5G Advanced and 6G Research
2 What is 5G Advanced?
5G Advanced is the next evolution of 5G, defined by 3GPP Release 18 and beyond, aiming to enhance and extend 5G capabilities before 6G arrives around 2030.
3 Key Goals of 5G Advanced:
1 Higher performance in throughput, latency, and reliability.
2 Better energy efficiency and network automation using AI/ML.
3 Enhanced mobility and positioning capabilities.
4 Support for new verticals, like industrial IoT, AR/VR, and vehicle-to-everything (V2X).
5 Integrated AI in RAN (Radio Access Networks) for dynamic optimization.
4 6G Research Overview
6G represents the next generation of wireless networks, expected around 2030, with ongoing research by major bodies like ITU, 3GPP, ETSI, Next G Alliance, and companies including Huawei, Nokia, Ericsson, Samsung, and Qualcomm.
5 Vision and Objectives:
6 Extreme performance:
1 Terabit-per-second speeds
2 Microsecond-level latency
3 10× energy and spectrum efficiency
1 Ubiquitous intelligence: Native integration of AI/ML in all network layers.
2 Integrated sensing and communication: Networks act as sensors for physical environments.
3 6G spectrum: Focus on sub-THz and terahertz (THz) bands.
4 Sustainability: Green technologies with minimal energy footprint.
5 Network of networks: Seamless integration of terrestrial, aerial (UAV), and satellite networks.
6 Human-centric connectivity: Holographic communications, tactile internet, brain-computer interfaces.
