OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials is 26. 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 2022-08-01 to 2026-08-01.)

Article	Citations
Table of Contents	2244
Editorial Fifth Bi-Monthly 2025 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	1113
Centrality-Based On-Path Caching Strategies in NDN-Based Internet of Things: A Survey	920
Nano-Bio Systems for Intra-Body Sensing, Actuation, and Communication in the Terahertz Band and Beyond	615
A Survey on DRX Mechanism: Device Power Saving From LTE and 5G New Radio to 6G Communication Systems	527
Integrated Sonar and Communication: A Survey	477
Edge Learning for 6G-Enabled Internet of Things: A Comprehensive Survey of Vulnerabilities, Datasets, and Defenses	439
An Overview on IEEE 802.11bf: WLAN Sensing	438
Advancing Fluid Antenna-Assisted Non-Terrestrial Networks in 6G and Beyond: Fundamentals, State of the Art, and Future Directions	397
A Tutorial-Cum-Survey on Self-Supervised Learning for Wi-Fi Sensing: Trends, Challenges, and Outlook	391
Convergence of MEC and DRL in Non-Terrestrial Wireless Networks: Key Innovations, Challenges, and Future Pathways	372
Toward Quantum-Native Communication Systems: State-of-the-Art, Trends, and Challenges	355
A Tutorial on Immersive Video Delivery: From Omnidirectional Video to Holography	336
Security and Privacy of IP-ICN Coexistence: A Comprehensive Survey	330
Adversarial Machine Learning for Network Intrusion Detection Systems: A Comprehensive Survey	326
UAV-Assisted Communications With RF Energy Harvesting: A Comprehensive Survey	322
A Tutorial on AI-Empowered Integrated Sensing and Communications	312
Graph Neural Networks for Next-Generation-IoT: Recent Advances and Open Challenges	310
Quantum Federated Learning: A Comprehensive Survey	294
Zero-Knowledge Proof-Based Verifiable Decentralized Machine Learning in Communication Network: A Comprehensive Survey	291
Fluid Antennas: Pioneering a New Era in Next-Generation Wireless Communications	279
A Survey on Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface-Assisted Optical Wireless Communications	277
A Tutorial on SDR-Based NB-IoT PHY: Synchronization, Demodulation, and Validation	275
Low-Latency Video Streaming: Applications, Challenges, and Trends	269
A Comprehensive Survey on Optical Scattering Communications: Current Research, New Trends, and Future Vision	265

A Survey on DRL-Based UAV Communications and Networking: DRL Fundamentals, Applications and Implementations	256
Machine Learning for Large-Scale Optimization in 6G Wireless Networks	247
Intellicise Wireless Networks From Semantic Communications: A Survey, Research Issues, and Challenges	245
“X of Information” Continuum: A Survey on AI-Driven Multi-Dimensional Metrics for Next-Generation Networked Systems	241
Integrated Sensing and Communications Over the Years: An Evolution Perspective	239
A Survey on Model-Based, Heuristic, and Machine Learning Optimization Approaches in RIS-Aided Wireless Networks	236
Quantum Transduction: Enabling Quantum Networking	234
Holographic MIMO Communications: Theoretical Foundations, Enabling Technologies, and Future Directions	233
Editorial Fourth Bi-Monthly 2025 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	231
Evaluating Transport Layer Congestion Control Algorithms: A Comprehensive Survey	231
Editorial: Fourth Quarter 2024 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	231
Security and Privacy on 6G Network Edge: A Survey	222
Active Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces: Expanding the Frontiers of Wireless Communication-A Survey	222
Coding Techniques for Backscatter Communications—A Contemporary Survey	213
Generative AI Meets 6G and Beyond: Diffusion Models for Semantic Communications	204
A Tutorial on Fluid Antenna System for 6G Networks: Encompassing Communication Theory, Optimization Methods and Hardware Designs	204
Post-Quantum Blockchain Security for the Internet of Things: Survey and Research Directions	201
Physical-Layer Aspects of Quantum Communications: A Survey	197
Intrusion Detection and Prevention for Intra- and Inter-Vehicle Networks: A Comprehensive Survey	181
Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) Cybersecurity Scenarios, Trends, and Potential Technologies: A Review	176
Twelve Scientific Challenges for 6G: Rethinking the Foundations of Communications Theory	176
A Survey on Nongeostationary Satellite Systems: The Communication Perspective	176
A Comprehensive Survey of Wireless Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN): Architecture, Technologies, Applications, and Open Issues	175
