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AI in 6G development: Outlining its direction and purpose
The University of Oulu's 6G research program was the first in the world to publish a 6G White Paper in 2019. It was jointly prepared by several dozen experts. In the following two years, several papers on different aspects ...
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Telecom
Electromagnetic wave absorber enhances terahertz technology for future 6G networks
Sixth-generation, or 6G, cellular networks are the next step in wireless communication, and electromagnetic terahertz waves are seen as crucial to its development. However, terahertz waves, with their higher frequency and ...
Feb 10, 2025
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Low-cost radar network offers real-time drone tracking and collision prevention
With the exponential rise in drone activity, safely managing low-flying airspace has become challenging—especially in highly populated areas. Just last month, an unauthorized drone collided with a "Super Scooper" aircraft ...
Feb 10, 2025
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AI-powered method improves reliability of next-generation networks
As 5G and 6G networks expand, they promise a future of incredibly fast and reliable wireless connections. A key technology behind this is millimeter-wave (mmWave), which uses very high-frequency radio waves to transmit huge ...
Feb 6, 2025
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Scientists develop ultra-thin absorbers with record-breaking bandwidth
Absorbing layers have been fundamental to advancements in technologies like energy harvesting, stealth systems, and communication networks. These absorbers efficiently capture electromagnetic waves across broad frequency ...
Jan 27, 2025
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Engineering
NASA's 3D-printed antenna takes additive manufacturing to new heights
In fall 2024, NASA developed and tested a 3D-printed antenna to demonstrate a low-cost capability to communicate science data to Earth. The antenna, tested in flight using an atmospheric weather balloon, could open the door ...
Jan 22, 2025
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Electronics & Semiconductors
Programmable metasurface antenna exhibits remarkable wireless information mapping efficiency
In recent years, electronics engineers worldwide have been trying to develop new hardware that could further boost the speed and efficiency of wireless communications. Digitally programmable metasurfaces, advanced artificial ...
Jan 17, 2025
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Engineering
Precise positioning in challenging environments: A new anchor approach to ultra-wideband-assisted navigation
A new study has introduced an advanced method for visual-inertial navigation, utilizing a single Ultra-Wideband (UWB) anchor with an unknown position to achieve exceptional positioning accuracy and robustness in environments ...
Jan 14, 2025
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Telecom
Internet calling: US government approves funding for smartphone broadband
Look up: Can you see the sky?
Jan 9, 2025
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Business
AT&T knows telecoms don't have the best reputation: New outage guarantee aims to fix that
AT&T is trying to address one of the biggest frustrations for wireless phone and internet customers—losing service to outages and still paying for it.
Jan 9, 2025
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Engineering
Low-cost system eliminates need for power-hungry signal transmitters in industrial machine communication
Researchers have found a low-power, inexpensive way for large numbers of devices, such as machines in factories and equipment in labs, to share information by efficiently using signals at untapped high frequencies.
Jan 8, 2025
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Telecom
Doppler radar tracks non-weather debris to aid emergency response
Researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory are using non-weather data from the nationwide weather radar network to understand how to track non-meteorological events moving through the air for ...
Jan 6, 2025
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Telecom
New technology doubles radar resolution using novel algorithms
Researchers have developed a new radar signal–processing technology that can dramatically enhance the resolution of existing low-resolution radars. This technology enables precise object recognition using existing hardware ...
Dec 30, 2024
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Telecom
Charge your phone in your pocket with new wireless technology
A groundbreaking advancement in technology is paving the way for mobile phones and other electronic devices to recharge simply by being kept in a pocket. This innovative system enables wireless charging throughout three-dimensional ...
Dec 19, 2024
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Robotics
Listening for the right radio signals could be an effective way to track small drones
The recent spate of unidentified drone sightings in the U.S., including some near sensitive locations such as airports and military installations, has caused significant public concern.
Dec 18, 2024
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Software
Novel antenna tech enables multi-signal transmission for 6G networks
A breakthrough in antenna technology that could revolutionize the future of wireless communications, particularly for the upcoming 6th generation (6G) networks, has been announced by a research team led by Professor Chan ...
Dec 15, 2024
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Telecom
Low-cost vortex beam generators could boost 5G/6G networks
Researchers have developed a 3D-printed device that generates twisting light beams with orbital angular momentum (OAM), a form of rotational energy that can carry more data than regular beams. The efficient, compact and low-cost ...
Dec 12, 2024
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Telecom
Shaping the future of indoor wireless connectivity: Quantum-inspired modular optical phased arrays
As our devices multiply and data demands grow, traditional wireless systems are hitting their limits. To meet these challenges, we have turned to an innovative solution. At the University of Melbourne and Monash University, ...
Telecom
Prototype network achieves seamless all-light mobile communication across air, land and sea
Researchers have demonstrated a prototype mobile all-light communication network, paving the way for seamless connectivity across air, land and underwater environments—even when communication nodes are on a moving vehicle. ...
Dec 10, 2024
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Telecom
Why does UK lag on 5G mobile connectivity?
By approving a merger of Vodafone and Three in the UK, the country has secured a commitment from the mobile phone operators to invest billions of pounds on 5G connectivity.
Dec 5, 2024
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Engineering
GPS alternative for drone navigation uses visual data from stars
A surge in GPS jamming attacks in drone warfare has inspired Australian researchers to develop a celestial navigation system that uses visual data from stars rather than relying on the global positioning system.
Dec 3, 2024
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Telecom
Research study sets path for a global 5G space network
Researchers have achieved a breakthrough by mapping out the future of space-enabled 5G telecommunications. The 5G Infrastructure Study (5G-IS), funded by ESA's Connectivity and Secure Communications directorate, provides ...
Dec 3, 2024
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Telecom
Data cable running across Sweden-Finland border suffers damage
A data cable running across the land border between Sweden and Finland has been damaged, a company providing digital infrastructure and data communication in Northern Europe said Tuesday.
Dec 3, 2024
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Telecom
AI identifies non-line-of-sight errors in global navigation satellite systems
In urban environments, Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) often struggle with signal obstructions caused by tall buildings, vehicles, and other structures. These obstacles lead to Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) errors that ...
Dec 2, 2024
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Telecom
Cellphone outage in Denmark causes widespread disruption and hits emergency services
One of Denmark's largest cellphone networks suffered severe outages Thursday that prevented people from contacting emergency services, forced at least one hospital to reduce non-critical medical care, and prompted security ...
Nov 28, 2024
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