Tokyo Scientists Develop Ultra-Compact Radar Chip for 6G Sensing-Communication Integration
Researchers at Japan's Institute of Science Tokyo have created a 0.24 mm² radar-on-chip prototype designed for 6G applications, consuming only 9.8 mW of power. This Frequency-Modulated Continuous-Wave (FMCW) radar generator integrates sensing and communication, suitable for edge devices and IoT. The chip achieves a 1 GHz bandwidth with sub-0.1% error at 9.7 GHz. It will be presented at the 2026 IEEE ISSCC in San Francisco, with potential applications in automotive safety, robotics, and wearables.

Scientists at Japan's Institute of Science Tokyo have developed a 0.24 mm² radar-on-chip prototype targeting 6G sensing and communication integration. This ultra-compact Frequency-Modulated Continuous-Wave (FMCW) radar chip operates at 9.8 mW, making it ideal for edge devices and IoT applications.
It features a self-linearized synthesizer architecture, achieving 1 GHz bandwidth with sub-0.1% error at 9.7 GHz. The chip supports Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) systems, expected to play a key role in smart cities and industrial automation. It is set to be showcased at the 2026 IEEE ISSCC in San Francisco.




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