Autonomous Networked Wireless Power Transfer for Zero-Energy 6G Massive Internet of Things (MILESTONE-6G)
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| Coordinator | Mittuniversitetet - Mittuniversitetet Inst f Data- & eletroteknik DET |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 1 059 544 |
| Project duration | July 2025 - June 2027 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | 6G - Competence supply |
Purpose and goal
As future 6G networks connect billions of devices – from agricultural sensors to smart cities – a key challenge arises: how to power them without generating mountains of used batteries? The MILESTONE-6G project addresses this by developing smart, self-powered IoT devices that harvest ambient energy, entirely battery-free. The goal is to enable sustainable and secure solutions for tomorrow’s connected society, with lower environmental impact and more reliable networks.
Expected effects and result
The project contributes to sustainable 6G development through battery-free IoT solutions that reduce electronic waste and CO₂ emissions. Expected results include scientific publications, open-source prototypes, patents, and new collaborations between academia and industry. The project enhances researcher skills, raises public awareness, and may lead to new companies, job creation, and reduced costs for digital infrastructure.
Planned approach and implementation
The project will run for 24 months and is divided into six parallel work packages: project management, training, three research phases, and dissemination and exploitation of results. The research focuses on modeling wireless power transfer, self-optimizing scheduling, and security solutions against energy-based attacks. Clear milestones, weekly meetings, collaboration with industry, and a strong risk management plan ensure effective and high-quality execution.