The Evolution of Mobile Communication: A Comprehensive Survey on 5G Technology

Abstract

Maurice Omuya Odida

This comprehensive survey meticulously navigates the evolution of mobile communication, focusing on the revolutionary strides introduced by 5G technology. The study elucidates primary objectives, research methodology, pivotal findings, and implications inherent in the trajectory of mobile communication. It aims for a detailed examination of the technological landscape, outlining features that distinguish 5G from its predecessors. The research methodology involves an exhaustive literature review, culminating in a comprehensive overview of 5G technology. Key findings highlight 5G's transformative capacities, spanning unparalleled data transfer speeds, low-latency communication, and applications like IoT, augmented reality, and autonomous vehicles. The study underscores 5G's far-reaching impact across various sectors. Serving as both a retrospective analysis and a valuable resource, the survey guides researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers through the intricate landscape of 5G technology. Addressing the imperative of accommodating increasing mobile data traffic, the 5G network strives for improved spectrum utilization, energy efficiency, and QoS parameters. Notable innovations include Massive MIMO, promising high spectral efficiency. The focus on efficacy, accuracy, and channel estimation techniques is evident. The article explores specific requirements of 5G wireless communication systems, addressing challenges faced by earlier mobile generations. The advent of 5G emerges as a pivotal solution, aiming for a 1000-fold capacity gain and assuring quality-of-service, higher spectral efficiency, ultra-reliable communication, and facilitating massive machine- type communication. Challenges in traffic load and resource consumption necessitate innovative approaches. The research reviews emerging wireless technologies, including an analysis of Massive MIMO as an efficient solution. The paper promises to be a valuable resource, contributing to the seamless development of state-of-the-art 5G and B5G networks, recognizing the importance of continued research and innovation in the dynamic landscape of mobile communication technologies.

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