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In recent years, techniques developed in artificial intelligence (AI), especially those in machine learning (ML), have been successfully applied in various areas, leading to a widespread belief that AI will collectively play an important…

Information Theory · Computer Science 2021-09-24 Wen Tong , Geoffrey Ye Li

Extensive research is underway to meet the hyper-connectivity demands of 6G networks, driven by applications like XR/VR and holographic communications, which generate substantial data requiring network-based processing, transmission, and…

Systems and Control · Electrical Eng. & Systems 2024-01-09 Juan Marcelo Parra-Ullauri , Xunzheng Zhang , Anderson Bravalheri , Yulei Wu , Reza Nejabati , Dimitra Simeonidou

Fifth-generation (5G) and beyond systems are expected to accelerate the ongoing transformation of power systems towards the smart grid. However, the inherent heterogeneity in smart grid services and requirements pose significant challenges…

The rapid evolution of communication networks towards 6G increasingly incorporates advanced AI-driven controls across various network segments to achieve intelligent, zero-touch operation. This paper proposes a comprehensive and modular…

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2025-02-25 Merim Dzaferagic , Marco Ruffini , Daniel Kilper

The next generation of AI applications will continuously interact with the environment and learn from these interactions. These applications impose new and demanding systems requirements, both in terms of performance and flexibility. In…

Distributed, Parallel, and Cluster Computing · Computer Science 2018-10-02 Philipp Moritz , Robert Nishihara , Stephanie Wang , Alexey Tumanov , Richard Liaw , Eric Liang , Melih Elibol , Zongheng Yang , William Paul , Michael I. Jordan , Ion Stoica

This decade has witnessed the initiation of the digital revolution, as anticipated with the advent of 5G networks. Looking ahead to the 6G communication era, considerations are being made regarding how individuals will engage with the…

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2024-04-16 Navneet Kaur , Naresh Kshetri , Purnendu Shekhar Pandey

Edge intelligence, also called edge-native artificial intelligence (AI), is an emerging technological framework focusing on seamless integration of AI, communication networks, and mobile edge computing. It has been considered to be one of…

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2020-10-02 Yong Xiao , Guangming Shi , Yingyu Li , Walid Saad , H. Vincent Poor

In the upcoming 6G era, mobile networks must deal with more challenging applications (e.g., holographic telepresence and immersive communication) and meet far more stringent application requirements stemming along the edge-cloud continuum.…

In this paper, we design a new smart softwaredefined radio access network (RAN) architecture with important properties like flexibility and traffic awareness for sixth generation (6G) wireless networks. In particular, we consider a…

Signal Processing · Electrical Eng. & Systems 2022-02-21 Ali Nouruzi , Atefeh Rezaei , Ata Khalili , Nader Mokari , Mohammad Reza Javan , Eduard A. Jorswieck , Halim Yanikomeroglu

At the dawn of 5G, we take a leap forward and present an original vision of wireless communication beyond its horizon towards 6G: a paradigm-shifting perspective of wireless networks on the cusp of an AI revolution.

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2019-04-09 Razvan-Andrei Stoica , Giuseppe Thadeu Freitas de Abreu

The 3D continuum presents a complex environment that spans the terrestrial, aerial and space domains, with 6Gnetworks serving as a key enabling technology. Current AI approaches for network management rely on monolithic models that fail to…

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2025-05-23 Milos Gravara , Andrija Stanisic , Stefan Nastic

This position paper argues that to achieve Level 5 autonomous 6G networks, the next generation of Artificial Intelligence in Radio Access Networks (AI-RAN) should transition away from fragmented, narrow predictive models and instead adopt…

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2026-05-13 Pranshav Gajjar , Vijay K Shah

Efficient orchestration of AI services in 6G AI-RAN requires well-structured, ready-to-deploy AI service repositories combined with orchestration methods adaptive to diverse runtime contexts across radio access, edge, and cloud layers.…

Artificial Intelligence · Computer Science 2025-04-15 Yun Tang , Mengbang Zou , Udhaya Chandhar Srinivasan , Obumneme Umealor , Dennis Kevogo , Benjamin James Scott , Weisi Guo

Cellular networks, such as 5G systems, are becoming increasingly complex for supporting various deployment scenarios and applications. Embracing artificial intelligence (AI) in 5G evolution is critical to managing the complexity and fueling…

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2021-11-23 Xingqin Lin , Mingzhe Chen , Henrik Rydén , Jaeseong Jeong , Heunchul Lee , Mårten Sundberg , Roy Timo , Hazhir S. Razaghi , H. Vincent Poor

This tutorial seeks to outline the proposed Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) deployment for Fifth generation (5G) wireless networks. O-RAN seeks to supplant hardware-specific Radio Access Network (RAN) components (e.g., the mobility…

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2024-10-28 Paul H. Masur , Jeffrey H. Reed

The evolution toward sixth-generation wireless systems positions intelligence as a native network capability, fundamentally transforming the design of radio access networks (RANs). Within this vision, Semantic-native communication and…

Signal Processing · Electrical Eng. & Systems 2025-12-05 Chenyuan Feng , Anbang Zhang , Geyong Min , Yongming Huang , Tony Q. S. Quek , Xiaohu You

The cellular network standard is gradually stepping towards the 6th Generation (6G). In 6G, the pioneering and exclusive features, such as creating connectivity even in space and under water, are attracting Governments, organizations and…

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2022-01-19 Purbita Mitra , Rouprita Bhattacharjee , Twinkle Chatterjee , Soumalya De , Raja Karmakar , Arindam Ghosh , Tinku Adhikari

Digital twin, which enables emulation, evaluation, and optimization of physical entities through synchronized digital replicas, has gained increasing attention as a promising technology for intricate wireless networks. For 6G, numerous…

Networking and Internet Architecture · Computer Science 2024-08-12 Zhenyu Tao , Wei Xu , Yongming Huang , Xiaoyun Wang , Xiaohu You

The convergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things has accelerated the development of distributed, network-sensitive applications, necessitating ultra-low latency, high throughput, and real-time processing…

Distributed, Parallel, and Cluster Computing · Computer Science 2025-11-21 Kurt Horvath , Shpresa Tuda , Blerta Idrizi , Stojan Kitanov , Fisnik Doko , Dragi Kimovski

The proliferation of emerging applications, such as autonomous driving and immersive experiences, demands cellular networks that are not only faster, but fundamentally more resilient and autonomous. This paper presents a BlueSky vision on…

Artificial Intelligence · Computer Science 2026-05-21 Liang Wu , Kelly Wan , Mayank Darbari , Liangjie Hong