On Fair Coexistence of Wireless Networks via CSMA Based Transmission Algorithms

Published: June 24, 2009, 11 p.m.

Speaker:\n\nProf. M. Alanyali\n\n\nAbstract:\n\nThis talk will touch on wireless coexistence issues that arise due to higher spatial density of spectrum usage. We consider a fairness perspective for autonomous scheduling of transmissions by distinct sessions, subject to constraints that are represented by a conflict graph. The emphasis is on randomized backoff-based CSMA algorithms. The resulting transmission dynamics is represented by a Markovian model whose analysis suggests practical challenges in fair sharing of spectrum by distinct sessions that subscribe to a common standard, as well as by those that do not possess a common signaling protocol.