Recon RF will conduct development of ultra-efficient front-end modules (fems) for next generation 5G/6G open radio units (RUS)

The U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) awarded a $9,463,451.89 Project Grant to Recon RF, Inc. under the Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program (CFDA 11.038). The funding will support the development of ultra-efficient front-end modules (FEMs) for next-generation 5G/6G open radio units (RUs). Key activities include innovative high-efficiency designs, fabrication, and extensive testing to produce five ultra-efficient FEMs. The project aims to more than double the radio frequency power amplifier (RFPA) efficiency in conventional FEMs, thereby boosting the competitiveness of U.S. telecommunications infrastructure. The grant period runs from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2030. Recon RF, Inc. is a minority-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran-owned small disadvantaged business located in San Diego, California, specializing in advanced radio frequency technologies.

Activities

This project will conduct advanced r & d to develop ultra-efficient front-end modules (fems) for next generation 5G/6G open radio units (RUS). These activities will include innovative high-efficiency designs, fabrication, and extensive testing to develop five ultra-efficient fems for next-generation 5G/6G open radio units.

Expected outcomes

The project aims to more than double the rfpa (radio frequency power amplifier) efficiency in conventional fems and IT will ascertain how efficient front-end module technology can become the for future 5G/6G open radio units.

Intended beneficiaries

The applicant will seek to develop ultra-efficient front-end modules (fems) for future 5G/6G networks. This development will benefit future o-RU networks, thereby boosting the competitiveness of US telecommunications infrastructure.

Subrecipient activities

Recon RF does not list any subrecipient in this application.