Beyond the Edge: An Advanced Exploration of Reinforcement Learning for Mobile Edge Computing, Its Applications, and Future Research Trajectories	168
Modeling, Estimation, and Applications of Phase Noise in Wireless Communications: A Survey	166
A Survey of Adversarial Attack and Defense Methods for Malware Classification in Cyber Security	165
In-Network Machine Learning Using Programmable Network Devices: A Survey	162
Modeling and Analysis of Non-Terrestrial Networks by Spherical Stochastic Geometry: A Survey	155
Backscatter Communication Meets Practical Battery-Free Internet of Things: A Survey and Outlook	152
A Survey on Intent-Based Networking	151
Machine Learning for Service Migration: A Survey	149
Explainable Intrusion Detection for Cyber Defences in the Internet of Things: Opportunities and Solutions	146
Large Language Model (LLM) for Telecommunications: A Comprehensive Survey on Principles, Key Techniques, and Opportunities	145
Physical Layer Security for Authentication, Confidentiality, and Malicious Node Detection: A Paradigm Shift in Securing IoT Networks	145
A Full Dive Into Realizing the Edge-Enabled Metaverse: Visions, Enabling Technologies, and Challenges	145
Anomaly Detection in Blockchain Networks: A Comprehensive Survey	139
The Emergence of Multi-Functional and Hybrid Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces for Integrated Sensing and Communications - A Survey	132
A Survey of Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence for 6G Wireless Communications	132
Wireless Sensing for Material Identification: A Survey	128
Machine Learning in FCAPS: Toward Enhanced Beyond 5G Network Management	128
Front Cover	127
Resource Management in RIS-Assisted Rate Splitting Multiple Access for Next Generation (xG) Wireless Communications: Models, State-of-the-Art, and Future Directions	125
A Survey on Haptics: Communication, Sensing and Feedback	122
A Survey of Quantum Internet Protocols From a Layered Perspective	122
Resource Management From Single-Domain 5G to End-to-End 6G Network Slicing: A Survey	121
Virtual Network Embedding: Literature Assessment, Recent Advancements, Opportunities, and Challenges	120
A Comprehensive Overview on UWB Radar: Applications, Standards, Signal Processing Techniques, Datasets, Radio Chips, Trends and Future Research Directions	118
Integration of Blockchain and Auction Models: A Survey, Some Applications, and Challenges	117
Architectures, Benefits, Security, and Privacy Issues of Internet of Nano Things: A Comprehensive Survey, Opportunities, and Research Challenges	116
Unleashing the Power of Edge-Cloud Generative AI in Mobile Networks: A Survey of AIGC Services	116

Entanglement-Assisted Quantum Networks: Mechanics, Enabling Technologies, Challenges, and Research Directions	115
Visible Light Positioning as a Next-Generation Indoor Positioning Technology: A Tutorial	114
When Federated Learning Meets Quantum Computing: Survey and Research Opportunities	113
Codes for Identification via Channels: Tutorial for Communications Generalists	111
A Comprehensive Survey on Self-Supervised Learning for Specific Emitter Identification	108
Principles, Applications, and Challenges of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface-Enabled Backscatter Communication: A Comprehensive Survey and Outlook	107
Navigating the Road Ahead: A Comprehensive Survey of Radio Resource Allocation for Vehicle Platooning in C-V2X Communications	107
Gravitational Communication: Fundamentals, State-of-the-Art, and Future Vision	106
Survey on Opportunistic PNT With Signals From LEO Communication Satellites	105
Security Analysis of Critical 5G Interfaces	105
A Survey on Pinching-Antenna Systems: Optimization Techniques, Intelligent Designs, and Multifunctional Applications	104
MIMO Satellite Communication Systems: A Survey From the PHY Layer Perspective	103
6G Communication New Paradigm: The Integration of Autonomous Aerial Vehicles and Intelligent Reflecting Surfaces	103
Edge Graph Intelligence: Reciprocally Empowering Edge Networks With Graph Intelligence	102
Generative AI-Empowered Secure Communications in Space–Air–Ground Integrated Networks: A Survey and Tutorial	102
On the Road to 6G: Visions, Requirements, Key Technologies, and Testbeds	101
A Comprehensive Survey on Full-Duplex Communication: Current Solutions, Future Trends, and Open Issues	101
A Tutorial on Movable Antennas for Wireless Networks	101
