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Chinese Researchers Unveil Smart Surface for 6G Stealth Tech

12/28/2025

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Xidian University researchers have developed a smart surface that converts electromagnetic waves into electricity.
The work merges communications technology with electromagnetic engineering to support advanced stealth and sixth-generation (6G) goals.
Researchers describe "electromagnetic cooperative stealth," enabling multiple entities to reduce radar visibility.
The self-sustaining system could allow future stealth aircraft to harvest radar beams for power and communication, potentially advancing China’s 6G technology and communication satellites.

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Xidian University researchers have developed a smart surface that converts electromagnetic waves into electricity.
The work merges communications technology with electromagnetic engineering to support advanced stealth and sixth-generation (6G) goals.
Researchers describe "electromagnetic cooperative stealth," enabling multiple entities to reduce radar visibility.
The self-sustaining system could allow future stealth aircraft to harvest radar beams for power and communication, potentially advancing China’s 6G technology and communication satellites.