Mobile and wireless communications systems have been fundamental to foster global connectivity and knowledge dissemination. Their significance has been especially highlighted during events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing their role in maintaining stable societal connections despite challenging circumstances. Acknowledging their pivotal role, the telecommunications industry continues to push the boundaries with the introduction of new features and innovations into the next generation of mobile and wireless network architectures. Notably, the transition from 5G to the anticipated 6G architecture is underway, with the 5G PPP and SNS JU projects leading forefront research initiatives under the European Horizon programs. Through the 6GArch workshop, we will gather the latest research efforts in shaping the future of mobile telecommunications networks. Focused on exploring key architectural innovations, the workshop provides a collaborative platform for industry experts to share their insights and visions on topics including network infrastructure, connectivity, scalability, sustainability, and security. By fostering discussion and collaboration, this workshop aims to pave the way for a seamless transition from 5G to 6G, ensuring that future communication systems are equipped to meet the evolving demands of society.
Both theoretical & applied contributions are solicited, covering, but not necessarily limited to:
• Cognitive, automated, and specialized architectures including Architectural Simplification.
• Network Monetization.
• APIs and Exposure Framework.
• 5G to 6G Migration.
• Network Digital Twins.
• New spectrum technologies, e.g., midband, THz, and beyond frequencies and related channel models.
• Spectrum efficiency and spectrum re-utilization.
• Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS aka IRS).
• Joint-/Integrated Communication and Sensing (JCAS, ISAC).
• Inherent AI-driven network governance and management.
• Evolution of multiaccess communications (ATSSS) towards 6G.
• Architectural enablers for cloud transformation in 6G.
• AI/ML empowered RAN Intelligent optimization including native AI-based air interface design.
• Dynamic dependability and high resilience.
• Time-sensitive wireless/mobile networks.
• High-resolution localization.
• E2E Network Slicing and Deep Slicing to support diverse verticals.
• Open Testbeds and facilities to assess new technology enablers.
• Non-terrestrial and 3D networking.
• 6G architectural enablers and key metrics for an energy efficient and sustainable 6G system.
• Industry landscape and Standardization efforts for intelligent and cloud-based RAN.
Important Dates
Paper submission deadline: 14 January 2024
Paper Acceptance Notification: 26 January 2024
Final Paper Submission Deadline: 2 February 2024
Submission Instructions
The page length limit for all initial submissions for review is SIX (6) printed pages (10-point font) and must be written in English. Initial submissions longer than SIX (6) pages will be rejected without review.
You can check-out IEEE templates here.
http://www.ieee.org/conferences_events/conferences/publishing/templates.html
EDAS submission link: https://edas.info/N31865