A Tutorial on Six-Dimensional Movable Antenna for 6G Networks: Synergizing Positionable and Rotatable Antennas	100
A Tutorial on Data-Driven Quality-of-Experience Modeling With Explainable Artificial Intelligence	99
A Human-Centric Metaverse Enabled by Brain-Computer Interface: A Survey	98
A Comprehensive Study on LPWANs With a Focus on the Potential of LoRa/LoRaWAN Systems	97
Web 3.0: A Survey on the Architectures, Enabling Technologies, Applications, and Challenges	96
Wireless Blockchain Meets 6G: The Future Trustworthy and Ubiquitous Connectivity	95
GNSS Jamming and Spoofing Threats in UAV Navigation: Countermeasure Status and Challenges	94
A Systematic Review of Human Activity Recognition Based on Mobile Devices: Overview, Progress and Trends	93
Survey on Unified Threat Management (UTM) Systems for Home Networks	92
Physical Layer Authentication and Security Design in the Machine Learning Era	91
Navigating the Dual-Use Nature and Security Implications of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces in Next-Generation Wireless Systems	88
Federated Learning for 6G Security: A Survey on Threats, Solutions, and Research Directions	88
Integrating Communication, Sensing and Security: Progress and Prospects of PLS in ISAC Systems	87
A Survey on Beyond 5G Network Slicing for Smart Cities Applications	87
Bacterial Communications and Computing in Internet of Everything (IoE)	86
A Tutorial on Near-Field XL-MIMO Communications Toward 6G	85
Federated Learning and Meta Learning: Approaches, Applications, and Directions	85
A Tutorial on Extremely Large-Scale MIMO for 6G: Fundamentals, Signal Processing, and Applications	85
RIS-Assisted Physical Layer Security in Emerging RF and Optical Wireless Communications Systems: A Comprehensive Survey	85
Editorial Third Bi-Monthly 2025 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	84
Internet of Digital Twin: Framework, Applications, and Enabling Technologies	83
When Simultaneous Localization and Mapping Meets Wireless Communications: A Survey	83
A Survey on Approximate Edge AI for Energy Efficient Autonomous Driving Services	82
Toward 6G Optical Fronthaul: A Survey on Enabling Technologies and Research Perspectives	81
Models, Methods, and Solutions for Multicasting in 5G/6G mmWave and Sub-THz Systems	80
Optimal Control and Communication Strategies in Multi-Energy Generation Grid	80
Blockchain Security Risk Assessment in Quantum Era, Migration Strategies, and Proactive Defense	80
Open RAN for 6G Networks: Architecture, Use Cases and Open Issues	80
Identification Techniques in the Internet of Things: Survey, Taxonomy and Research Frontier	79
Federated Learning in IoT Environments: Examining the Three-Way See-Saw for Privacy, Model-Performance, and Network-Efficiency	78
A Survey on Large Language Models for Communication, Network, and Service Management: Application Insights, Challenges, and Future Directions	78
Revolution of Wireless Signal Recognition for 6G: Recent Advances, Challenges and Future Directions	78
Edge Video Analytics: A Survey on Applications, Systems and Enabling Techniques	78
Leveraging Reinforcement Learning for Traffic Engineering in Programmable Networks: A Survey	77
Managing O-RAN Networks: xApp Development From Zero to Hero	76
Edge-Enhanced Intelligence: A Comprehensive Survey of Large Language Models and Edge-Cloud Computing Synergy	76
Table of Contents	75
Domain Generalization in Machine Learning Models for Wireless Communications: Concepts, State-of-the-Art, and Open Issues	75
Spectrum Sharing and Interference Management for 6G LEO Satellite-Terrestrial Network Integration	75
A Survey on Random Access Protocols in Direct-Access LEO Satellite-Based IoT Communication	75
Transitioning From Federated Learning to Quantum Federated Learning in Internet of Things: A Comprehensive Survey	74
Hybrid GNN-Centric Architectures for AI-Native 6G Wireless Networks: A Comprehensive Survey	74
Reliable and Efficient Data Collection in UAV-Based IoT Networks	74
A Comprehensive Survey on Synthetic Network Traffic Generation	74
Space Computing Power Networks: A Survey	72
A Survey on Human Profile Information Inference via Wireless Signals	71
Quantum Cryptography in 5G Networks: A Comprehensive Overview	71
A Systematic Survey and Comparative Analysis of Angular-Based Indoor Localization and Positioning Technologies	70
From Simulators to Digital Twins for Enabling Emerging Cellular Networks: A Tutorial and Survey	70
Quantum Computing in Wireless Communications and Networking: A Tutorial-cum-Survey	69
A Survey on Magnetic Sensing and Communication: Technologies, Sensors, and Applications	69
