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ABSTRACT
One of the technological elements of the emerging 5G architecture is device-to-device (D2D) communication, which
promises advancements in energy efficiency, spectrum efficiency, total system capacity, and higher data speeds.
Fifth Generation (5G) wireless networks are built with high data speeds (usually in the order of Gbps) and low
latencies to meet a variety of end-user Quality of Service (QoS) needs. When combined with Fog and Mobile Edge
Computing (MEC), 5G can achieve high data rates, enabling complex autonomous smart city services like the
widespread adoption of self-driving cars and massive industrial manufacturing powered by Artificial Intelligence
(AI). Internet of things (IoT) applications are driving an increase in the demand for mobile network capacity,
necessitating an awareness of the possibilities and constraints of the 5G network. This research aims to define the
prerequisites and comprehend the constraints for 5G-driven applications. We go over several application areas and
make a list of the common difficulties and demands placed on 5G networks. The development of a network
architecture that can dynamically adapt to changing traffic patterns and support a variety of technologies, including
edge computing, distributed ledgers based on blockchain, software defined networking, and virtualization, will be a
major task. In this article, we discuss various promising technologies for 5G wireless communication systems, such
as massive MIMO that is multiple input multiple output energy-efficient communications, cognitive radio networks,
and visible light communications, as well as a potential cellular architecture that distinguishes between indoor and
outdoor scenarios.
I. INTRODUCTION
It is becoming more and more crucial to employ information and communication technology (ICT) creatively and
efficiently to boost the global economy [1]. The foundation of many other businesses, wireless communication networks
are possibly the most important component of the worldwide ICT strategy.The next generation (5G) of cellular systems
need to think outside the box to meet the constantly increasing need for faster data speeds and capacity. Communications in
groups have so much potential!Cooperative communications are a new class of wireless communication methods in which
network nodes assist one another in information relay in order to benefit from spatial diversity. Significant performance
improvements in terms of link reliability, spectral efficiency, system capacity, and transmission range are promised by this
new transmission paradigm.The fifth-generation (5G) wireless communication systems have now been widely standardized
and marketed after years of research and development. Massive machine-type communications (mMTC) for internet-of-
things (IoT) services are one of the three main 5G application scenarios [2-3].Network operators anticipate a surge in
demand for broadband wireless communications from densely populated UEs in the upcoming 5G erato enable a variety of
services that place a heavy demand on wireless data, like downloading and streaming multimedia [4-5].By enabling greater
densities of mobile broadband users and supporting device-to-device, ultra-reliable, and huge machine-type connections,
the fifth generation of mobile systems (5G) has the potential to completely transform cellular communications [6].
Bin Li et. al. (2019) presented a thorough analysis of UAV communication towards 5G/B5G wireless networks. Prior to
discussing associated research issues faced by the developing integrated network design, also provide a brief overview of
the background information and the space-air-ground integrated networks. Then, based on many areas, including physical
layer, network layer, joint communication, computing, and caching, we give an in-depth analysis of potential 5G strategies
based on UAV platforms.Low-altitude UAVs are widely employed for a variety of applications and purposes in a wide
range of fields due to their adaptability and great mobility [7]. UAV-assisted communications, from the perspective of
wireless communication aspects, refers to the use of UAVs as aerial communication platforms (e.g., flying base stations
(BSs) or mobile relays) by mounting communication transceivers to provide or enhance communication services to ground
targets in high traffic demand and overloaded situations [8].
II. METHODOLOGY
The introduction of 5G technologies has considerably helped society and prompted a plethora of academic studies. In
communication networks, 5G technology is made possible by a few key enablers shown in below fig. 1. The characteristics
of each enabler vary, and the combinations of enablers constitute 5G technology.
A. Heterogenous Network
Right now, the number of devices adopting wireless and IoT technologies is dramatically rising. HetNets are networks that
integrate various cell types and access methods. Figure 2 depicts a HetNet architecture illustration.A femtocell base station
(BS) encompassing numerous small subsets of macro-BS is connected to a variety of devices. Given the network's
adaptability, more study on its implementation is necessary to prevent interference and fulfil the Quality of Service (QoS)
commitment to end users [9]. In a study [11], the implementation of mmWave and massive MIMO in 5G networks was the
main topic, along with the difficulties, technologies, and prospective applications of HetNets. There were a number of
difficulties that must be overcome for the deployment to be successful, including problems with network planning, traffic
control, and radio resource management.In order to improve traffic management and boost the accuracy of traffic
forecasting without compromising the system's prediction accuracy, the authors enhanced the call session control function
server by adding traffic prediction, bandwidth negotiation, and connection admission control. An improved version of
conventional traffic prediction was put forth by [12-13] for optimum large-data streaming in 5G HetNets.
