TERRANOVA
Project Overview
Terabit/s Wireless Connectivity by TeraHertz innovative technologies to deliver Optical Network Quality of Experience in Systems beyond 5G TERRANOVA, one of the six "ICT-09-2017: Networking research beyond 5G" projects, envisions to extend the fibre-optic systems' Quality of Experience to wireless links by exploiting frequencies above 275 GHz. This means reliable connectivity at extremely high data rates in the Tbit/s regime and almost 'zero-latency' for networks beyond 5G. Breakthrough technology concepts are employed, namely the design of baseband signal processing for the complete optical and wireless link and the development of THz wireless frontends and their integration with photonic components. A network information theory framework, caching techniques, channel and interference models, all tailored to the particularities of the THz regime and extremely large bandwidths achieve the successful co-design of components and network solutions. The project enables the use of higher-order modulation schemes, pencil beam antenna arrays and multiple-access schemes to address user access and backhaul application scenarios at THz frequencies. The innovations and technologies are demonstrated by means of a proof-of-concept experimental platform validating and assessing the feasibility and performance of the concept.
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.