Resource Allocation and Task Offloading for Slicing-Based Communication and Computing in Space-Air-Ground Integrated Networks
In the upcoming 6G era, the demand for network communication and computing is expected to surge and diversify. A Space-Air-Ground Integrated Network (SAGIN) is introduced as a solution to provide seamless global connectivity. Meanwhile, network slicing technology can further enhance network capabilities by supporting customized services. However, the joint optimization of multi-dimensional resource allocation and task offloading decisions presents a significant challenge in dynamic and complex environments with diverse task types. In this work, we establish an SAG IN paradigm that integrates network slicing. A multi-level optimization scheme for resource allocation and task offloading is proposed to improve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Quality of Service (QoS). Specifically, we propose a State Encoding-based Multi-Agent Soft Actor-Critic algorithm (SE- MASAC) within a Centralized Training with Decentralized Execution (CTDE) architecture. This algorithm processes current sensing states and historical information, leveraging reinforcement learning to make inter-slice resource and offloading scheduling decisions. Intra-slice decisions for intelligent User Equipments (iUEs) are determined based on their sensing data-driven priority. Simulation results demonstrate that our approach outperforms baselines in terms of system utility, QoS satisfaction, and various KPIs.
Authors
- Qingtian Zeng (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6421-8223)
- Guiyuan Yuan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8814-6423)
- Geng Chen (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9432-0563)
- Yufeng Song (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7599-4810)
Institutions
- Shandong University of Science and Technology (CN)
Publication Details
- Published
- 2024-12-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1109/secon64284.2024.10934865
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Opportunistic and Delay-Tolerant Networks
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.35
Funders
- National Natural Science Foundation of China