B. Massive MIMO
Massive MIMO, which increases data rates while reducing interference by employing the beamforming technique to focus
signals on one another, is another crucial 5G enabler [14]. Massive MIMO offers low latency and enables EE
communication, making it appropriate for the development of 5G [15]. Adopting large-scale, sophisticated antenna arrays
with adjustable width and inclination allows for the implementation of massive MIMO. To enable massive MIMO's
statistical character, regulatory masks are needed, and spectrum regulation management needs to be improved to take time,
space, and direction domains into account. A spatial filtering approach called beamforming attempts to improve spectrum
and energy efficiency as well as system security. A technique that combines digital and analogue beamforming is called
hybrid beamforming. Fully digital beamforming is impractical for mmWave because it requires a full radio frequency chain
behind each antenna. In mmWave homogeneous networks, Sun et al. [16] investigated multi-cell, multi-user, and multi-
stream communication. The compared and suggested hybrid beamforming methods include: There are four types of
precoding: (1) leakage-suppressing and signal-maximizing; (2) signal-to-leakage-plus-noise-ratio-based; (3) generalized
maximum-ratio; and (4) zero-forcing precoding feasibility.
C. Ultra-Lean Design
Future 5G technology is anticipated to offer an ultra-lean architecture where "always-on" signals are kept to a bare
minimum to produce an EE network at a low operational cost [17-18].The usage of an ultra-lean design can lower network
transmissions without compromising the delivery of user data [19]. This capability is vital to high-frequency bands where
networks have not yet been implemented in order to lower the overall interference level for end-user performance at low-to-
medium loads. Due to the enormous number of terminals that have already been installed, backward compatibility for low-
frequency bands also requires extra care in ultra-lean design.
F. Network Management
One of the most important problems in any communication technology is network management. Intelligent methods of
effectively managing the network are urgently required given the vast array of services already available and the additional
services that will be provided in the new economic sector employing 5G technology [20]. Using SDN configured for the
implementation of energy-saving activities and QoS control, Pulcini et al. [21] demonstrated the adoption of particular
procedures based on carrier Ethernet for the reliable management of HetNets dedicated to 5G networks. Moysen and
Giupponi [22] recognised Self-Organising Network (SON) management in 5G as the primary force behind advancements in
operation, administration, and management tasks with minimum human participation. Additionally, the writers went over
the fundamental ideas and taxonomy of SON, NM, and machine learning (ML).By streamlining operational duties and
lowering installation and management expenses for 5G, SON can configure, optimize, and repair itself. To meet the
demands of 5G NM, the autonomous management vision employing SON is anticipated to be expanded to end-to-end
networks.
H. mmWave
mmWave is one of the methods investigated in numerous studies to address the problem of spectrum shortage to realise 5G
architecture. From 30 GHz to 300 GHz, the mmWave frequency band is an ultra-high frequency band [25]. It delivers new
services and the economic sector that can profit from 5G with exceptionally high data rates, ultra-high capacity, very large
bandwidth, and very low latency.mmWave communications have properties like wireless channel measurement, directivity
and sensitivity to blockage, standardization of mmWave, challenges and existing solutions in terms of integrated circuits
and system design, interference management and spatial reuse, anti-blockage and dynamics due to user mobility, and
mmWave applications, like SC access, cellular access, and wireless backhaul.
FEATURES OF 5G
A new generation of mobile networking is now taking shape, and 5G is a futuristic innovation platform for the coming
decade and beyond. It will improve current services, but more crucially, it will reveal new possibilities and efficiencies not
conceivable with the networks in use today. The creation and application of new technologies require frequencies.a) 5G
technology provides frantic smartphone users with high quality and bi-directional huge bandwidth shaping. b) The more
sophisticated billing interfaces of 5G technology increase its allure and efficiency. c) 5G technology offers quick-response
subscriber supervision tools. d) The 5G technology's high-quality services, which are based on policies to prevent error. e)
The gigabit data broadcasting offered by 5G technology supports over 65,000 connections [27]. f) A transporter-class
gateway with unmatched consistency is available thanks to 5G technology. g) The accuracy of the traffic statistics is
improved by 5G technology. h) A user can obtain a better and faster solution through remote management made possible by
5G technology. h) Another fantastic aspect of 5G technology is remote diagnostics. I) The 5G technology offers
connectivity speeds of up to 25 Mbps. j) Virtual private networks are also supported by 5G technology. k) All delivery
services will no longer be viable businesses due to the new 5G technology. l) The peak upload and download speeds
enabled by 5G technology.
Due to the intense 5G experience, efficiency and performance demands, as well as the goal of "everything linked," the
implementation and deployment of 5G cellular communication technology is continuously expanding, and its potential are
undoubtedly promising. In terms of increased data rates, low latency, connection density, and other metrics, 5G can
perform better. Below figure 3 shows an example of 5G applications in which everything is connected [28].
