Advancing the control of low-altitude wireless networks: architecture, design principles, and future directions

npj Wireless Technology 2026 Open access

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Authors: Haijia Jin, Weijie Yuan, Jun Wu, Jiacheng Wang, Dusit Niyato, Xianbin Wang, George K. Karagiannidis, Zhiyun Lin, Yi Gong, Dong In Kim, Athina Petropulu, Maria Greco
+2 more Abbas Jamalipour, Sumei Sun
DOI: 10.1038/s44459-025-00010-1
Cited by: 3
References: 55

Abstract

Abstract This article presents a control-oriented low-altitude wireless network (LAWN) that integrates near-ground communications with remote system state estimation, enabling reliable networked control in dynamic aerial-ground environments. We introduce the network’s modular architecture, key performance metrics, and core design trade-offs across control, communication, and estimation layers. A case study demonstrates closed-loop coordination, and we outline future directions for scalable, resilient LAWN deployments in resource-constrained scenarios.

Fields of Study & Subjects

UAV Applications and Optimization Mobile Ad Hoc Networks Power Line Inspection Robots

Publication details

Journal / source
npj Wireless Technology
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Volume
2
Issue
1
Publication date
7 January 2026
Language
EN