Nokias proposal supports the development of a next generation open radio unit platform (NGO-RUP) to deliver specific open radio unit (o-RU) products globally, including in the U.S. The first U.S.…

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) awarded a $69,013,593.60 Project Grant under the Public Wireless Supply Chain Innovation Fund Grant Program (CFDA 11.038) to Nokia Of America Corporation. The purpose of the grant is to support the development of a next-generation open radio unit platform (NGO-RUP) to deliver specific open radio unit (O-RU) products globally, including in the U.S. The first U.S. variant will support dual bands commonly licensed in the U.S. and meet the key performance indicators required for deployment by major mobile network operator partners. The NGO-RUP incorporates advancements in system-on-chip technology, thermal management, and power amplifier technologies to deliver a high-performance, energy-efficient open radio access network solution for 5G networks. The award has a performance period from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026.

Activities

Nokia plans to achieve their objective using the following major work items: - NGO-RUP incorporates 7NM semiconductor SOC enabling a smaller physical footprint, reduced cost, and reduced power consumption per sector compared to existing RU offerings. - contingent on ngorup products being ready for start of project. - using common platform across all radios 3 skus starting with architecture and specification definition in 24 months not deemed reasonable expected outcomes: this project is an innovative approach to miniaturizing the form factor of the radio units with a 7NM silicon design for fabricating radio unit parts. The underlying platform will be compliant with 3GPP release 18 to deliver software enhancements for higher throughput, lower latency and multiple configurations. The partnerships with at & t, t-mobile and US cellular strengthen the first office trial in the major network operator field trials.

Intended beneficiaries

Macro radio providers and mnos subrecipient activities: the recipient does not plan to subaward funds.