FCC Opens 70, 80, and 90 GHz Bands for Millimeter Wave Applications

The FCC adopted service rules for the commercial use of spectrum in the 71-76 GHz, 81-86 GHz, and 92-95 GHz bands, which are well-suited for broadband, millimeter wave applications. Because of the “pencil-beam” characteristics of the signals transmitted in the 71-76 GHz, 81-86 GHz and 92-95 GHz bands, systems can be deployed in close proximity of one another. The FCC is pursuing a non-exclusive licensing approach for these bands. Traditional frequency coordination between users will not be required. Instead, each path will be registered in a database, and entitled to interference protection based on the date of registration.
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