The main problem with 5G networks is that extending coverage is more difficult than it is with 4G LTE. This is because 5G base stations don’t reach as far as 4G antennas, requiring more installations to achieve good signal quality and eliminate dead zones.
To extend 5G coverage, carriers need to install more base stations, especially in densely populated urban areas. However, this poses several challenges, including finding space for these base stations and dealing with their aesthetic impact. Base stations aren’t exactly visually appealing, and hiding them without impacting the signal can be difficult.
A Japanese company has developed a transparent 5G antenna that can be placed between the layers of glass in a window. This innovative solution can boost 5G coverage without ruining the design of buildings. The base stations won’t take up any space inside office buildings, as they’ll be integrated into the windows.
JTower, a Tokyo communication company, has deployed this new Waveantenna technology in partnership with glassmaker AGC and mobile carrier NTT Docomo. The first transparent base station is operational on a window in Shinjuku district, one of Tokyo’s busiest areas.
The transparent 5G antenna has several advantages, including:
This innovative technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we think about 5G coverage and infrastructure. As the world continues to evolve and demand faster and more reliable connectivity, solutions like the transparent 5G antenna will play a crucial role in shaping the future of telecommunications.