Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and
Communications (MIC) opened two pivotal public consultations. They are draft
reports that lay the groundwork for next-generation low-power communications
and, most excitingly, outdoor Wireless Power Transfer (WPT).
Unplugging the Outdoors for 920 MHz
Wireless Power
For years, WPT has been almost exclusively limited
to indoor, short-range applications. This move by the MIC to define rules for
outdoor use is a step forward.
Imagine a future of wirelessly charged
agricultural sensors, infrastructure monitors, or even commercial drones. If
your product portfolio includes WPT technology, this is a critical document to
review.
- Consultation Deadline: September 22, 2025
Powering Up the 800 MHz Band and
Seeing in 3D
- 800 MHz Wideband Low-Power Radio Systems: This aims to enhance the technical rules for
low-power devices in this popular frequency band, likely enabling more
efficient and robust IoT, M2M, and other wide-area communication systems.
- 3D Positioning Systems: The MIC is also refining the technical
requirements for advanced positioning technologies. This could open the
door for more precise asset tracking, logistics, and industrial automation
solutions.
- Consultation Deadline: September 22,
2025
