An overview of mobility awareness with mobile edge computing over 6G network: Challenges and future research directions

Abstract

The evolution of science has given rise to many technologies that have changed the world. The upcoming Six-Generation (6G) mobile network indicates a fundamental transformation in wireless technologies, enhancing connectivity and data transmission rates. In this circumstance, Mobile Edge Computing (MEC) is a paradigm technology that emerges as a key major supporter of enhancing mobility awareness. Edge computing offers improved efficiency for service migration from the edge node to the user. However, mobility management in MEC is a complex challenge as seamless handovers between edge nodes must be efficiently executed to ensure uninterrupted service for mobile devices, demanding intricate coordination and low-latency decision-making. To the best of the author's knowledge, there has been no comprehensive work on the most recent developments in mobility awareness using mobile edge computing in 6G. However, this paper aims to present a general overview of the intersection between mobility awareness and MEC over 6G networks. The general concept of MEC in 6G mobile networks is comprehensively introduced. This will highlight the integration between MEC and 6G for bringing more efficient network and service migration to the edge, reducing latency, and enhancing the user experience. Meanwhile, this survey discusses augmented reality with MEC applications. This survey discusses the integration of mobility awareness and mobile edge computing in upcoming mobile applications and emphasizes the need for 6G networks. This integration results in providing seamless communication during handovers between the serving base station and the target base station. This study contributes to understanding the upcoming trends that will enable the operation of mobility awareness and MEC operation in the 6G mobile communication. Furthermore, we delve into a comprehensive overview of the challenges and future research directions for mobility management with MEC in 6G mobile networks, underlining the complexities and potentials of integrating mobility awareness and mobile edge computing.