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Research team manufactures the first universal, programmable and multifunctional photonic chip
A team from the Photonics Research Laboratory (PRL)-iTEAM of the Universitat Politècnica de València and the company iPRONICS have designed and manufactured a revolutionary chip for the telecommunications sector, data centers and infrastructure associated with artificial intelligence computing systems. It is the first universal, programmable, and multifunctional photonic chip worldwide.... Read more
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Metasurface antenna could enable future 6G communications networks
A team led by researchers from the University of Glasgow has developed an innovative wireless communications antenna that combines the unique properties of metamaterials with sophisticated signal processing to deliver a new peak of performance.... Read more
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Could new technique for 'curving' light be the secret to improved wireless communication?
While cellular networks and Wi-Fi systems are more advanced than ever, they are also quickly reaching their bandwidth limits. Scientists know that in the near future they'll need to transition to much higher communication frequencies than what current systems rely on, but before that can happen there are a number... Read more
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3D reflector microchips could speed development of 6G wireless
Cornell University researchers have developed a semiconductor chip that will enable ever-smaller devices to operate at the higher frequencies needed for future 6G communication technology.... Read more
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Scientists enhance wireless communication with three-dimensional processors
Scientists at the University of Florida have pioneered a method for using semiconductor technology to manufacture processors that significantly enhance the efficiency of transmitting vast amounts of data across the globe. The innovation, featured on the current cover of the journal Nature Electronics, is poised to transform the landscape of... Read more
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All-light communication network bridges space, air and sea for seamless connectivity
Researchers have developed an all-light communication network that enables seamless connectivity across space, air, and underwater environments. The new network design combines different types of light sources to ensure connectivity no matter the environment.... Read more
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Researchers create new compound to build space-age antennas
In a first-of-its-kind development, UBC Okanagan researchers, in collaboration with Drexel University, have created a new compound that can be used to 3D print telecommunication antennas and other connectivity devices. These 3D printed products, created by combining a two-dimensional compound called MXenes with a polymer, can be used as an... Read more
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Fiber optic cables are an effective way to detect tsunamis, researchers show
Fiber optic cables that line ocean floors could provide a less expensive, more comprehensive alternative to the current buoys that act as early warning systems for tsunamis, says a University of Michigan researcher.... Read more
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Photonics-based wireless link breaks speed records for data transmission
From coffee shop customers who connect their laptops to the local Wi-Fi network to remote weather monitoring stations in the Antarctic, wireless communication is an essential part of modern life. Researchers worldwide are currently working on the next evolution of communication networks, called "beyond 5G" or 6G networks.... Read more
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New, portable antenna could help restore communication after disasters
Researchers from Stanford and the American University of Beirut have developed a lightweight, portable antenna that can communicate with satellites and devices on the ground, making it easier to coordinate rescue and relief efforts in disaster-prone areas.... Read more
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Researchers develop world's first universal metasurface antenna for high-security 6G communications
A research team led by Professor Chan Chi-hou, Chair Professor of Electronic Engineering at City University of Hong Kong (CityU), achieved an unprecedented advance in antenna technology by making possible the manipulation of all five fundamental properties of electromagnetic waves through software control.... Read more
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Low-cost adaptable testbed design for terahertz technology
Terahertz communication will shape the future of wireless networks. Extensive high data rates with secure networks are possible with terahertz technology. However, such a high frequency also presents well-known challenges, such as limited range and susceptibility to atmospheric absorption.... Read more
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Researchers use AI to make mobile networks more efficient
A new artificial intelligence (AI) model, developed by the University of Surrey, could help the UK's telecommunications network save up to 76% in network resources compared to the market's most robust Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) system—and improve the environmental sustainability of mobile networks by using less energy.... Read more
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Miniaturized free-space optical breakthrough unlocks high-speed wireless communication anywhere
In a world that relies on high-speed internet and seamless communication, the absence of a reliable fiber connection can be a significant hurdle. Fortunately, a cutting-edge technology known as free-space optical communication (FSO) offers a flexible solution for field-deployable high-speed wireless communication in areas where fiber connections are unavailable.... Read more
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Amazon launches test satellites for its planned internet service to compete with SpaceX
Amazon launched the first test satellites for its planned internet service on Friday as a rival to SpaceX's broadband network.... Read more