ISAC
Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) uses the same wireless signal for both data transmission and radar-like environmental sensing. This dual-purpose approach enables 6G networks to map surroundings, detect objects, recognize gestures, and track movement — all while maintaining data connectivity. ISAC transforms the network from a pure communication tool into a sensing platform.
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