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Multi-Agent Distributed DQN and Transfer Learning for Energy-Efficient Power Management in Solar Energy-Harvested Small-Cell Networks
  • Cho, Hyebin ;
  • Kim, Hyungsub ;
  • Na, Jee Hyeon ;
  • Lim, Seung Chan ;
  • Lee, Howon
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Publication Year
2025-01-01
Journal
IEEE Internet of Things Journal
Publisher
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Citation
IEEE Internet of Things Journal
Keyword
Energy efficiencymulti-agent reinforcement learningsmall-cell networkssolar energy harvestingtransfer learning
Mesh Keyword
ConditionEfficient power managementsEnergyEnergy efficientMulti agentMulti-agent reinforcement learningSmall cell NetworksSolar energy harvestingTransfer learningWireless communications
All Science Classification Codes (ASJC)
Signal ProcessingInformation SystemsHardware and ArchitectureComputer Science ApplicationsComputer Networks and Communications
Abstract
The integration of solar energy harvesting into small-cell networks is a promising solution for achieving energy-efficient and sustainable wireless communications. However, the inherent variability and intermittency of solar energy, coupled with precise inter-cell interference management, significantly hinder efficient network operation. To resolve these challenges, we propose a multi-agent distributed deep Q-network (MA-DDQN) framework, where the distributed base stations learn the optimal transmit power control policies. To further enhance adaptability under varying solar conditions, we present a daily model transfer with a fine-tuning approach, enabling efficient deployment without extensive training overhead. Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed methods remarkably improve energy efficiency while maintaining robust adaptability under dynamic solar conditions, revealing their potential for sustainable small-cell network deployments.
ISSN
2327-4662
Language
eng
URI
https://aurora.ajou.ac.kr/handle/2018.oak/38520
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DOI
https://doi.org/10.1109/jiot.2025.3545027
Journal URL
http://ieeexplore.ieee.org/servlet/opac?punumber=6488907
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Article
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