One advantage of integrating small cells in cellular networks is to achieve Device to-Device
(D2D) communications. The aim of performing D2D over small cells is to offload the Macro …

Device-to-device (D2D) communications are expected to offload cellular networks and
enhance public safety. In addition to the capability of direct communication between devices …

Modern wireless broadband networks are crucial for different mission-critical applications
and public safety agencies. Various natural disasters and physical attacks would result in …

In cellular networks, the introduction of device-to device (D2D) technology could promote
cell coverage and expand user experience. In this paper, we consider the scenario of relay …

Device-to-Device (D2D) communications is a technology that allows mobile users to relay
information to each other, without access to the cellular network. In this paper, we consider …

In this paper, we define a collision area in a heterogeneous cellular network for the purpose
of interference management between Device-to-Device (D2D) and conventional cellular …

This article proposes a new approach for secure communications Device-to-Device (D2D) if
unable to apply network coding transmissions within LTE small cells. Our new algorithm …

Device-to-Device (D2D) communication is an important feature for many kinds of mobile
networks and in particular for the UMTS Long Term Evolution Advanced (LTE-A) cellular …

Natural disasters, such as earthquakes, can cause severe destruction and create havoc in
the society. Buildings and other structures may collapse during disaster incidents causing …

Device-to-device networks (D2D) underlaying cellular networks have been widely
recognized as one of the major approaches for ubiquitous information exchange featuring …