Dynamic Interference Optimization in Cognitive Radio Networks for Rural and Suburban Areas

Figure 2

Network scenarios: (a) LTE-A coexisting with DTMB broadcasting networks in a rural scenario in Havana, (b) LTE-A coexisting with DVB-T2 broadcasting networks in a suburban scenario in Ghent. LTE-A BSs are marked with red dots; TV broadcasting towers are marked with black icons; the area for the LTE-A network service is delimited by a solid blue line.