Chinese researchers have developed a high-speed, ultra-wideband chip that will power future 6G networks. This system, a joint effort between scientists from Peking University and the City University of Hong Kong, is expected to significantly increase the efficiency and reliability of 6G technology.
Chinese researchers could make a breakthrough in 6G
This developed chip utilizes a photonic-electronic hybrid integration method to enable high-speed and frequency-adjustable wireless transmission. Its key feature is that it supports high-speed data transmission across all frequencies between 500 MHz and 115 GHz.
Most existing technologies can only operate within specific frequency ranges due to design and material limitations. This new chip addresses this challenge by offering flexible operation across different frequency bands.
Wang Xingjun, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Electronics at Peking University, describes this technology as a “super-wide highway.” Wang explains that electronic signals are like vehicles, and frequency bands are like lanes. With the new system, signals can now use multiple lanes instead of being confined to a single lane. This allows signals to flexibly switch to another when one lane is congested, enabling faster and more seamless communication.
In laboratory tests, the system has been shown to be capable of data transfers exceeding 100 Gbps. This speed is enough to seamlessly stream 1,000 8K ultraHD videos simultaneously. This ensures high speeds for 6G while maintaining performance across the entire frequency range.
The research team is working to increase the system’s integration level and develop smart modules that are smaller, lighter, and consume less power. According to Wang, this technology will enable future 6G networks to be powered by artificial intelligence algorithms.
This will enable much more secure, flexible, and efficient communication, with capabilities such as instantaneous data transfer, precise environmental sensing, and automatic interference suppression. What are your thoughts on this? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.
