5G’s massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) antennas multiply the radio linkage’s spectral efficiency, critical for higher frequencies . These antenna arrays can reach hundreds of elements in mmWave bands, enabling mmWave radios to form and guide electromagnetic energy beams.24 Haz 2021
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Possible 5G mmWave Deployment Scenarios
Read moreWhat is a distinguishing future of 5G mmWave?
While 5G mmWave unlocks the ultra-wide bandwidth opportunity (i.e., delivering multi-Gbps at much lower cost-per-bit), mmWave-enabled devices face additional power and thermal performance challenges as they operate at much wider bandwidths (e.g., 400/800 MHz) than traditional cellular systems.
Read moreWhat is millimeter-wave used for?
Millimeter waves are used for military fire-control radar, airport security scanners, short range wireless networks, and scientific research . In a major new application of millimeter waves, certain frequency ranges near the bottom of the band are being used in the newest generation of cell phone networks, 5G networks.
Read moreWhat is the 5G mmWave spectrum?
5G high bands (mmWave, also referred to as FR2) are found in the range of 24GHz to 40GHz . They deliver large quantities of spectrum and capacity over the shortest distances. They also use massive MIMO to expand capacity and extend coverage.
Read moreWhat is difference between 5G and mmWave?
Sub-6GHz 5G is essential for blanket coverage and bandwidth, while mmWave offers higher speeds over shorter distances . As such, mmWave deployments are limited to short distances, such as a few streets, and areas that benefit most from extreme high bandwidth, such as stadiums and city centers.
Read moreWhat are the mmWave 5G bands?
mmWave spectrum bands are being explicitly opened up to enable provision of 5G services. The 24.25–29.5 GHz range covering the overlapping bands n257 (26.5–29.5 GHz), n258 (24.25–27.5 GHz) and n261 (27.5–28.35 GHz) has been the most-licensed/deployed 5G mmWave spectrum range to date.
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