells, a proportional constraint is introduced, and immune optimization algorithm(IOA) is adopted to optimize the association indicator variables and the boresight angles of between users and base stations. Then, the optimal backhaul and access bandwidths are calculated by differentiating the general expression of overall throughput. Simulation results indicatethat the proposed scheme increases the overall throughputs significantly compared to the traditional minimum-distance based association scheme.

Efficient Subchannel Allocation Based on Clustered Interference Alignment in Ultra-Dense Femtocell Networks

In this paper, we exploit clustered interference alignment(IA) for efficient subchannel allocation in ultra-dense orthogonal frequency division multiplexing access(OFDMA) based femtocell networks, which notably improves the spectral efficiency as well as addresses the feasibility issue of IA. Our problem is formulated as a combinatorial optimization problem which is NP-hard. To avoid obtaining its optimal solution by exhaustive search, we propose a two-phases efficient solution with low-complexity. The first phase groups all the femtocell user equipments(FUEs) into disjoint clusters, and the second phase allocates subchannels to the formed clusters where IA is performed. By doing this, the intra-cluster and inter-cluster interferences are mitigated by clustered IA and subchannel allocation in ultra-dense femtocell networks, respectively.Also, low-complexity algorithm is proposed to solve the corresponding sub-problem in each phase. Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed scheme not only outperforms other related schemes, but also provides a close performance to the optimal solution.

Two-Stage Resource Allocation Scheme for Three-Tier Ultra-Dense Network

In 5 G Ultra-dense Network(UDN), resource allocation is an efficient method to manage inter-small-cell interference. In this paper, a two-stage resource allocation scheme is proposed to supervise interference and resource allocation while establishing a realistic scenario of three-tier heterogeneous network architecture. The scheme consists of two stages: in stage I, a two-level sub-channel allocation algorithm and a power control method based on the logarithmic function are applied to allocate resource for Macrocell and Picocells, guaranteeing the minimum system capacity by considering the power limitation and interference coordination; in stage II, an interference management approach based on K-means clustering is introduced to divide Femtocells into different clusters. Then, a prior sub-channel allocation algorithm is employed for Femtocells in diverse clusters to mitigate the interference and promote system performance. Simulation results show that the proposed scheme contributes to the enhancement of system throughput and spectrum efficiency while ensuring the system energy efficiency.

Intelligent Fast Cell Association Scheme Based on Deep Q-Learning in Ultra-Dense Cellular Networks

To support dramatically increased traffic loads,communication networks become ultra-dense.Traditional cell association(CA)schemes are timeconsuming,forcing researchers to seek fast schemes.This paper proposes a deep Q-learning based scheme,whose main idea is to train a deep neural network(DNN)to calculate the Q values of all the state-action pairs and the cell holding the maximum Q value is associated.In the training stage,the intelligent agent continuously generates samples through the trial-anderror method to train the DNN until convergence.In the application stage,state vectors of all the users are inputted to the trained DNN to quickly obtain a satisfied CA result of a scenario with the same BS locations and user distribution.Simulations demonstrate that the proposed scheme provides satisfied CA results in a computational time several orders of magnitudes shorter than traditional schemes.Meanwhile,performance metrics,such as capacity and fairness,can be guaranteed.

Downlink SINR and Rate Distribution of Ultra-Dense Het Nets with Burst Traffic

SINR distribution and rate overage distribution are crucial for optimization of deployment of Ultra-dense Het Nets.Most existing literatures assume that BSs have full queues and full-buffer traffic.In fact,due to ultra-dense deployment of small cells,traffic in small cell varies dramatically in time and space domains.Hence,it is more practical to investigate scenario with burst traffic.In this paper,we consider a two-tier non-uniform ultra-dense Het Net with burst traffic,where macro BSs are located according to Poisson Point Process(PPP),and pico BSs are located according to Poisson Hole Process(PHP).The closed-form expressions of SINR distribution and rate distribution are derived,and then validated through simulation.Our study shows that different from the result of full buffer case,the SINR distribution and rate distribution of users depend on the average transmission probabilities of BSs in burst traffic case.

Centralization and collaboration in 5G ultra-dense network architecture

An ultra-dense network scenario is a scene where a large number of people assemble in a limited area to generate centralized broadband data traffic requirements.Because ultra-dense networks generate enormous traffic pressure,traditional network capabilities are not enough to accommodate the user s needs.Based on the description of ultra-dense network architecture,we analyze millimeter wave radio spectrum,high gain beam forming,physical layer frame structure,resource concentration and edge computing technology.In addition,the cooperative technology required by overlay and interference symbiosis in the dense network architecture as well as the access control technology of centralized access is analyzed and discussed comprehensively.

Mobility-driven user-centric AP clustering in mobile edge computing-based ultra-dense networks

ultra-Dense Network(UDN)has been envisioned as a promising technology to provide high-quality wireless connectivity in dense urban areas,in which the density of Access Points(APs)is increased up to the point where it is comparable with or surpasses the density of active mobile users.In order to mitigate inter-AP interference and improve spectrum efficiency,APs in UDNs are usually clustered into multiple groups to serve different mobile users,respectively.However,as the number of APs increases,the computational capability within an AP group has become the bottleneck of AP clustering.In this paper,we first propose a novel UDN architecture based on Mobile Edge Computing(MEC),in which each MEC server is associated with a user-centric AP cluster to act as a mobile agent.In addition,in the context of MEC-based UDN,we leverage mobility prediction techniques to achieve a dynamic AP clustering scheme,in which the cluster structure can automatically adapt to the dynamic distribution of user traffic in a specific area.Simulation results show that the proposed scheme can highly increase the average user throughput compared with the baseline algorithm using max-SINR user association and equal bandwidth allocation,while it guarantees at the same time low transmission delay.

