Researchers at the University of Glasgow have developed a groundbreaking antenna, the size of a matchbook, with potential applications ranging from holographic calls to medical care advancements. This antenna, called the digitally coded dynamic metasurface antenna (DMA), utilizes metamaterials and sophisticated signal processing, promising to revolutionize wireless communication.
Operating at a frequency of 60 GHz in the millimeter-wave (mmWave) band, the DMA represents a significant leap in adaptive antenna technology. Its ability to operate in this higher frequency band positions it as a key component for future 6G networks, enabling ultra-fast data transfer and high reliability.
Led by Professor Qammer H. Abbasi, the research team highlights the DMA’s potential in various fields. In medicine, it could revolutionize patient monitoring and movement tracking. Additionally, it could enhance autonomous systems, improving the performance of self-driving cars and drones.
Dr. Masood Ur Rahman, who spearheaded the antenna’s development, envisions a transformative impact of 6G technology on society. With its programmable beam control and beam-shaping capabilities, the DMA could facilitate advanced applications like mmWave holographic imaging and wireless power transfer, laying the groundwork for the next generation of wireless communication.
