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Abstract
Beamforming plays a crucial role in base stations, particularly with the integration of Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and massive Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) technologies in 6G networks. It significantly enhances network performance by accurately tracking vehicles. However, achieving effective beamforming in dynamic environments with moving vehicles while maintaining high performance at base stations remains challenging. This paper presents a novel approach using meta-deep reinforcement Q-learning (Meta-DRQL) to develop a beamforming model that narrows beamwidth and improves system performance. The model dynamically adjusts key parameters for optimal beamforming. Simulation results demonstrate notable improvements in beamwidth efficiency and energy consumption, highlighting the model’s potential for V2X communications and 6G MIMO systems. These advancements contribute to the creation of more reliable, high-capacity networks for connected vehicles and smart infrastructure.
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Internet of Things; Engineering Cyber Physical Human Systems is a comprehensive journal encouraging cross collaboration between researchers, engineers and practitioners in the field of IoT & Cyber Physical Human Systems. The journal offers a unique platform to exchange scientific information on the entire breadth of technology, science, and societal applications of the IoT.
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