Multi-Satellite Cooperative Communications for 6G: Fundamentals, System Design, and Applications	67
Reinforcement-Learning-Based Intrusion Detection in Communication Networks: A Review	67
Terahertz Communications and Sensing for 6G and Beyond: A Comprehensive Review	66
Survey on Machine Learning for Traffic-Driven Service Provisioning in Optical Networks	66
Advances in Machine Learning-Driven Cognitive Radio for Wireless Networks: A Survey	66
A Survey on Explainable Artificial Intelligence for Internet Traffic Classification and Prediction, and Intrusion Detection	64
Distributed Machine Learning for Autonomous Agent Swarm: A Survey	63
Advances and Open Challenges in Federated Foundation Models	63
Quantum Reinforcement Learning for UAV-Enhanced Next-Generation Wireless Communications	63
A Survey of Wireless Sensing Security From a Role-Based View	63
Table of Contents	63

Multi-Satellite MIMO Systems for Direct Satellite-to-Device Communications: A Survey	62
Radar and Camera Fusion for Object Detection and Tracking: A Comprehensive Survey	61
Integrated Sensing and Edge AI: Realizing Intelligent Perception in 6G	61
A Tutorial on the Characterisation and Modelling of Low Layer Functional Splits for Flexible Radio Access Networks in 5G and Beyond	58
Privacy-Preserving Data-Driven Learning Models for Emerging Communication Networks: A Comprehensive Survey	58
A Survey on X.509 Public-Key Infrastructure, Certificate Revocation, and Their Modern Implementation on Blockchain and Ledger Technologies	57
Multibeam High Throughput Satellite: Hardware Foundation, Resource Allocation, and Precoding	56
Metaverse Communications, Networking, Security, and Applications: Research Issues, State-of-the-Art, and Future Directions	55
A Survey on Trustworthy Edge Intelligence: From Security and Reliability to Transparency and Sustainability	55
A Survey on Intelligent Predictive Maintenance (IPdM) in the Era of Fully Connected Intelligence	55
Toward the Integration and Convergence Between 5G and TSN Technologies and Architectures for Industrial Communications: A Survey	54
Interference Burden in Wireless Communications: A Comprehensive Survey From PHY Layer Perspective	54
Online Network DoS/DDoS Detection: Sampling, Change Point Detection, and Machine Learning Methods	53
A Contemporary Survey on Semantic Communications: Theory of Mind, Generative AI, and Deep Joint Source-Channel Coding	53
A Survey on Integration of Network Communication into Vehicle Real-Time Motion Control	52
A Survey on Blockchain for Healthcare: Challenges, Benefits, and Future Directions	51
Advanced Learning Algorithms for Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) Systems in 6G and Beyond: A Comprehensive Survey	50
A Survey of Adaptive Routing Techniques in Two-Dimensional Network-on-Chip Architectures	50
The Metaverse: Survey, Trends, Novel Pipeline Ecosystem & Future Directions	50
Navigating Industry 5.0: A Survey of Key Enabling Technologies, Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities	50
A Critical Survey of EEG-Based BCI Systems for Applications in Industrial Internet of Things	50
Semantics-Empowered Space-Air-Ground-Sea Integrated Network: New Paradigm, Frameworks, and Challenges	50
Intelligent Reflecting Surfaces for Integrated Sensing and Communications: From System Coexistence to Networked Mutualism	48
RIS-Assisted Visible Light Communication Systems: A Tutorial	48
A Tutorial on NYUSIM: Sub-Terahertz and Millimeter-Wave Channel Simulator for 5G, 6G, and Beyond	47
From Data Mirror to Smart Copilot: A Survey on NextG Semantic Communication for Propelling Digital Twin World Into Cognitive Stage	47
A Survey on Decentralized Identifiers and Verifiable Credentials	46
Editorial: Third Quarter 2024 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	45
Blockchain Intelligence for Internet of Vehicles: Challenges and Solutions	44
Collaborative Sensing and Communication for Intelligent Connected Vehicles: A Comprehensive Survey	44
A Survey and Comparative Analysis of Security Properties of CAN Authentication Protocols	44
Editorial: Second Quarter 2024 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	44
Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces in 6G Radio Localization: A Survey of Recent Developments, Opportunities, and Challenges	43
A Survey of Security in UAVs and FANETs: Issues, Threats, Analysis of Attacks, and Solutions	43
RIS-Empowered Satellite-Aerial-Terrestrial Networks With PD-NOMA	42
