PureLiFi, Fraunhofer HHI Welcome IEEE 802.11bb, New Global Standard for LiFi

LiFi (Light Fidelity) technology companies pureLiFi and Fraunhofer HHI welcome the release of the IEEE 802.11bb global light communications standard, a significant development for the wireless communications industry. According to the joint release, the bb standard marks a major advancement for LiFi, a wireless technology that utilizes light waves instead of traditional radio frequencies to transmit data.

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Collaboration between pureLiFi and Fraunhofer HHI

According to the two technology companies, the newly released IEEE 802.11bb standard, alongside the well-established IEEE 802.11 WiFi standards, provides a globally recognized framework for the deployment of LiFi technology. This is significant news for the LiFi technology firms, as it paves the way for accelerated adoption and interoperability between LiFi vendors and WiFi technologies.

LiFi technology

LiFi technology operates by utilizing the light spectrum to transmit data, unlocking faster and more reliable wireless communication compared to conventional WiFi and 5G technologies.

According to the statement, the Light Communications 802.11bb Task Group, chaired by pureLiFi and supported by Fraunhofer HHI, has played a role in driving the development and standardization of LiFi.

LiFi Standard and WiFi Integration

The IEEE 802.11bb standard defines the physical layer specifications and system architectures necessary for wireless communication using light waves. This standardization lays a solid foundation for the widespread adoption of LiFi technology and facilitates seamless interoperability with existing WiFi systems. The ratification of the standard was successfully concluded in June 2023, marking a significant milestone for LiFi, according to the official release.

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From high-speed and secure internet access in homes and offices to expanding next-generation experiences in fields such as XR and spatial computing, LiFi is poised to make a significant impact.

pureLiFi

pureLiFi acknowledges that the IEEE 802.11bb standard has attracted interest from major industry players, including semiconductor companies and leading mobile phone manufacturers. This collaboration has resulted in a robust standard that addresses the industry’s needs and facilitates the widespread adoption of LiFi at scale.