Sustainable solutions to improve network coverage
Next-generation 5G networks promise wireless broadband speeds and support for more simultaneous connections. However, these high-frequency signals have a short range, even in line-of-sight, and are easily blocked or absorbed by objects in the environment.nanoweb® Transparent conductive films can passively reflect and redirect signals without the need for power or network connectivity, making it more sustainable, aesthetically pleasing, and cost-effective compared to installing additional networking hardware. We provide high quality solutions.
nanoweb® transparent film It reflects signals as effectively as a solid metal plate.
These images in the video above demonstrate how NANOWEB works.® The transparent film can reflect 5G signals as effectively as a solid aluminum plate, helping signal propagation indoors without compromising decor or obstructing visibility.
Nanoweb® Reflections can occur even at unusual angles unique to the design
This second demonstration shows the received signal arriving almost perpendicular to the reflector. If there is a metal plate, the signal will be almost completely lost, but NANOWEB® The special design allows it to be reflected at specific angles and maintains a strong signal.
Sustainable solutions for the promise of 5G in dense urban environments
The general premise of high-performance 5G is to build wireless mobile networks that can handle far more simultaneous connections, significantly reduce network latency, and provide higher data rates. However, these high-speed signals are highly directional, have a narrow signal range, and are easily blocked by objects in the environment, such as buildings and trees. Deploying large numbers of small cells in dense urban areas to fill dead spots in network coverage, such as providing access to power and fiber backhaul infrastructure, increases costs and poses challenges for wireless carriers. will occur.Meta and Sekisui is developing a passive and more sustainable solution to address this problem in a cost-effective manner.
By combining a special two-dimensional metasurface nanopattern layer provided by META with Sekisui’s film processing technology, the new product is durable and transparent, yet reflects only radio waves diffusely, eliminating blind spots in communication. . It has reflection properties equal to or better than the aluminum material used in antennas, and is highly effective against high-frequency radio waves used in 5G and future 6G networks. A transparent film that does not need to be connected to a power source and can be applied anywhere without damaging the aesthetic appearance of the surface, improving the communication environment.
Improve indoor coverage without obstructing your view
In addition to dead spots caused by dense urban buildings and outdoor obstacles, building penetration is also a challenge for the highest speed signals in the sub-6 GHz and millimeter wave ranges. META’s NANOWEB® transparent metal mesh design can be optimized to allow signals to pass through exterior windows, while transparent films applied in interior locations reflect signals at design-specific angles throughout the building. can be reached.
NANOWEB® software-driven design enables rapid innovation
META’s technology platform is powered by AI software design tools that enable rapid iteration and design optimization of customer-specific applications.
