IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials

Papers
(The H4-Index of IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials is 86. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-05-01 to 2026-05-01.)
ArticleCitations
Table of Contents1963
Convergence of MEC and DRL in Non-Terrestrial Wireless Networks: Key Innovations, Challenges, and Future Pathways1056
A Tutorial on Immersive Video Delivery: From Omnidirectional Video to Holography772
Toward Quantum-Native Communication Systems: State-of-the-Art, Trends, and Challenges530
A Tutorial on AI-Empowered Integrated Sensing and Communications453
Editorial Fifth Bi-Monthly 2025 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials411
A Tutorial-Cum-Survey on Self-Supervised Learning for Wi-Fi Sensing: Trends, Challenges, and Outlook371
An Overview on IEEE 802.11bf: WLAN Sensing361
UAV-Assisted Communications With RF Energy Harvesting: A Comprehensive Survey346
Graph Neural Networks for Next-Generation-IoT: Recent Advances and Open Challenges340
Adversarial Machine Learning for Network Intrusion Detection Systems: A Comprehensive Survey335
Edge Learning for 6G-Enabled Internet of Things: A Comprehensive Survey of Vulnerabilities, Datasets, and Defenses307
Security and Privacy of IP-ICN Coexistence: A Comprehensive Survey287
Integrated Sonar and Communication: A Survey275
A Survey on DRX Mechanism: Device Power Saving From LTE and 5G New Radio to 6G Communication Systems268
Centrality-Based On-Path Caching Strategies in NDN-Based Internet of Things: A Survey267
A Tutorial on SDR-Based NB-IoT PHY: Synchronization, Demodulation, and Validation266
Fluid Antennas: Pioneering a New Era in Next-Generation Wireless Communications262
Quantum Transduction: Enabling Quantum Networking259
Intellicise Wireless Networks From Semantic Communications: A Survey, Research Issues, and Challenges251
A Survey on Model-Based, Heuristic, and Machine Learning Optimization Approaches in RIS-Aided Wireless Networks237
Zero-Knowledge Proof-Based Verifiable Decentralized Machine Learning in Communication Network: A Comprehensive Survey233
A Survey on DRL-Based UAV Communications and Networking: DRL Fundamentals, Applications and Implementations231
Integrated Sensing and Communications Over the Years: An Evolution Perspective225
Quantum Federated Learning: A Comprehensive Survey220
A Comprehensive Survey on Optical Scattering Communications: Current Research, New Trends, and Future Vision219
“X of Information” Continuum: A Survey on AI-Driven Multi-Dimensional Metrics for Next-Generation Networked Systems216
Holographic MIMO Communications: Theoretical Foundations, Enabling Technologies, and Future Directions214
A Survey on Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface-Assisted Optical Wireless Communications211
Machine Learning for Large-Scale Optimization in 6G Wireless Networks211
Editorial: Fourth Quarter 2024 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials206
Coding Techniques for Backscatter Communications—A Contemporary Survey204
Editorial Fourth Bi-Monthly 2025 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials197
Evaluating Transport Layer Congestion Control Algorithms: A Comprehensive Survey194
Active Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces: Expanding the Frontiers of Wireless Communication-A Survey186
Security and Privacy on 6G Network Edge: A Survey185
A Tutorial on Fluid Antenna System for 6G Networks: Encompassing Communication Theory, Optimization Methods and Hardware Designs184
Modeling, Estimation, and Applications of Phase Noise in Wireless Communications: A Survey183
Physical-Layer Aspects of Quantum Communications: A Survey174
Intrusion Detection and Prevention for Intra- and Inter-Vehicle Networks: A Comprehensive Survey170
Twelve Scientific Challenges for 6G: Rethinking the Foundations of Communications Theory163
Beyond the Edge: An Advanced Exploration of Reinforcement Learning for Mobile Edge Computing, Its Applications, and Future Research Trajectories158
Post-Quantum Blockchain Security for the Internet of Things: Survey and Research Directions157
Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) Cybersecurity Scenarios, Trends, and Potential Technologies: A Review152
