Chinese scientists have developed a smart surface that could transform electromagnetic waves into usable electricity.
The innovation, born from the fusion of communications technology and advanced electromagnetic engineering, could be used to develop intelligent stealth systems and next-generation 6G wireless communication, according to the team from Xidian University.
They said this included investigating “electromagnetic cooperative stealth”, where multiple entities work together to reduce their visibility to radar and electromagnetic sensors.
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The self-sustaining electronic system integrates wireless information transfer and energy harvesting and has the potential to upend the dynamics of electronic warfare.
Instead of evading enemy surveillance, future stealth aircraft could instead use radar beams as a source of power and communication.
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The technology may also give China an advantage in the development of next-generation 6G technology, including communication satellites.