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6G Wireless Communications and Mobile Networking

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  • May 2021
  • Bentham Science Publishers Ltd
  • ID: 5345932
6G Wireless Communications and Mobile Networking introduces the key technologies behind 6G wireless communication and mobile networking to the reader. The book starts with a general vision of 6G technology, which includes the motivation that drives 6G research, the international organizations working on 6G standardization and recent progress in 6G research. Separate chapters on millimeter-wave and terahertz-wave technologies in 6G, the development of latest 6G antenna technology as well as related wireless communication applications are included in the contents. The book also provides details about the 6G network layer, such as self-organizing network driven by network slicing, software-defined networking and network function virtualization. Finally, it covers some popular research topics, including the challenges and solutions to massive 6G IoT networks, 6G cloud/edge computing and big data systems that may appear in the foreseeable future.

Key Features:
  • Provides a complete introduction to 6G vision and technology
  • Consists of both basic theories and frontier technologies
  • Separate chapters on key topics such as 6G physical layers, millimeter wave and terahertz technology and advanced antenna arrays
  • Covers future trends and applications such as intelligent management systems, 6G IoT networks, cloud/edge computing and big data applications

This focused reference will significantly enhance the knowledge of engineering students and apprentices involved in the field of telecommunications. Readers interested in cutting edge wireless networking technologies will also benefit from the information provided.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Explaining 6G Spectrum Thz, Mmwave, Sub 6, and Low-Band


  • The Sixth Generation Mobile Communication (6G)
  • The Inevitability of 6G Research
  • The 10-Year Cycled Rule
  • “Catfish Effect”
  • The Explosive Potential of IoT Business Models
  • The 5G Performance Would Limit New IoT Applications
  • International Organization for Standardization
  • International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
  • The Third Generation Partnership Project (3Gpp)
  • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
  • 6G Research Progress in Some Countries/Regions
  • European Union
  • United States
  • Japan
  • South Korea
  • China
  • 6G Spectrum Composition
  • Spectrum Requirements for 6G
  • Sub-6
  • The Low Frequency Spectrum
  • Added Spectrum of 6 Ghz
  • Capacity and Coverage
  • The Spectrum Allocation of Sub-6
  • Spectrum for 5G NR
  • Spectrum Selection of Systems
  • Mmwave
  • 6G Mmwave Communication
  • Advantages of Mmwave
  • Unlicensed Mmwave Bands
  • Spectrum Options for 6G
  • Terahertz (Thz)
  • 6G Terahertz Communication
  • Terahertz Spectrum
  • Advantages of Terahertz
  • Challenges in the Terahertz Bands
  • Related Technology for Terahertz Communication
  • Summary
  • Consent for Publication
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Acknowledgements
  • References

Chapter 2 Millimeter Wave Communication Technology


  • Introduction
  • Xianzhong Xie, Bo Rong and Michel Kadoch
  • Aart W. Kleyn, Wei Luo and Bo Yin
  • Characteristic and Application of Millimeter Wave
  • Characteristic of Millimeter Wave
  • Usable Frequency Bandwidth and Large Information Capacity
  • Short Wavelength in Millimeter Wave Band
  • Significant Impact of the Atmosphere on Millimeter Wave Transmission
  • Application of Millimeter Wave
  • Millimeter Wave Communication System
  • Millimeter Wave Weapon
  • Millimeter Wave Imaging Technology
  • Millimeter Wave Radar
  • Millimeter Wave Technology in Mobile Communication
  • Millimeter Wave Propagation Model and Channel Model
  • Large-Scale Loss Propagation Model
  • Small-Scale Propagation Model
  • Millimeter Wave Channel Model
  • Miweba Channel Model
  • Metis Channel Model
  • New York University Channel Model
  • Mmmagic Channel Model
  • 5Gcm Channel Model
  • 3Gpp High Frequency Channel Model
  • Shortage of Existing Millimeter Wave Channel and Its Future Development Trend
  • The Waveform of Millimeter Wave in Mobile Communication
  • Performance of Candidate Waves in High Frequency Band of Mobile Communication
  • The Influence of Rf Link on Millimeter Wave Waveform Signal
  • Massive Mimo for Millimeter Wave Communication
  • Basic Architecture of Millimeter Wave Massive Mimo
  • Current Research Direction
  • Hybrid Beamforming in Mimo
  • Millimeter Wave Network Backhaul Technology in Mobile Communication
  • Millimeter Wave Backhaul Network Architecture
  • Millimeter Wave Network Backhaul Technology
  • 5G Nr Technology
  • Self-Backhaul Technology
  • Small Base Station Backhaul Technology
  • Key Technologies for Mmwave Network Backhaul
  • Effective Spatial Reuse
  • Efficient Path Establishment
  • Reasonable Resource Allocation
  • Convenient Access Network Cache
  • Millimeter Wave Network Technology in Mobile Communications
  • Ultra-Dense Network
  • Key Technology of Network
  • Virtual Layer Technology
  • Multi-Connection Technology
  • Anti-Interference Management
  • Wireless Return Method
  • Problems Faced by Network
  • System Interference
  • System Cost and Energy Consumption
  • Low-Power Base Station
  • Udn Deployment Plan
  • Deployment Plan
  • Deployment Architecture
  • Main Components of Millimeter Wave Communication
  • Filter
  • Adc/Dac
  • Oscillator
  • Power Amplifier
  • Summary
  • Consent for Publication
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Acknowledgements
  • References

