Game theoretic approaches for spectrum redistribution
By: Fan Wu
Series: Springer briefs in electrical and computer engineering; SpringerBriefs in electrical and computer engineering
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2014
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 104
ISBN-13: 9781493904990; 9781493905003
Copyright date: 2014
Subjects: Game theory; Radio resource management (Wireless communications)
Description: This brief examines issues of spectrum allocation for the limited resources of radio spectrum. It uses a game-theoretic perspective, in which the nodes in the wireless network are rational and always pursue their own objectives. It provides a systematic study of the approaches that can guarantee the system's convergence at an equilibrium state, in which the system performance is optimal or sub-optimal. The author provides a short tutorial on game theory, explains game-theoretic channel allocation in clique and in multi-hop wireless networks and explores challenges in designing game-theoretic mechanisms for dynamic channel redistribution. Since designing a completely secure mechanism is extremely expensive or impossible in most of distributed autonomous systems, it is more beneficial to study misbehavior of the nodes and develop light-weighted game-theoretic channel allocation mechanisms. With a mix of theoretical and hands-on information, the brief traces the concepts of game theory, the current state of spectrum allocation in wireless networks and future competition for resources. Thorough yet accessible, the content is ideal for researchers and practitioners working on spectrum redistribution. It is also a helpful resource for researchers and advanced-level students interested in game theory and wireless communications.--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: 1. Introduction; title: 2. A short tutorial on game theory; title: 3. State of art on channel allocation; title: 4. Game-theoretic channel allocations in clique; title: 5. Game-theoretic channel allocation in multi-hop wireless networks; title: 6. Summary and open problems.