Bridging the digital divide remains a significant challenge in today’s interconnected world. With around 3 billion people globally facing limited or nonexistent internet access, the quest for effective solutions intensifies. High-Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS) are emerging as a promising answer,
The rise in demand for wireless internet, driven by professional communication, web browsing, and streaming services, has resulted in soaring power consumption. This increased energy use is concerning due to its carbon footprint. In response, researchers are exploring energy-efficient communication
In a landmark study, researchers from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Tongji University, and City University of Hong Kong have revolutionized the design of Ka-band metasurface antennas. These antennas, crucial for satellite communications, present unique challenges
An innovative approach to forest fire monitoring and detection has emerged through advanced real-time image processing, offering a significant leap in early detection capabilities and overall efficiency. Introduced by Zhuangwei Ji and Xincheng Zhong from Changzhi College in Shanxi, China, this
Urban environments present a unique challenge for high-precision positioning systems, primarily due to the frequent signal blockages and interference from skyscrapers and buildings that disrupt Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)-based Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) systems. Traditionally, GNSS
Researchers from the Shanghai Astronomical Observatory of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have taken significant steps in refining Global Positioning System (GPS) accuracy by integrating data from Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites with regional ground stations. The study, published on August 12,
