Rohde & Schwarz Joins AI-RAN Alliance to Advance AI in Wireless Communications: Leveraging T&M Expertise for 6G Innovation
Rohde & Schwarz has joined the AI-RAN Alliance to help integrate artificial intelligence into wireless communications in order to improve RAN performance and mobile networks. As a leading company in wireless testing, Rohde & Schwarz will bring its expertise in testing and measurement to support this collaborative initiative. This partnership signifies an important step for Rohde & Schwarz towards the development of 6G technology and enhances its existing collaborations with industry leaders on AI-driven air interfaces.
Rohde & Schwarz has decided to become a member of the AI-RAN Alliance in order to collaborate with major industry leaders like NVIDIA, Ericsson, Nokia, and Samsung. This partnership will allow Rohde & Schwarz to enhance its involvement in the creation of AI-focused testing methods for air interfaces. The company will bring its advanced testing solutions and extensive experience to the alliance to help improve future wireless networks.
Established in February 2024 at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the AI-RAN Alliance aims to use the technology expertise and leadership of its members to concentrate on three main areas of research and innovation as the industry progresses towards 6G.
Before becoming a part of the alliance, Rohde & Schwarz worked together with NVIDIA's research team on research related to 6G technology. They developed a test setup to explore new ways of implementing neural receivers that could enhance performance and network efficiency in the air interface. By joining the alliance, Rohde & Schwarz is showing their dedication to shaping the future of wireless communications through innovative approaches and partnerships.
Andreas Pauly, the Chief Technology Officer at Rohde & Schwarz, emphasized the importance of collaboration in fully utilizing the capabilities of 6G technology, particularly in areas like AI-based air interfaces. By working together with key industry partners and becoming a member of the AI-RAN Alliance, the company aims to stay ahead in wireless communications innovation. Through sharing their expertise in developing comprehensive testing solutions for the wireless industry, the ecosystem as a whole stands to gain significant benefits.
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