Cognitive radio networks (CRNs) have emerged as an essential technology to enable
dynamic and opportunistic spectrum access which aims to exploit underutilized licensed …

This paper proposes a novel technique that exploits spectrum occupancy behaviors inherent
to wideband spectrum access to enable efficient cooperative wideband spectrum sensing …

In this paper, we introduce a new green resource allocation problem using hybrid powering
of communication systems from renewable and nonrenewable sources. The objective is to …

Allocation of transmit power is critical for spectrum sharing and coexistence of mutually
interfering wireless systems. In this paper we present a novel approach for allocation of …

In this paper, we introduce a new green resource allocation problem using hybrid powering
of the communication system from renewable and non-renewable sources. The objective is …

The spread of the wireless communication devices resulted in a remarkable growth of power
consumption for telecommunication systems to satisfy the users' demands. Thus, new …

The scarcity of wireless spectrum resources and the overwhelming demand for wireless
broadband resources have prompted industry, government agencies and academia within …

Besides enabling an enhanced mobile broadband access, fifth-generation (5G) wireless
mobile networks are envisioned to support the connectivity of massive, heterogeneous …

This thesis proposes a novel technique that exploits spectrum occupancy behaviors inherent
to wideband spectrum access to enable efficient cooperative spectrum sensing. The …

Cognitive radio technology emerges as a promising solution for overcoming shortage and
inefficient use of spectrum resources. In cognitive radio networks, secondary users, which …