Challenges and Applications of Millimeter Wave Communication – A Review
Keywords:
Beyond 5G wireless communication, Millimeter waves, Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO), Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM), Personal Area Networks (PANs)Abstract
The spectrum crunch for future wireless communication applications, such as cellular communication, Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs), and Personal Area Networks (PANs), can be addressed by employing millimeter waves. This approach drives human productivity and innovation across various fields. The increasing demand for higher data rates for media communication, coupled with the need for lower delays and uninterrupted connectivity due to the widespread use of smart handheld devices, makes millimeter waves a promising solution at a reasonable cost. The massive bandwidth available with millimeter wave frequencies offers a key technology for extending both existing and emerging wireless network deployments.
The advancement in millimeter wave technology has been driven not only by consumer demands but also by rapid developments in millimeter wave integrated circuits used for signal generation, amplification, modulation/demodulation, and antennas for transmission. This paper provides an overview of the advantages, disadvantages, applications, and challenges associated with the implementation of millimeter waves for various wireless network services.
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