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Abstract
Ultra reliable low latency communication (URLLC) is central to 6G systems that must support the applications of Industry 5.0. This paper surveys URLLC techniques and architectures and organizes them in a taxonomy covering objectives, mechanisms, challenges, and performance measures. We review cross layer methods, finite blocklength regimes, and scheduling and orchestration at the edge, and summarize evidence on latency and reliability trade-offs and determinism. The survey links techniques to industrial requirements and highlights where current assumptions fail. Finally, we outline open issues and near-term directions for secure, scalable, and energy-aware industrial URLLC.
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The ICT Express journal published by the Korean Institute of Communications and Information Sciences (KICS) is an international, peer-reviewed research publication covering all aspects of information and communication technology. The journal aims to publish research that helps advance the theoretical and practical understanding of ICT convergence, platform technologies, communication networks, and device technologies. The technology advancement in information and communication technology (ICT) sector enables portable devices to be always connected while supporting high data rate, resulting in the recent popularity of smartphones that have a considerable impact in economic and social development.