On the energy efficiency of self-organizing LTE cellular access

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Abstract

Energy efficiency and self-organizing network architectures are the top issues for future cellular systems. In this paper, we propose an energy saving self-organizing access network architecture for long term evolution (LTE) cellular systems. Self-organizing nature is attained through intelligent cooperation among the evolved node Bs (eNBs) communicating via X2 interface in the LTE evolved UMTS terrestrial access network (E-UTRAN). Using the proposed coordination and cooperation, the E-UTRAN is dynamically reconfigured in real-time utilizing minimum number of active eNBs and switching the redundant eNBs into sleep mode. System performance under different network scenarios, cell layouts and eNB power consumption profiles is evaluated. Simulation results indicate a substantial drop in the network's energy consumption. In addition, the network becomes more efficient in utilization of its available capacity
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationGlobal Communications Conference (GLOBECOM), 2012 IEEE
EditorsZhensheng Zhang
Place of PublicationUnited States
PublisherIEEE, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Pages5314-5319
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781467309219
ISBN (Print)9781467309202
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012
Externally publishedYes
EventGlobal Communications Conference (GLOBECOM), 2012 IEEE - Houston, Houston, United States
Duration: 3 Dec 20127 Dec 2012

Conference

ConferenceGlobal Communications Conference (GLOBECOM), 2012 IEEE
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityHouston
Period3/12/127/12/12

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