Abstract
Mobile edge computing (MEC) plays an important role in next-generation networks. It aims to enhance processing capacity and offer low-latency computing services for Internet of Things (IoT). In this paper, we investigate a resource allocation policy to maximize the available processing capacity (APC) for MEC IoT networks with constrained power and unpredictable tasks. First, the APC which describes the computing ability and speed of a served IoT device is defined. Then its expression is derived by analyzing the relationship between task partitioning and resource allocation. Based on this expression, the power allocation solution for the single-user MEC system with a single subcarrier is studied and the factors that affect the APC improvement are considered. For the multiuser MEC system, an optimization problem of APC with a general utility function is formulated and several fundamental criteria for resource allocation are derived. By leveraging these criteria, a binary-search water-filling algorithm is proposed to solve the power allocation between local CPU and multiple subcarriers, and a suboptimal algorithm is proposed to assign the subcarriers among users. Finally, the validity of the proposed algorithms is verified by Monte Carlo simulation.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
