Revolutionary breakthrough in wireless technology: researchers have solved the key Li-Fi problem, paving the way for ultra-fast data transmission through light waves at speeds 100 times faster than Wi-Fi.
G. Ostrov
Li-Fi (Light Fidelity) technology has long been considered a promising alternative to traditional Wi-Fi, offering incredible data transmission speeds through light waves. However, its practical application was limited by one critical drawback — the need for direct line-of-sight between transmitter and receiver.
Breakthrough in Data Transmission Technology
A group of international researchers announced the creation of an innovative Li-Fi system that overcomes the technology's main obstacle. The new development allows data transmission through reflected light, eliminating the need for direct line-of-sight between devices.
Key advantages of the new technology:
- Data transmission speeds up to 100 Gbps (100 times faster than regular Wi-Fi)
- Operation through reflected light signals
- Enhanced data transmission security
- No electromagnetic interference
- Ability to operate in radiation-sensitive zones
Technical Solution
Researchers developed special photoreceivers and signal processing algorithms that can efficiently work with scattered light. This allows Li-Fi to function even when there are obstacles between transmitter and receiver, provided there is sufficient reflected light in the room.
Application Prospects
The new technology opens wide possibilities for application in various fields:
- Hospitals and medical facilities where absence of electromagnetic interference is critical
- Underwater communications
- Aviation industry
- Smart cities and Internet of Things
- High-speed office networks
It is expected that commercial solutions based on improved Li-Fi technology will appear within the next 2-3 years. This could fundamentally change the approach to wireless communications and solve the problem of radio frequency spectrum congestion.
More about the technical aspects of development can be found on the official Li-Fi Consortium website.
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