Advanced Materials for Energy-Efficient and Resilient Communication Devices in Harsh Environments
Paula Marielle S. Ababao
a,b
,
Ian B. Benitez
b,c
,
Gabriel Avelino Sampedro
d,e
a Mathematics and Physical Sciences Department, FEU Institute of Technology, Manila, Philippines
b Innovation and Research Office, FEU Institute of Technology, Manila, Philippines
c Electrical Engineering Department, FEU Institute of Technology, Manila, Philippines
d School of Management and Information Technology, De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, Manila, Philippines
e Philippine Coding Camp, Convergent Technologies Research Laboratory, Manila, Philippines
2025 International Conference on Mobile, Military, Maritime IT Convergence (ICMIC), (2025), pp. 170-173
Abstract: This study assesses the potential of advanced materials, specifically graphene, perovskites, and nanostructured ceramics to enhance the energy efficiency, durability, and environmental resilience of 5G and 6G communication systems deployed in harsh environments. A comparative evaluation was conducted based on electrical conductivity, thermal stability, mechanical strength, optical performance, and corrosion resistance, drawing on recent experimental data and life-cycle analyses. Graphene demonstrates electrical conductivity near 10^8 S/m and thermal conductivity up to 5000 W/m-K, enabling transistors with 200 times higher speeds and coatings reducing corrosion by over 90%. Perovskite-based devices achieve solar cell efficiencies up to 34% and optical modulators operating at 170 Gbps. Nanostructured ceramics offer low dielectric loss and stability above 1000°C, supporting high-frequency operation in challenging conditions. Integrating these materials is projected to extend device lifespans by up to 40% and reduce energy and cooling demands by 30%. These findings indicate that adopting advanced materials can significantly improve the performance and sustainability of next-generation communication infrastructure.