Abstract
We introduce the basic concept, background, and development of mobile communication systems from the first generation (1G) to the fifth generation (5G) including their antenna systems. We also describe the requirements for 5G networking and optimization of antenna systems, and present the basic principle of three-dimensional array antennas. Weight optimization methods of massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) antennas are proposed and verified. Finally, several ideas are given to solve the problem of power consumption of 5G antenna systems.
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Feng GAO designed the research. Feng GAO, Peng GAO, and Wen-tao ZHU processed the data. Feng GAO wrote the first draft of the manuscript. Wen-tao ZHU, Chen-xi ZHANG, and Xian-kun MENG helped organize the manuscript. Feng GAO, Peng GAO, and Run-hong SHAN revised and edited the final version.
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Feng GAO, Peng GAO, Wen-tao ZHU, Chen-xi ZHANG, Xian-kun MENG, and Run-hong SHAN declare that they have no conflict of interest.
Project supported by the National Major Projects of China (No. 2018ZX03001022-001)
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Gao, F., Gao, P., Zhu, Wt. et al. 5G evolution promoting innovation of antenna systems. Front Inform Technol Electron Eng 21, 188–194 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1631/FITEE.1900561
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Key words
- Fifth generation (5G)
- Massive multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) antenna array
- Power consumption
- Weight optimization