Universal metasurface antenna for high security 6G communications

The research team at the City University of Hong Kong has achieved a breakthrough in antenna technology. They created a Metasurface antenna capable of controlling all fundamental properties of electromagnetic waves through software, marking a historic milestone in electromagnetic engineering. This achievement enables the manipulation of electromagnetic radiation without adjectives like amplitude, phase, frequency, Polarisation, and direction. As global research progresses towards 6G wireless communication, this antenna offers promise for diverse applications. Its waveform manipulation and security features are crucial for integrating sensing and communications, Revolutionising information systems, real-time imaging, and wireless power transfer. The antenna’s direction modulation enhances privacy and security. This innovation is set to shape the future of wireless communication and information systems in the 6G era.