In recent years, to realize high-capacity communications in 5G, the use of millimeter waves has been promoted in addition to the Sub-6 bands, leading to the increasing prevalence of millimeter wave technology. In the field of wireless LAN, on top of the unlicensed frequency bands such as 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz, wireless LANs that utilize the broadly available millimeter wave 60GHz band have been standardized by the IEEE. These are gradually becoming more popular in environments where their directivity and reduced interference are advantages.

Aiming to contribute to a future world where broadband access is even more widespread, Panasonic System Networks R&D has developed a 60GHz high-speed wireless LAN device that allows for the easy establishment of a broadband environment. This device is the industry's smallest and lightest and offers high-speed and low-latency communications comparable to wired LANs wirelessly. Moreover, by adopting a beamforming control antenna, it provides stable connectivity anywhere, indoors or outdoors.

During this session, we will introduce the specifications, features, application areas, and use cases of this device. In addition, based on the future standardization and trends in wireless technologies, we will present insights into how unlicensed bands like the 60GHz wireless LAN are being utilized.