Madhusanka Liyanage

University of Oulu, University College Dublin

Papers

8

Total Citations

2,603

H-Index

6

About

Madhusanka Liyanage is a prominent telecommunications and network systems researcher whose work sits at the intersection of next-generation mobile communications, industrial automation, and emerging digital paradigms. He has made significant contributions to the fields of 5G and 6G networks, Industry 5.0, and the metaverse, establishing himself as a leading voice in shaping future connectivity frameworks. His 2021 survey on Industry 5.0 enabling technologies has garnered an extraordinary 1,756 citations, reflecting its foundational influence on researchers and practitioners worldwide, while his comprehensive 6G survey has accumulated over 760 citations, underscoring his authority in mapping the trajectory of next-generation wireless systems. Liyanage has pioneered architectural thinking around local 5G operator networks, exploring their practical applications in delay-sensitive domains such as telehealth and industrial Internet environments. His more recent work extends these foundations toward the metaverse, network slicing for smart hospitals, and AI-driven solutions for UAV obstacle avoidance using edge computing. Spanning both theoretical surveys and applied system design, his research consistently bridges emerging technology concepts with real-world deployment challenges, making his portfolio essential reading for students and professionals navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of beyond-5G communications and intelligent industrial systems.

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6
H-Index
8
Papers
2,603
Total Citations
325
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Industry 5.0: A survey on enabling technologies and potential applications
1,756 citations · 2021
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2021 (2 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 27
🏛 Institutions: University of Oulu, University College Dublin

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