Research Topics Software-based Networks

With convergence and seamless connectivity for everyOne and everyThing in mind, the Fraunhofer Business Unit Software-based Networks (NGNI) is fully dedicated to shape the infrastructure and architecture of the future communication networks. Our research team provides advanced innovation and technological leadership in the following main research directions.

 

Customized End-to-End 5G Testbeds

  • Functional increase: supporting new 3GPP Releases + ORAN integration
  • Capacity increase: providing support for larger testbeds and trials
  • Customization for testbeds: PPDR, in-aircraft, industry, construction sites
  • Integration into end-to end solutions

 

 

Satellite Networks

  • Customization of telecom with satellite networks
  • Routing solutions for Non-Terrestrial Networks
 

6G Networks

  • Functional definition of 6G core networks
  • Extension towards devices and radio access network
  • Definition of a data-oriented network management