A mobility scheme for cognitive radio networks

S Cognitive radio network is a promising wireless network where smart devices are able to opportunistically exploit the spectrum holes and optimize the overall radio spectrum use. The provision of quality of service and mobility management is imperative to providing efficient cognitive radio systems. In this paper, we present a mobility scheme that enables cognitive radio users to seamlessly switch towards the best available spectrum band when moving from one network to another one. On the one hand, our proposal conserves the frequency and the bandwidth needed for users´ application. On the other hand, it allows cognitive radio users to have the best band with a good price and a large use duration based on a trading mechanism established between primary and cognitive radio users. Simulation results prove that our approach preserves users´ continuity of service during their mobility and ensures high utility for both primary and cognitive radio users.