Samsung has partnered with KT Corporation to conduct joint research and development on next-generation communication technologies, with the goal of enhancing 6G signal quality.

The primary objective of this collaboration is to advance multi-antenna technologies, enabling expanded coverage across potential 6G frequency bands, as well as exploring the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in wireless communication to improve network stability and performance.

Under this collaboration, the companies have initiated research on extreme multiple-input multiple-output (X-MIMO) technology, which utilizes multiple antennas to enhance signal coverage and increase data speeds for 6G networks.

Notably, this research is a response to the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU) identification of the 7 GHz band as a potential 6G frequency, which poses challenges due to the higher signal path that results in greater signal loss compared to the C-band used in 5G. The X-MIMO technology is expected to address this issue by leveraging ultra-high-density antennas.

To address these challenges, both Samsung and KT are working to develop beamforming technology, which directs signals in specific directions, as well as multi-spatial transmission. The upcoming 6G systems will require handling a larger number of antennas compared to 5G systems, prompting the companies to focus on building systems that can manage higher antenna densities.

The collaboration between Samsung and KT will also investigate how AI can be used to improve user experience in areas with historically weak signal coverage. This new partnership is expected to yield innovative and cost-effective 6G technologies.

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