“Impact of Inter-Operator Interference via Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces” Paper

The SAFE-6G journal paper entitled “Impact of Inter-Operator Interference via Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces” is now available. The paper was submitted by University of West Attica team. 

A wireless communication system is studied that operates in the presence of multiple reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RISs). In particular, a multi-operator environment is considered where each operator utilizes an RIS to enhance its communication quality. Although out-of-band interference does not exist (since each operator uses isolated spectrum resources), RISs controlled by different operators do affect the system performance of one another due to the inherently rapid phase shift adjustments that occur on an independent basis. The system performance of such a communication scenario is analytically studied for the practical case where discrete-only phase shifts occur at RIS. The proposed framework is quite general since it is valid under arbitrary channel fading conditions as well as the presence (or not) of the transceiver’s direct link. Finally, the derived analytical results are verified via numerical and simulation trial as well as some novel and useful engineering outcomes are manifested.

You may find more information here: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10589584

SAFE-6G in Zenodo

SAFE-6G project is now on ZENODO. You may find our community here: https://zenodo.org/communities/safe-6g/. Do not forget to follow us for more material.

Zenodo is a general-purpose research repository where any research output can be shared by its users. Zenodo provides a home for research outputs that doesn’t fit into discipline-specific repositories, or where no existing infrastructure exists.

“A Proof of Concept Implementation of an AI-assisted User-Centric…

SAFE-6G Newsletter #2

The 2nd SAFE-6G Newsletter is now available. In this issue you may find all about project related activities for the April-June period. Find it online here:
https://safe-6g.eu/newsletter/

“The potential of FUTURE CONNECTIVITY SYSTEMS for Vertical Industries:…

The widespread implementation of 5G and 6G technologies is poised to revolutionise a broad spectrum of sectors, including automotive, smart cities, Industry 4.0, and media. These advancements, driven by the potential for ground-breaking reallife applications such as autonomous vehicles, sophisticated urban management systems, and smart manufacturing, provide transformative practical solutions forindustries. Through the 5G PPP programme (2014-2023), Europe has been at the forefront of integrating these technologies, viewing the transition as not just technological but as a broad societal transformation. In this context, significant investments have been channelled into research and innovation, standardisation, and the development of practical applications across various sectors. This has included extensive trial and pilot projects to test and refine 5G applications, contributing to the development of an online tool, the Verticals Cartography. This tool maps 5G use cases sponsored by 5G PPP and assesses readiness across different sectors, identifying gaps and trends for future development. This white paper examines the functionality and impact of the Verticals Cartography tool, detailing its role in tracking 5G advancements. In particular, it showcases key datasets on emerging trends to understand industry-specific applications, guide future policy, and devise effective industry standards.

Find it online here: https://5g-ppp.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/6GSTART-Verticals-Cartography-Whitepaper-Jul2024.pdf

NCSR “DEMOKRITOS” Summer School 

The Front Research Group of NCSRD actively engaged researchers and postgraduate students in discussions about SAFE-6G objectives and 6G experimentation during the poster session of the event.

Dr. Harilaos Koumaras, head of FRONT Research Group and Leader of Athens 6G testbed, stated: “ We had the opportunity to share SAFE-6G’s vision for 6G experimentation with young researchers and postgraduate students, who need access to 6G experimentation testbeds for performing their research. SAFE-6G, as the pan-European federated B5G/6G experimentation facility, can meet this need by offering applied testing and experimentation.”

The event, which focused on Information Technology and Telecommunications, Nanotechnology and Modern Materials, and Energy, Environment, and Safety, provided a dynamic platform for researchers and postgraduate students to exchange insights, forge new partnerships, and explore cutting-edge innovations.

INFOLYSiS, an SME partner of the project, also participated in the SAFE-6G booth, communicating the importance of B5G/6G experimentation for building innovative services and products and explaining how SAFE-6G supports this through its federated open experimentation 6G testbeds.

Both teams engaged participants in in-depth discussions, highlighting the project’s transformative potential. The vibrant roll-up banner showcased technological advancements and our commitment to advancing the fields of communication, materials science, and environmental sustainability. The SAFE-6G communication was also complemented with project materials such as leaflets and stickers.

SNS JU June 2024 Newsflash

In this last newsflash of June 2024, find back

• a recap of events where SNS JU or the 5G and 6G communities have an impact,
• join the discussion followed by SNS JU projects news
• and do not miss any coming events in the Save-the-Dates !

Find it online here: https://smart-networks.europa.eu/sns-ju-june-2024-newsflash/

OpenCAPIF presentation at SAFE-6G’s plenary meeting 2 July

SAFE-6G is active member of the OpenCAPIF ecosystem. Our Technical Manager made a dedicated presentation about OpenCAPIF during our last plenary meeting. OpenCAPIF results from EU Research project Evolved-5G. See current list of OpenCAPIF Members and Participants. ETSI Software Development Group OpenCAPIF (SDG OCF) is developing an open source Common API Framework, as defined by 3GPP, allowing to expose and consume APIs in a secure and consisten way. The group liaises with relevant standards bodies and projects working on network transformation such as the 3GPP, TM Forum, ETSI ZSM, ETSI NFV, ETSI MEC, OpenSourceMANO, TeraFlowSDN and OpenSlice.

You may find more information here: https://ocf.etsi.org/

HiPEACinfo 72 magazine is now available! 

SAFE-6G project is featured in HiPEACinfo 72 magazine. You may find all about our project in page 22. The theme of this magazine is cybersecurity. HiPEAC has covered cybersecurity in computing since the first HiPEAC Vision document in 2007, but it is fair to say that most computer architects are more concerned about performance and power consumption than about cybersecurity.

Find the magazine here:https://www.hipeac.net/magazine/7168.pdf

SNS JOURNAL 2024 

The SNS Journal 2024 prepared by the SNS OPS project has been released. This second issue aims to present the Call2 projects launched in early 2024 and give a flavour of the Call1 project’s first achievements after 1 year of operation.

2023 market important milestones for the SNS Community and the JU. From the technological requirements analysis, use case definitions, and architectural designs, to the early insights of the R&I projects. From the enlargement of the international and EU ecosystem of the SNS JU to the monitoring and analysis of global 6G trends and innovative collaboration tools delivered by the Coordination and Support Action projects. All projects have contributed to the successful start of Europe’s 6G journey and the establishment of a strong foundation for further EU-based technological advancements.

Find it online here: https://smart-networks.europa.eu/sns-journal-2024/