Next week, the Open Compute Project (OCP) will once again lead the charge in driving innovation across technology sectors, particularly in Open Radio Access Networks (OpenRAN). The upcoming sessions at the San Jose Convention Center (SJCC) will explore the intersection of open hardware and the future of OpenRAN, bringing together experts and thought leaders to share insights and strategies. Here’s what to expect from this exciting afternoon of discussions.
Why Open Hardware for OpenRAN?
The event will kick off with a short presentation by the OCP Foundation team who will outline the reasons why the Evenstar project can succeed at OCP.
OpenRAN Market Overview
Following that, Stéphane Téral will provide an overview of the OpenRAN market. Attendees can look forward to learning about the latest market trends, adoption rates, and the competitive landscape. Téral will explore how OpenRAN is positioned to address the evolving demands of the telecommunications industry through flexibility and reduced capital expenditures.
OpenRAN Strategies—Lessons from the Great White North
Next up, Bell Canada, Numana Foundation will discuss OpenRAN strategies and key lessons learned from deployments in Canada, often referred to as the "Great White North." They will cover the unique challenges and opportunities that arise when deploying OpenRAN.
UNH OpenRAN Activities and NTIA Proposal
Lincoln Lavoie, Kodanda Engala, and Ahsan Aziz will present on the OpenRAN activities currently happening at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) and their proposal to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). This session will certainly be packed full of insight and questions about the latest NTIA effort.
OpenRAN and the Need for Next G in the Wireless Industry
AMD will address the critical need for Next G in the wireless industry, positioning OpenRAN as a vital component in building next-generation wireless networks. They will discuss how OpenRAN can drive greater efficiency and security, preparing networks for the shift toward 6G and beyond.
Future Ready Green ORAN—Leveraging FPGAs for Enhanced Security, Performance, and Low Power
AMD and Lattice Semi will explore the future of "Green ORAN" by demonstrating how field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) can enhance the security, performance, and energy efficiency of OpenRAN systems. Attendees can expect insights into how these programmable chips could power OpenRAN’s future, all while maintaining a low power footprint.
Harmonizing OpenRAN Innovation—From Open Standards to Open Source Software
Next, The Linux Foundation will discuss the importance of harmonizing OpenRAN innovation through open standards and open-source software. Haiby will outline how collaboration in the OpenRAN ecosystem will prevent fragmentation, ensuring interoperability between vendors and speeding up time-to-market for new solutions.
Building End-to-End OpenRAN through the Radio Abstraction Interface
LF Connectivity will present the potential of building an end-to-end OpenRAN system using the radio abstraction interface. He will emphasize the key role this interface can play in enabling modular and flexible radio unit deployments, a core aspect of the OpenRAN architecture.
Module Design for Cloud-to-Edge OpenRAN Use Cases
In his session, MiTAC will explain how module design can impact OpenRAN use cases from the cloud to the edge. Their insights will focus on the importance of modularity, ensuring OpenRAN systems can be adapted for a wide range of network architectures and use cases, whether centralized or distributed.
Massive Beams’ Vision for a Truly Open and Modular Radio Unit for OpenRAN
Massive Beams, a European Startup, will share their vision for creating an open and modular radio unit for the OpenRAN ecosystem. This session will focus on the need for openness at every level of the hardware stack to support the diverse demands of modern telecommunications networks.
Towards an Open Hardware and Software Stack for OpenRAN
The afternoon will conclude with a panel discussion that ties together the key themes of the day. Panelists include two top industry analysts: Stéphane Téral (Téral Research) and Roy Chua (AvidThink).
The overall track is designed to showcase the convergence of open hardware and software stacks for OpenRAN. The ideas shared throughout the day will provide attendees a roadmap for how open-source principles will drive the future of wireless networks. The OpenRAN Track is Thursday, October 17th from 12:30pm to 3:30pm. In room SJCC - Lower Level - LL20A.
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