Abstract: Map-based systems and methods may be used to identify favorable opportunities for transferring apportioned spectrum use rights. Holders of spectrum use rights may generate and disseminate maps illustrating portions of available and non-available spectrum use rights. In addition, spectrum users may generate and disseminate maps illustrating desired spectrum. By comparing graphical representations of spectrum availability to desired spectrum, available spectrum use rights of holders may be matched to the desired spectrum of users. Use rights in matched spectrum may then be offered by holders and/or requested or bid upon by users.

Abstract: Systems and methods for planning a wireless network are disclosed. Attributes of the wireless network may be determined from minimal information. For instance, based on a specified coverage area and network usage information, and without operating frequency information, base station equipment models may be determined. An estimated number of base stations to deploy the network also may be determined. Also, a geographic extent of the network for regulatory compliance and acquisition of spectrum use rights may be determined.

Abstract: A map-based system displays a map of spectrum allocation information in a multi-dimensional representation. The system may provide a two-dimensional or three-dimensional area map of a geographic location of interest from an aerial perspective. In another dimension in the elevation direction, allocated spectrum segments may be stacked on the map to provide a representation of spectrum rights allocated in the selected geographical location. Time may provide an additional dimensional aspect to the map. A user may display the spectrum allocation map for a single instant in time, or view a dynamic map that displays the changing spectrum allocation over a time range. A user may also employ search criteria to filter the map display of spectrum allocation information by a specific frequency range, holder/licensee name, channel block, time window, lease or license expiration data, and other criteria.

Abstract: A system and methods are provided by which a spectrum holder may employ a graphical user interface to generate a spectrum rights offering. A holder may begin by selecting spectrum from which spectrum rights are to be offered. The holder may specify at least one partitioning parameter to partition the selected spectrum by geographic unit, such as county, zip code, etc. The spectrum holder may then identify an offering area by selecting one or more geographic areas corresponding to the geographic unit of the partitioning parameter. The spectrum holder may define various details or parameters for the offering, such as, for example, offering type, applicable dates associated with the offering, and usage restrictions. After the offering details are defined, the holder may price the offering based on a variety of pricing options, such as a set price, price per population, price per area, price per megahertz, and others.

Abstract: Map-based systems and methods may be used to identify favorable opportunities for transferring apportioned spectrum use rights. Holders of spectrum use rights may generate and disseminate maps illustrating portions of available and non-available spectrum use rights. In addition, spectrum users may generate and disseminate maps illustrating desired spectrum. By comparing graphical representations of spectrum availability to desired spectrum, available spectrum use rights of holders may be matched to the desired spectrum of users. Use rights in matched spectrum may then be offered by holders and/or requested or bid upon by users.

Abstract: A map-based system displays a map of spectrum allocation information in a multi-dimensional representation. The system may provide a two-dimensional or three-dimensional area map of a geographic location of interest from an aerial perspective. In another dimension in the elevation direction, allocated spectrum segments may be stacked on the map to provide a representation of spectrum rights allocated in the selected geographical location. Time may provide an additional dimensional aspect to the map. A user may display the spectrum allocation map for a single instant in time, or view a dynamic map that displays the changing spectrum allocation over a time range. A user may also employ search criteria to filter the map display of spectrum allocation information by a specific frequency range, holder/licensee name, channel block, time window, lease or license expiration data, and other criteria.

Abstract: Systems and methods for planning a wireless network are disclosed. Attributes of the wireless network may be determined from minimal information. For instance, based on a specified coverage area and network usage information, and without operating frequency information, base station equipment models may be determined. An estimated number of base stations to deploy the network also may be determined. Also, a geographic extent of the network for regulatory compliance and acquisition of spectrum use rights may be determined.