In the age of digital transformation, technological developments are impacting every area of life. These impacts are rapidly increasing, particularly with mobile communication technologies. Alongside these rapid developments on a global scale, it is of great importance for our country to actively participate in this critical process and assume a leading role among pioneers. In line with this approach, the report "Sixth Generation Mobile Communication Technologies" has been prepared to outline global trends and ongoing studies related to Sixth Generation (6G) mobile communication technologies.
The report addresses 6G communication technologies within a general framework, covering the past, present, and future of these developments; the driving forces, needs, and objectives behind the emergence of 6G; global activities, collaborations, and research efforts; the perspectives and roles of various stakeholders contributing to the development of 6G technology; anticipated 6G use scenarios, key technologies, capabilities, and network architecture highlighted in R&D studies; along with conveying the additional contributions provided by 6G technologies, it describes needs, evolving technologies, and the standardization process, while evaluating possible steps that can be taken to enable active international participation by examining the potential transition from 5G to 6G and Turkey's current status regarding 6G technologies.
The report aims to present studies conducted on a global scale, raise awareness in the sector, provide guidance to all stakeholders—especially sector representatives—and contribute to the development of 6G technology in our country.