BlueSpace

Project Overview

Building on the Use of Spatial Multiplexing 5G Networks Infrastructures and Showcasing Advanced technologies and Networking Capabilities.
BlueSpace is one of the "5G PPP Phase 2" projects launched in June 2017. BlueSpace targets a disruptive, approach for the deployment of scalable, reconfigurable and future-proof fronthaul solutions for 5G communications, offering unrivalled characteristics that include:

  1. increased bandwidth provision by naturally enabling and supporting massive MIMO transmission by exploiting space diversity in the RF domain and supporting RF beam steering in the photonic domain,
  2. compact infrastructure, reconfigurable by means of SDN/NFV paradigms and
  3. capability of integration with existing access networks such as Passive Optical Networks (PONs). This approach relies on the core concept of the project, the introduction of Spatial Division Multiplexing (SDM) in the fronthaul and the adaptation of Analog/Digital Radio over Fibre (RoF) schemes to the SDM-capable network.

Intracom Telecom Participation

Intracom Telecom significantly contributes to this R&D project by applying its deep technological expertise and innovative capabilities. The company oversees the technical management and integration of cutting-edge solutions, enhancing the project`s outcomes and demonstrating its commitment to advancing industry technology.

Research Areas