Two-Codebook-Based Cooperative Precoding for TDD-CoMP in 5G Ultra-Dense Networks

In ultra-dense networks （UDN）, the local precoding scheme for time-division duplex coordinated multiple point transmission （TDD-CoMP） can have a good performance with no feedback by using reciprocity between uplink and dovallink. However, if channel is time-varying, the channel difference would cause codeword mismatch between transmitter and receiver, which leads to performance degradation. In this paper, a linear interpolation method is proposed for TDD-CoMP system to estimate the uplink channel at the receiver, which would reduce the channel difference caused by time delay and decrease the probability of codeword mismatch between both sides. Moreover, to mitigate severe inter-cell interference and increase the coverage and throughput of celledge users in UDN, a two-codebook scheme is used to strengthen cooperation between base stations （BSs）, which can outperform the global precoding scheme with less overhead. Simulations show that the proposed scheme can significantly improve the link performance compared to the global precoding scheme.

Distributed Chunk-Based Optimization for MultiCarrier Ultra-Dense Networks

In this paper,a distributed chunkbased optimization algorithm is proposed for the resource allocation in broadband ultra-dense small cell networks.Based on the proposed algorithm,the power and subcarrier allocation problems are jointly optimized.In order to make the resource allocation suitable for large scale networks,the optimization problem is decomposed first based on an effective decomposition algorithm named optimal condition decomposition(OCD) algorithm.Furthermore,aiming at reducing implementation complexity,the subcarriers are divided into chunks and are allocated chunk by chunk.The simulation results show that the proposed algorithm achieves more superior performance than uniform power allocation scheme and Lagrange relaxation method,and then the proposed algorithm can strike a balance between the complexity and performance of the multi-carrier Ultra-Dense Networks.

Ultra-Dense Networking Architectures and Technologies for 5G

With the continuous enrichment of mobile communication application scenarios in the future, the traditional macro-cellular-based mobile communication network architecture will be difficult to meet the explosive growth in demand for communications services.

5G Ultra-Dense Networks

In future 5G networks,a key scenario is the dense user distribution over some area,such as office,urban apartments,shopping mall,stadium,etc.,where the requirement for user-experienced rate at cell-edge can be

Coverage Analyses on Directional Transmissions Ultra-Dense Networks with Imperfect Beam Alignment

Blockage and imperfect beam alignment are two principal difficulties in high-frequency bands directional transmissions.In this paper,the coverage performance of downlink directional transmissions in ultra-dense networks is analyzed,with the consideration of beam alignment error and link blockage through stochastic geometry.Numerical experiments demonstrate that narrower beam leads to higher coverage probability with perfect beam alignment,but it is not the case with imperfect beam alignment.Therefore,the optimal beamwidth that maximize the coverage probability is characterized and a closed-form approximation of the optimal beamwidth is derived under imperfect beam alignment,accordingly.Furthermore,the optimal beamwidth is a monotonically increasing function of the standard deviation of the beam alignment error,and a monotonically decreasing function of the beamwidth of correspondent communication end,indicating that the beamwidth of the communication pairs ought to be jointly designed.

A Pilot Contamination Avoidance Based on Pilot Pattern Design for Ultra-Dense Network

With the ever-growing number of base stations(BSs)and user equipments(UEs)in ultra-dense networks(UDN),reusing the same pilot sequences among the cells is inevitable.With pilot reuse scheme,the channel estimation obtained at a BS contains not only the desired channel-state information(CSI)but also interference from neighboring cells,which can severely degrade CSI estimation performance and adversely affect communication performance.In this paper we consider a pilot contamination avoidance based on pilot pattern design for UDN where the pilot reuse employed and the interfering users from neighboring cells may be not at lower power levels at the BS compared to the in-cell users.We present a novel statistical interference model of sub-carriers to describe the non-deterministic interference from neighboring cells.Then,we provide a pilot pattern design model with non-uniform pilot distribution.Based on this,a pilot contamination avoidance based on pilot pattern design is proposed where pilot reuse scheme and the non-deterministic interference from neighboring cells are taken into consideration.Unlike existing interference mitigation approaches,the proposed method eliminates interference through the method of interference avoidance and can be applied to different kinds of channel estimation algorithms.Simulation results showed that the proposed approach can effectively avoid the interference and ensure the accuracy of channel estimation.

The analysis of coverage probability,ASE and EE in heterogeneous ultra-dense networks with power control

The ultra-dense network is a promising technology to increase the network capacity in the forthcoming fifthgeneration(5G)mobile communication networks by deploying lots of low power Small Base Stations(SBSs)which overlap with Macro Base Stations(MBSs).The interference and energy consumption increase rapidly with the number of SBSs although each SBS transmits with small power.In this paper,we model a downlink heterogeneous ultra-dense network where a lot of SBSs are randomly deployed with MBSs based on the Poisson point process.We derive the coverage probability and its variance,and analyze the area spectral efficiency and energy efficiency of the network considering three Fractional Power Control(FPC)strategies.The numerical results and Monte Carlo simulation results show that power control can mitigate the interference and balance the performances of inner-user and edge-user equipments.Especially,a great improvement of energy efficiency is archived with a little loss of area spectral efficiency when FPC is adopted.Finally,we analyze the effect of base stations’(BSs’)sleeping on the performance of the network when it is partially loaded.