SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 24, 2026Interesting Engineering

China’s photonic engine uses white light to move information, can support 6G networks

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Chinese scientists have built a laser-powered photonic engine using ceramic material that transmits data using white light — reaching distances of 1.2 kilometers, far beyond the few meters typical LED systems can manage. Published in the journal Matter, this breakthrough brings 6G networks closer to reality, enabling future systems that can "see," "hear," and "think," while providing coverage in remote areas like oceans and deserts.

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