Low-Latency Communications
A special issue of Entropy (ISSN 1099-4300). This special issue belongs to the section "Information Theory, Probability and Statistics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 June 2026 | Viewed by 39
Special Issue Editors
Interests: information theory; distributed intelligence; semantic communication; statistical inference
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Low-latency communications are becoming increasingly critical in today’s interconnected world, particularly with the advent of 5G and the anticipated developments in 6G systems. Applications requiring ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC) span various domains, including autonomous vehicles, remote surgeries, industrial automation, augmented and virtual reality, and smart cities. These applications demand not only low latency but also high reliability, necessitating innovative approaches to communication technologies.
The integration of low-latency communication techniques in current and future networks presents unique challenges and opportunities. Researchers and engineers are exploring novel methods to minimize latency while ensuring reliability and efficiency. Recent advancements in network architecture, resource allocation, coding techniques, and signal processing have shown promise in meeting the stringent requirements of URLLC.
Despite these advancements, significant challenges remain in optimizing low-latency communication. Issues such as network congestion, interference management, and the trade-off between latency and throughput require further investigation. Additionally, the design of robust protocols and algorithms that can adapt to varying network conditions is crucial for the successful implementation of low-latency communication systems.
This Special Issue aims to provide a platform for researchers and practitioners to share their latest findings and innovative approaches to low-latency communications. We welcome contributions that address theoretical advancements, practical implementations, and applications of low-latency communication techniques, particularly in the context of URLLC in 5G and future 6G systems.
Dr. Shenghui Song
Prof. Dr. Wei Chen
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- low-latency communications
- ultra-reliable low-latency communications (URLLC)
- 6G networks
- network architecture
- resource allocation
- signal processing
- protocol design
- autonomous systems
- smart cities
- industrial automation
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