5G Requirements
The predicted data speeds for 5G networks over present 4G networks are around 100 times higher [29]. To manage such
performance, a variety of methods can be utilised, including large MIMO, heterogeneous networks, device-to-device
communication, and millimeter-wave communication.
High Scalability
Ten to one hundred devices are projected to fit in and be supported by 5G networks. There will be more signaling and data
transmission as a result, which will require ample frequency spectrum resources. Despite the fact that modern mobile
communication networks are committed to offering a consistent mobile broadband experience, many users still do not have
a satisfactory user experience when in a crowded environment. The goal is to improve signaling and data transmission,
which might call for enough frequency spectrum resources to support the expansion of the network size. Consequently,
offering quick connections and services to satisfy user experience whenever possible
Ultra-Low Latency
System latency for 5G is predicted to be 2 to 5 ms. Dedicated short-range communication (DSRC) has a round-trip latency
of around 10 ms and the present LTE network has a round-trip latency of about 15 ms. D2D, software-defined networks,
and cloud RAN are some of the options that can assist in supplying such latency. Enabling ultra-low latency in vehicular
networks will undoubtedly boost the effectiveness of many applications. A study of the needs for automobile safety
applications, which call for extremely low latencies, including speed warning, cooperative forward collision warning, road
condition warning, and more [30].
Millions of devices, from sensors to actuators, must be connected in order to establish a fully wired society. These devices'
primary concerns are low energy consumption and low cost. Harvesting RF energy and using renewable energy sources are
some solutions [31]. The battery life of 5G systems is expected to be 10 times longer. Despite the fact that a number of
earlier studies on energy efficiency have been conducted, they mostly focused on legacy wireless networks. As a result,
recent research on 5G networks can build on earlier ideas.
5G Applications
Smart Mobility
Traditional road/route planning, developing autonomous driving services (connected vehicles), and expanded sharing
economics of smart transportation are all examples of mobility applications in 5G. Traffic balance, effective routing,
accident prevention, energy conservation, cost savings, and emission reduction are all advantages of smart mobility [32].
Smart Energy
This group of applications includes smart grid networking, new consumption-saving services for homes and business
buildings, power plant monitoring and management, energy marketplace, and smart charging stations for electric vehicles.
Intelligent distribution will be made possible by smart energy, which is also projected to increase the efficiency and
dependability of power networks using renewable energy. Link dependability, security, and privacy are three of the main
Smart Health
Due to the increased awareness of fitness and wellbeing, health applications are becoming more and more popular among
mobile users. Applications in this category include included mobile-based condition monitoring and diagnostics,
environmental quality inspection, and the advancement of smart wearables. Smart health will have a favourable impact on
the medical and healthcare systems as more data is gathered from wearable sensors [35].
Industrial Applications
The next wave of cyber-physical services, including manufacturing, machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, 3D
printing, and AI-supported building, is represented by applications like Industry IoT 4.0 [36]. Beyond factories and plants,
the effects of those industrial applications will positively affect the entire society. Critically high dependability, extremely
low latency, support for wide-scale deployment, security, and privacy are the main requirements for 5G.
Consumer Applications
Consumer apps (Apps) in abundance reflect the promise of 5G mobile business and technological advancements. In
addition to the standard mobile apps that run on smartphones and tablets, newer applications include holographic hardware
like the HoloLens2, holographic streaming in ultra-HD (4K/8K), blockchain-based financial technology (FinTech),
ubiquitous gaming (like Pokemon GO1), mobile AR/VR mixed reality services, and pervasive gaming.
CONCLUSION
A thorough analysis of SS and CR that is cognitive radio technology was undertaken.There was also an explanation of
recent 5G-enabling technologies like HetNets, SS and flexibility, massive MIMO, ultra-lean design, URLLC, convergence
of access and backhaul, mMTC, mmWave, and NM. Along with the survey on SS and its techniques pertinent to 5G
networks, classification of SS techniques was examined. Each technique's main points, contributions, and distinguishing
characteristics were emphasized. We also looked at additional 5G-related applications as well as the CR technology used in
SS. Future directions for SS and CR research were discussed, along with problems and difficulties.With access to data rates
of up to 20 Gbps and a capacity 1,000 times larger than earlier technologies, 5G is expected to exceed all expectations.
Additionally, 5G networks must offer an adaptable framework for novel applications like extensive IoT and crucial
machine connectivity. These features and services are possible with 5G, but several new technologies must be approved for
them to be fully realized.This study concentrated on and went over several key aspects of the 5G wireless network. It
discussed the advantages of the 5G mobile network from several angles, as well as the difficulties and dangers it may
provide.Several networking topologies are now being researched in 5G-enabled automotive networks to meet 5G
requirements. However, controlling vehicle mobility across several networks is a challenge.
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