The Latest Wireless Industry Use Cases

By Chaimaa Aarab - 26 Nov, 2024 - Comments: 0

The wireless industry evolves constantly; GSMA estimates that mobile technologies and services generated 5% of the global GDP in 2022, which equates to $5.2 trillion of economic value. In parallel, more than 5.4 billion people subscribed to a mobile service, with 4.4 billion connected to the mobile internet. These numbers are impressive, but there is much more to come. 5G networks promise exp... » read more

Revolutionizing High-Performance Silicon With Next-Gen Chiplets

By Shivi Arora - 31 Oct, 2024 - Comments: 0

By Shivi Arora and Sue Hung Fung As 5G wireless communications systems continue to be deployed, enterprises are busy planning for 6G—the next generation of wireless communications set to transform our lives. Poised to merge communication and computing, 6G promises to create a hyperconnected world that blends digital and physical experiences with ultra-fast speeds and low latency as a start... » read more

Signals In The Noise: Tackling High-Frequency IC Test

By Gregory Haley - 15 Oct, 2024 - Comments: 0

The need for high-frequency semiconductor devices is surging, fueled by growing demand for advanced telecommunications, faster sensors, and increasingly autonomous vehicles. The advent of millimeter-wave communication in 5G and 6G is pushing manufacturers to develop chips capable of handling frequencies that were once considered out of reach. However, while these technologies promise faster ... » read more

Flip-Chip Bonding Technique To Excite LN Resonators Via Noncontact Electrodes (Yale)

By Technical Paper Link - 09 Sep, 2024 - Comments: 0

A new technical paper titled "Noncontact excitation of multi-GHz lithium niobate electromechanical resonators" was published by researchers at Yale University. Abstract "The demand for high-performance electromechanical resonators is ever-growing across diverse applications, ranging from sensing and time-keeping to advanced communication devices. Among the electromechanical materials being ... » read more

6G And Beyond: Overall Vision And Survey of Research

By Technical Paper Link - 16 Jul, 2024 - Comments: 0

A new 92 page technical paper titled "6G: The Intelligent Network of Everything -- A Comprehensive Vision, Survey, and Tutorial" was published by IEEE researchers at Finland's University of Oulu. Abstract "The global 6G vision has taken its shape after years of international research and development efforts. This work culminated in ITU-R's Recommendation on "IMT-2030 Framework". While the d... » read more

Embracing The Future: 5G NTN – Satellite Service For The Masses

By Allison Freedman - 30 May, 2024 - Comments: 0

In a world where communication is paramount, access to reliable networks is not just a luxury but a necessity. Traditionally, satellite communications have been reserved for specialized terminals with cumbersome antennas and costly subscription plans. However, with the advent of 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), the landscape of satellite phone availability is undergoing a revolutionary tran... » read more

RF General-Purpose Photonic Processor

By Technical Paper Link - 17 Apr, 2024 - Comments: 0

A new technical paper titled "General-purpose programmable photonic processor for advanced radiofrequency applications" was published by researchers at Universitat Politècnica de València and iPronics. Abstract "A general-purpose photonic processor can be built integrating a silicon photonic programmable core in a technology stack comprising an electronic monitoring and controlling layer ... » read more

Reaching For The Stars: Embracing Non-Terrestrial Networks In The Age Of 5G And Beyond

By Alejandro Escobar Calderon - 12 Mar, 2024 - Comments: 0

In the realm of modern connectivity, the race towards faster, more reliable networks has been relentless. With the advent of 5G technology, humanity is on the brink of a new era of communication, promising unprecedented speeds and capabilities. However, as we stand on the precipice of this digital revolution, it's imperative to look beyond the terrestrial confines that have defined our networks... » read more

CMOS-Compatible, On-Chip, Compact And Wideband Nanoacoustic Pass-Band Filters For 5G And 6G

By Technical Paper Link - 22 Feb, 2024 - Comments: 0

A technical paper titled “Compact and wideband nanoacoustic pass-band filters for future 5G and 6G cellular radios” was published by researchers at Northeastern University. Abstract: "Over recent years, the surge in mobile communication has deepened global connectivity. With escalating demands for faster data rates, the push for higher carrier frequencies intensifies. The 7–20 GHz ran... » read more

Bridging The Connectivity Gap: Unraveling The Complexities Of Wireless Standard Deployments

By Alejandro Escobar Calderon - 08 Feb, 2024 - Comments: 0

By Alejandro Escobar Calderon and John Ye In the fast-paced world of technological evolution, the deployment of wireless standards has been touted as the gateway to a connected future. The promise of lightning-fast wireless connectivity has been a driving force behind the relentless pursuit of cutting-edge standards such as 4G, 5G, and new network architectures like Open RAN (O-RAN). However... » read more

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