A Survey on Nongeostationary Satellite Systems: The Communication Perspective151
Machine Learning for Service Migration: A Survey149
A Comprehensive Survey of Wireless Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN): Architecture, Technologies, Applications, and Open Issues149
Modeling and Analysis of Non-Terrestrial Networks by Spherical Stochastic Geometry: A Survey149
In-Network Machine Learning Using Programmable Network Devices: A Survey144
A Survey of Adversarial Attack and Defense Methods for Malware Classification in Cyber Security139
A Full Dive Into Realizing the Edge-Enabled Metaverse: Visions, Enabling Technologies, and Challenges136
Backscatter Communication Meets Practical Battery-Free Internet of Things: A Survey and Outlook135
Machine Learning in FCAPS: Toward Enhanced Beyond 5G Network Management128
The Emergence of Multi-Functional and Hybrid Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces for Integrated Sensing and Communications - A Survey127
A Survey of Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence for 6G Wireless Communications127
Explainable Intrusion Detection for Cyber Defences in the Internet of Things: Opportunities and Solutions124
Anomaly Detection in Blockchain Networks: A Comprehensive Survey123
Physical Layer Security for Authentication, Confidentiality, and Malicious Node Detection: A Paradigm Shift in Securing IoT Networks120
A Survey on Intent-Based Networking118
Front Cover117
Large Language Model (LLM) for Telecommunications: A Comprehensive Survey on Principles, Key Techniques, and Opportunities117
Integration of Blockchain and Auction Models: A Survey, Some Applications, and Challenges116
Architectures, Benefits, Security, and Privacy Issues of Internet of Nano Things: A Comprehensive Survey, Opportunities, and Research Challenges115
Wireless Sensing for Material Identification: A Survey114
Resource Management in RIS-Assisted Rate Splitting Multiple Access for Next Generation (xG) Wireless Communications: Models, State-of-the-Art, and Future Directions113
Virtual Network Embedding: Literature Assessment, Recent Advancements, Opportunities, and Challenges110
When Federated Learning Meets Quantum Computing: Survey and Research Opportunities109
A Survey on Haptics: Communication, Sensing and Feedback108
Entanglement-Assisted Quantum Networks: Mechanics, Enabling Technologies, Challenges, and Research Directions102
Unleashing the Power of Edge-Cloud Generative AI in Mobile Networks: A Survey of AIGC Services102
A Comprehensive Overview on UWB Radar: Applications, Standards, Signal Processing Techniques, Datasets, Radio Chips, Trends and Future Research Directions101
Visible Light Positioning as a Next-Generation Indoor Positioning Technology: A Tutorial100
A Survey of Quantum Internet Protocols From a Layered Perspective99
Resource Management From Single-Domain 5G to End-to-End 6G Network Slicing: A Survey97
Codes for Identification via Channels: Tutorial for Communications Generalists96
Gravitational Communication: Fundamentals, State-of-the-Art, and Future Vision96
Principles, Applications, and Challenges of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface-Enabled Backscatter Communication: A Comprehensive Survey and Outlook95
MIMO Satellite Communication Systems: A Survey From the PHY Layer Perspective95
Survey on Opportunistic PNT With Signals From LEO Communication Satellites94
Edge Graph Intelligence: Reciprocally Empowering Edge Networks With Graph Intelligence92
Navigating the Road Ahead: A Comprehensive Survey of Radio Resource Allocation for Vehicle Platooning in C-V2X Communications91
Security Analysis of Critical 5G Interfaces88
A Comprehensive Survey on Full-Duplex Communication: Current Solutions, Future Trends, and Open Issues87
Generative AI-Empowered Secure Communications in Space–Air–Ground Integrated Networks: A Survey and Tutorial87
6G Communication New Paradigm: The Integration of Autonomous Aerial Vehicles and Intelligent Reflecting Surfaces86
A Tutorial on Six-Dimensional Movable Antenna for 6G Networks: Synergizing Positionable and Rotatable Antennas86
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