Next-generation Communication Network
Exploring the evolution toward 6G networks, focusing on extreme connectivity, AI-native air interfaces, and integrated non-terrestrial networks.
Next-generation communication networks, particularly 6G, aim to move beyond traditional terrestrial connectivity to provide a “network of everything.” This evolution is characterized by several key pillars: extreme high data rates, ultra-low latency, and massive machine-type communications. Unlike previous generations, 6G is expected to be AI-native, where machine learning is integrated into every layer of the protocol stack to optimize performance dynamically.
A significant shift in next-generation networks is the transition from purely terrestrial coverage to 3D connectivity through Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN). This includes the integration of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, High-Altitude Platform Systems (HAPS), and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to provide seamless global coverage, even in remote or maritime areas. Furthermore, technologies like Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) and Terahertz (THz) communications are being explored to overcome physical limitations and enable new applications such as high-precision industrial automation and real-time remote monitoring.
Our research focuses on the architectural shifts required to support these diverse requirements. We investigate how edge computing and intelligent resource management can be integrated to bring processing power closer to the user, reducing end-to-end latency and improving resource efficiency in highly dynamic environments.