A Survey on Network Slicing Security: Attacks, Challenges, Solutions and Research Directions	41
Adopting Multi-RAT Communication in Healthcare Internet of Things: Taxonomies, Open Issues, and Research Directions	41
Two Decades of Research Progress in Resource Allocation for PLC Systems: From Core Concepts to Frontiers	41
A Tutorial on O-RAN Deployment Solutions for 5G: From Simulation to Emulated and Real Testbeds	41
AI-Empowered Virtual Network Embedding: A Comprehensive Survey	39
A Survey of Quantum Deep Reinforcement Learning for Resource Allocation in Future Wireless Networks	39
A Tutorial on Internet of Behaviors: Concept, Architecture, Technology, Applications, and Challenges	39
Socialized Learning: A Survey of the Paradigm Shift for Edge Intelligence in Networked Systems	39
A Survey on Satellite Computing: Connecting the Dots Between Networks and Applications	38
Distributed Artificial Intelligence Empowered by End-Edge-Cloud Computing: A Survey	38
Cybersecurity of Satellite Communications Systems: A Comprehensive Survey of the Space, Ground, and Links Segments	38
A Tutorial on MIMO-OFDM ISAC: From Far-Field to Near-Field	38
A Comprehensive Survey of Knowledge-Driven Deep Learning for Intelligent Wireless Network Optimization in 6G	38
Editorial First Quarter 2024 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	37
Federated Learning-Empowered Mobile Network Management for 5G and Beyond Networks: From Access to Core	37
Hardware Security for Internet of Things Identity Assurance	36
To Migrate or Not to Migrate: An Analysis of Operator Migration in Distributed Stream Processing	36
A Tutorial on Radio System-Level Simulations With Emphasis on 3GPP 5G-Advanced and Beyond	36
A Survey on Integrated Sensing, Communication, and Computation	35
A Survey on Network Management for xANET: Evolution, Challenges, and Future Directions	35
When Crowdsensing Meets Smart Cities: A Comprehensive Survey and New Perspectives	35
A Tutorial on Near-Field Driven 6G Networks	35
A Survey on XAI for 5G and Beyond Security: Technical Aspects, Challenges and Research Directions	34
Explainable AI in 6G O-RAN: A Tutorial and Survey on Architecture, Use Cases, Challenges, and Future Research	34
A Comprehensive Survey of Large AI Models for Future Communications: Foundations, Applications, and Challenges	34
A Tutorial-Cum-Survey on Percolation Theory With Applications in Large-Scale Wireless Networks	33
Editorial: Third Quarter 2023 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	33
Editorial First Bi-Monthly 2025 IEEE Communications Surveys and Tutorials	33
Table of Contents	33
A Survey on Applications of Cache-Aided NOMA	32
A Survey on Multi-AP Coordination Approaches Over Emerging WLANs: Future Directions and Open Challenges	32
Resource Management, Security, and Privacy Issues in Semantic Communications: A Survey	32
Intrusion Detection in the Automotive Domain: A Comprehensive Review	31
Evolution of RAN Architectures Toward 6G: Motivation, Development, and Enabling Technologies	31
Quantum AI-Enhanced IoT–Fog Communication: A Survey From Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Perspective	31
Federated Learning for Urban Sensing Systems: A Comprehensive Survey on Attacks, Defences, Incentive Mechanisms, and Applications	30
A Survey of Public IoT Datasets for Network Security Research	29
Toward Autonomous Multi-UAV Wireless Network: A Survey of Reinforcement Learning-Based Approaches	28
Seamless Connectivity: The Power of Integrating Power Line and Wireless Communications	28
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QR Decomposition-Based Cyclic Prefixed Single-Carrier Transmissions for Cooperative Communications: Concepts and Research Landscape	28
Tackling Cyberattacks Through AI-Based Reactive Systems: A Holistic Review and Future Vision	27
Traffic-Aware Reliable Scheduling in TSCH Networks for Industry 4.0: A Systematic Mapping Review	27
A Tutorial on Privacy, RCM and Its Implications in WLAN	27
A Tutorial on the Tracking, Telemetry, and Command (TT&C) for Space Missions	26
Generalized Pinching-Antenna Systems: A Tutorial on Principles, Design Strategies, and Future Directions	26
A Survey on Intelligent Internet of Things: Applications, Security, Privacy, and Future Directions	26
A Survey on Reconfigurable and Movable Antennas for Wireless Communications and Sensing	26
Autonomous Aerial Vehicles-Aided Intelligent Transportation Systems: Vision, Challenges, and Opportunities	26
Semantic Communications for Future Internet: Fundamentals, Applications, and Challenges	26