Next-Generation VLC Systems
Special Issue Editors
Interests: visible light communications; optical camera communications; optical imaging; FBMC; Super-Nyquist transmission; index modulation
Interests: physical layer security; backscatter communication; intelligent reflector-assisted communication; underwater acoustic communication; satellite communication
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The aim of this Special Issue is to explore the latest advancements in the development of next-generation visible light communication (VLC) systems. These systems are designed to address the growing demand for high-speed, secure, and energy-efficient communication solutions. This Special Issue will highlight the integration of VLC with emerging technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT), 5G/6G networks, optical camera communications and industrial automation. The goal is to bring together researchers, engineers, and industry experts to discuss the innovative applications, challenges, and future directions of VLC in various domains.
The scope of this Special Issue will cover the following topics:
- Fundamental principles and design of VLC systems;
- Integration of VLC with IoT and wireless communication;
- Security and reliability in VLC networks;
- Energy-efficient and low-power VLC systems;
- Applications in smart cities, industrial automation, and military communication;
- Emerging trends and future research directions in VLC;
- Multiple-input–multiple-output VLC;
- Optical imaging communications and optical camera communications;
- Cross-media VLC.
The Special Issue will accept original research papers, review articles, and case studies that contribute to the advancement of VLC technology.
Dr. Zhe Wang
Dr. Shaobo Jia
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- visible light communication (VLC)
- next-generation systems
- IoT integration
- 5G/6G networks
- industrial automation
- security and energy efficiency VLC applications
- VLC hardware design
- MIMO VLC
- optical camera communications
- cross-media VLC
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