Physical Layer Security for Next-Generation Wireless Networks: Theory, Technologies, and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

We are pleased to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue on “Physical Layer Security for Next-Generation Wireless Networks: Theory, Technologies, and Applications.”

With the rapid development of sixth-generation (6G) communication systems, various forms of wireless networks, including Internet of Things (IoT), unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) communications, and satellite communications, suffer from high security risks due to the open nature of wireless channels. Traditional cryptographic methods alone are no longer sufficient to meet the growing security demands of large-scale, heterogeneous, and resource-constrained next generation wireless networks. On the other hand, physical layer security (PLS), including secret key generation, secure communications via the wiretap channel and covert communication, has emerged as a solution and gained significant research interest in the past decade. Leveraging tools from information theory, signal processing, and wireless communications, PLS aims to provide confidentiality, integrity, and stealth against eavesdropping, jamming, and detection among other malicious attacks. PLS offers unique advantages via ultra-low latency, high reliability, and seamless integration with cutting edge technologies for wireless networks.

In call to the critical role of PLS, this Special Issue focuses on PLS for next-generation wireless systems. The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Theoretical foundations of PLS;
• PLS for MIMO and massive MIMO systems;
• PLS for non-orthogonal multiple access and massive access;
• Artificial intelligence and deep learning-enabled PLS;
• PLS for integrated sensing and communication;
• PLS for IoT, V2X, UAV, and satellite networks;
• PLS for low-altitude wireless networks;
• Anti-jamming and anti-eavesdropping techniques;
• Experimental testbeds and prototype implementations;
• Information-theoretic analysis of integrated sensing,communication and control;
• Advanced antenna technology for PLS.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Lin Zhou
Prof. Dr. Jingjing Wang
Dr. Xin Zhang
Dr. Jinpeng Xu
Guest Editors

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