5G networks, born of innovative design approaches, will offer millimeter-wave technology, smart antenna integration and flexible radio access for deploying distributed computing and much more.
5G networks will unleash solutions that will help overcome barriers to widespread IoT implementation. 5G's three cornerstones are ubiquitous broadband access, flexible scalable network capacity and mission critical communications. 5G expectations include capacity 1000 times that of 4G, latency as low as 1 ms and 90% energy saving.
End-to-end capacity of the mobile device network cannot be increased indefinitely. 5G's projected experience quality requires network function virtualization. 5G radio access technology will ensure a suitably located, timely resource. Such challenges call for technological cross-innovation, embedded software and architectural bases.
The main technology roadmap driver for low-power electronics integration in smartphones has been mobility. Divergent services in the IoT require innovative technology to enhance 5G network flexibility and scalability.
A first generation of 5G systems is expected before 2020; this will embrace mature technologies, while requiring new architectures. Technology roadmaps are scheduling innovations based on competition for the 5G market inflection point. Microelectronics and nanotechnologies are expected to fulfill 5G goals, when Moore's Law ceases to apply. This represents a major challenge for the semiconductor industry, reflecting its need for new technology roadmaps.