sElf-evolving terrestrial/non-Terrestrial Hybrid nEtwoRks (ETHER)

sElf-evolving terrestrial/non-Terrestrial Hybrid nEtwoRks (ETHER) will provide a framework for a unified terrestrial/non-terrestrial network ecosystem by leveraging key lower- and higher-level technical innovations.

The project at a glance

Start date:

01 Jan 2023
Duration in months:

36
Funding:

Smarts Networks and Services Joint Undertaking (European Commission)
Principal Investigator(s):

Symeon CHATZINOTAS

Konstantinos NTONTIN

About

sElf-evolving terrestrial/non-Terrestrial Hybrid nEtwoRks (ETHER) is going to provide a framework for the terrestrial/non-terrestrial network ecosystem that involves an efficient and zero-touch resource management, provides solution for key radio access network challenges, and identifies the business opportunities for potential stakeholders. ETHER relies on the following innovations: • Unified RAN advancements that enable broadband connectivity from every corner of the world even with handheld devices (Pillar I). • Intelligent management of the 3D network resources for meeting predefined KPIs, allowing the network to self-adapt to rapidly evolving traffic conditions and situations on the ground without human intervention (Pillar II). • A distributed 3D computing and caching medium enabling the reduction of response delays by alleviating congestions towards cloud data centre (Pillar III).