To enhance the performance of a heterogeneous network, where many small cells are
deployed in a macro cell, we consider two technical challenges. First, seamless handover …

Small cells are attractive nodes for building infrastructure with comparably reduced cost. To
effectively deploy small cells in mobile networks, mobility performance is the main issue …

In this paper, we propose a novel inter-cell handover approach from a new perspective in
dense Heterogeneous and Small Cell Networks (HetSNets). We first devise a cell selection …

Handover decision is one of the technical challenges in the heterogeneous network
(HetNet). Current researches on this topic concentrate mainly on the two-tier networks. In …

This paper presents a new strategy for Cell Selection and Handover in a Heterogeneous
Networks based on the estimated Path Loss Slope value. It is shown that, there exists a free …

Hierarchical macro/femto-cell networks are considered a promising technology to increase
overall network coverage and bandwidth at a relatively low cost. In these emerging …

The hysteresis of the outbound handover in heterogeneous networks (HetNets) with both a
macrocell and small cells is investigated in this paper. The hysteresis has a significant effect …

This paper aims to improve the handover performance in the heterogeneous networks
(HetNet). Since achieving high data rates, low signaling load, and better coverage area are …

In this study, the authors formulate a non‐cooperative game approach in which all base
stations compete in a selfish manner to transmit at higher power. Each base station in the …

Small cells are redefining the traditional cellular system concepts. Coordination among
small cells offers several benefits in terms of utilizing existing network infrastructure to …