Chapter 3 Antenna Evolution for Massive Mimo


  • Introduction
  • Overview of Antenna in Wireless Communication
  • Evolution of Base Station Antenna
  • Wide Band Antenna
  • Miniaturization Technology for Base Station Antenna
  • Active Base Station Antenna System
  • Multiple Beam Antenna System
  • Development of User Equipment Antenna
  • Electromagnetic Decoupling of Antenna Elements
  • Design of Integrated Antenna
  • Requirements of Communication Technology on Antenna Technology
  • Development Trends of Massive Mimo Antenna for 6G
  • Massive Mimo for 6G
  • Principle of Massive Mimo
  • Fundamental Theory of Massive Mimo
  • Ris-Aided Wireless Communications
  • A. Capacity Rate Enhancement
  • B. Power Optimizations
  • C. Channel Estimation
  • D. Deep Learning-Based Design
  • E. Secure Communications
  • F. Terminal-Positioning and Other Novel Applications
  • Massive Mimo Antenna for Mobile Communications
  • Massive Mimo Antenna Array Design and Synthesis
  • Massive Mimo Antenna Decoupling Technology
  • Large-Scale Antenna Beamforming Technology
  • Null-Notch Beamforming Algorithm Based on Lms Criterion
  • Design of Feed Network and Rf Front-End
  • Feeding Technology of Base Station Antenna
  • Design of Rf Front-End for Large-Scale Active Antenna
  • Antenna Selection Technology
  • Antenna Selection Criteria and Classification
  • Optimal Antenna Selection Algorithm
  • Incremental Antenna Selection Algorithm
  • Decreasing Antenna Selection Algorithm
  • Min Wang and Brian D. Gerardot
  • Measurement Technology of Massive Mimo Antenna
  • Ota Testing Requirements for Massive Mimo Antenna
  • Near-Field and Far-Field Measurement
  • Far-Field Test
  • Near-Field Test
  • Ota Testing Process
  • Summary
  • Consent for Publication
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Acknowledgements
  • References

Chapter 4 Terahertz Technology Applied in Mobile Communications 149


  • Introduction
  • Terahertz Technologies
  • Terahertz Wave
  • Terahertz Devices
  • Terahertz Sources
  • Terahertz Modulators
  • Terahertz Amplitude Modulator
  • Terahertz Phase Modulator
  • Terahertz Antennas
  • Terahertz Detectors
  • Applications
  • Imaging
  • Spectral Analysis
  • Communications
  • Difference with Other Communications
  • Terahertz Wireless Communications
  • Terahertz Wireless Communication Systems
  • Solid State System
  • Direct Modulation System
  • Key Technologies in Terahertz Communications
  • Transceiver
  • Pure Electronic Devices
  • Optical Heterodyne Method
  • Semiconductor Laser
  • Detector
  • Direct Detection Terahertz Receiver
  • Superheterodyne Detection Receiver
  • Beamforming and Beam Tracking
  • Path Loss, Noise, Capacity
  • Transmission Loss and Noise
  • Reflection Loss
  • Scattering Loss
  • Channel Cavity
  • Terahertz Channel Model
  • Outdoor Channel Model
  • Indoor Channel Model
  • Ray Tracing
  • Anthony J. Vickers and Jia Ran
  • Terahertz Wireless Mobile Communications
  • Wpan and Wlan
  • Vr
  • Directional Networks
  • Secure Communications
  • Summary
  • Consent for Publication
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Acknowledgements
  • References

Chapter 5 Intelligent Network Slicing Management and Control For


  • 6G Mobile Networks
  • Introduction
  • Network Slicing and Its New Requirements for 6G
  • The Concept of Network Slicing
  • Network Slicing Management in 5G
  • Requirements of 6G Network Slicing
  • Flexibility and Scalability in the Slicing Management Architecture
  • Efficient Resource Allocation and Orchestration
  • Adaptive Service Function Chaining and Recursion
  • Son-Driven Network Slicing for 6G Networks
  • Son-Driven Network Slicing Management Architecture
  • Management Process in Son-Driven Nsma
  • Prediction-Based Robust Dynamic Slicing
  • 1) Scaling
  • 2) Remapping
  • 3) Appending
  • Case Study and Numerical Evaluations
  • Case Study
  • Numerical Results
  • Summary
  • Consent for Publication
  • Conflict of Interest
  • Acknowledgements
  • References

Chapter 6 Applications and Implementations of 6G Internet of Things 208


  • Introduction
  • Internet of Things
  • The Impact of IoT Application Requirements on 6G
  • New Features of Vehicular IoT Applications
  • Vehicular IoT Demands More Than 5G
  • The Concept and Vision of 6G Massive IoT
  • The Development of Massive IoT Concepts
  • 5G Massive IoT
  • B5G/6G Massive IoT
  • Main Features of 6G Massive IoT
  • Typical Scenarios & Applications
  • The Challenge and Potential Technologies of 6G Vehicular IoT

Author

  • Xianzhong Xie
  • Bo Rong
  • Michel Kadoch