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Evolution of Wireless Communication to 6G: Potential Applications and Research Directions

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  • Muhammad Zeeshan Asghar

    (Department of Communications and Networking, Aalto University, 02150 Espoo, Finland
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Shafique Ahmed Memon

    (Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Sindh, Jamshoro 76080, Pakistan
    These authors contributed equally to this work.)

  • Jyri Hämäläinen

    (Department of Communications and Networking, Aalto University, 02150 Espoo, Finland)

Abstract

The fifth-generation mobile network (5G), as the fundamental enabler of Industry 4.0, has facilitated digital transformation and smart manufacturing through AI and cloud computing (CC). However, B5G is viewed as a turning point that will fundamentally transform existing global trends in wireless communication practices as well as in the lives of masses. B5G foresees a world where physical–digital confluence takes place. This study intends to see the world beyond 5G with the transition to 6G assuming the lead as future wireless communication technology. However, despite several developments, the dream of an era without latency, unprecedented speed internet, and extraterrestrial communication has yet to become a reality. This article explores main impediments and challenges that the 5G–6G transition may face in achieving these greater ideals. This article furnishes the vision for 6G, facilitating technology infrastructures, challenges, and research leads towards the ultimate achievement of “technology for humanity” objective and better service to underprivileged people.

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  • Muhammad Zeeshan Asghar & Shafique Ahmed Memon & Jyri Hämäläinen, 2022. "Evolution of Wireless Communication to 6G: Potential Applications and Research Directions," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 14(10), pages 1-26, May.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jsusta:v:14:y:2022:i:10:p:6356-:d:821959
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