In telecommunications, 6G is the sixth-generation standard currently under development for wireless communications technologies supporting cellular data networks. It is the planned successor to 5G and will likely be significantly faster. Like its predecessors, 6G networks will probably be broadband cellular networks, in which the service area is divided into small geographical areas called cells. Several companies (Keysight, Nokia, Ericsson, Huawei, Samsung, LG, Apple, Xiaomi), as well as several countries (China, India, Japan and Singapore), have shown interest in 6G networks.
China successfully launched an experimental test satellite
with candidates for 6G technology into orbit, along with 12 other satellites,
using a Long March 6 launch vehicle rocket. The satellite is intended to
"verify the terahertz (THz) communication technology in space
It is understood that all countries have now joined the 6G race, after Nikkei and Tokyo-based research firm Cyber, Creative Institute investigated about 20,000 patent applications for nine core 6G technologies, including communications, quantum technology, base stations and artificial intelligence. Countries with more patent filings tend to lead in advanced technologies and thus have a greater say in industry standards.
6G connectivity has performance requirements that include a
peak data rate of 1 Tbps, latency of under 100 µs, etc. Compared to the current
networking technology, 6G can deliver 50 times higher peak data rates and
reduce latency by 10 times.
The survey results show that China tops the list with 40.3%
of 6G patent applications, followed by the United States with 35.2%, followed
by Japan (9.9%), Europe (8.9%) and South Korea (4.2%). ).
government’s such as that of South Korea are especially
interested in the future of networking technology. The Presidential Transition
Committee said:
When it comes to future economic growth drivers, the current
government is focusing on non-memory chip, future cars and biotech, and
healthcare. The new government is planning to add 6G communications, secondary
battery, display, defense and aerospace, advanced nuclear power plant, and
digital content.
Many are aiming to develop 6G prototypes by 2026 so that the
technology can be easily commercialized by the late 2020s. However, the South
Korean government is eager to perfect the tech and wants it done as soon as possible.
A lot of research and developmental work still needs to be
done before 6G technology is perfected. However, progress is steady and the
plans of the South Korean government may become a reality quite soon.
Several countries are switching to 5G technology as the tech
was established over time. However, with that proving to be successful, many
are looking to soon move to 6G already. Tech companies and even governments
have taken a keen interest in the matter.
