The technology underpinning 5G

Solution‐Processed Ti3C2Tx MXene Antennas for Radio‐Frequency Communication

“…Wireless communication in the Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming ubiquitous with the large‐scale deployment of the fifth‐generation (5G) networks. [ 1 ] New communication protocols coupled with existing standards make the frequency requirements diverse and divergent. Integration of radio‐frequency (RF) antennas and circuits at wide frequencies is challenging, but is essential for device–device communication in IoT systems.…”

100 GHz zinc oxide Schottky diodes processed from solution on a wafer scale

“…1 ). International standardization of these frequency bands should allow for the prompt development of a holistic 5G era that extends beyond mobile communications towards smart homes, smart factories, virtual reality and vehicle connectivity 2 . Building on the technical breakthroughs that should make such services a reality, preparation for the sixth generation (6G) of wireless communications is now underway 3 .…”

Electro‐Blown Spun Silk/Graphene Nanoionotronic Skin for Multifunctional Fire Protection and Alarm

“…With the advent of the 5G era, artificial intelligence robots, such as humanoid robots, mobile manipulation robots, and automatic probe robots, are going to be a major area of growth. [ 1–4 ] Like other industrial electronics technologies, the safety of these artificial intelligence systems will be a significant concern as they are often used in flammable, easy to produce electrostatic, and explosive environments. There are not many choices for the materials used for the body of these automation devices as the skeletons of most of these devices can only be composed of lightweight metals or high‐performance polymers to match the complex indoor and outdoor operational needs.…”