Keysight and Capgemini Accelerate Validation of Regenerative and Transparent Non-Terrestrial Network RAN
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) has announced a collaboration with Capgemini to validate and integrate 5G new radio (NR) non-terrestrial networks (NTN) in transparent and regenerative modes. The partnership focuses on accelerating Capgemini's development of its 5G NR NTN ready radio access network (RAN) framework.
Using Keysight's UeSIM UE Emulation RAN solution, Capgemini successfully tested its 5G NR NTN RAN software for LEO/MEO/GEO constellation usage. The solution addresses challenges in testing regenerative NTN RANs through:
- Advanced integrated channel simulation
- Testing of NTN network protocols at scale
- Precise orbit channel modeling
- NTN Beam Management concept demonstration
The achievement will be showcased at Mobile World Congress 2025, with demonstrations available at both Keysight's booth (#5F41 Hall 5) and Capgemini's booth (#2K21 Hall 2).
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) ha annunciato una collaborazione con Capgemini per validare e integrare le reti non terrestri (NTN) del nuovo radio 5G (NR) in modalità trasparente e rigenerativa. La partnership si concentra sull'accelerazione dello sviluppo da parte di Capgemini del suo framework di rete di accesso radio (RAN) pronto per NTN 5G NR.
Utilizzando la soluzione di emulazione UE RAN UeSIM di Keysight, Capgemini ha testato con successo il proprio software RAN NTN 5G NR per l'uso in costellazioni LEO/MEO/GEO. La soluzione affronta le sfide nel testare le RAN NTN rigenerative attraverso:
- Simulazione avanzata di canale integrato
- Test dei protocolli di rete NTN su larga scala
- Modellazione precisa del canale orbitale
- Dimostrazione del concetto di gestione del fascio NTN
Il risultato sarà presentato al Mobile World Congress 2025, con dimostrazioni disponibili sia presso lo stand di Keysight (#5F41 Hall 5) che presso lo stand di Capgemini (#2K21 Hall 2).
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) ha anunciado una colaboración con Capgemini para validar e integrar redes no terrestres (NTN) del nuevo radio 5G (NR) en modos transparente y regenerativo. La asociación se centra en acelerar el desarrollo de Capgemini de su marco de red de acceso radio (RAN) preparado para NTN 5G NR.
Utilizando la solución de emulación de UE RAN UeSIM de Keysight, Capgemini probó con éxito su software RAN NTN 5G NR para el uso en constelaciones LEO/MEO/GEO. La solución aborda los desafíos en la prueba de RAN NTN regenerativas a través de:
- Simulación de canal integrado avanzada
- Pruebas de protocolos de red NTN a gran escala
- Modelado preciso del canal orbital
- Demostración del concepto de gestión de haz NTN
El logro se mostrará en el Mobile World Congress 2025, con demostraciones disponibles tanto en el stand de Keysight (#5F41 Hall 5) como en el stand de Capgemini (#2K21 Hall 2).
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS)는 Capgemini와 협력하여 5G 신규 무선(NR) 비지상 네트워크(NTN)를 투명 및 재생 모드로 검증하고 통합한다고 발표했습니다. 이 파트너십은 Capgemini의 5G NR NTN 준비 무선 접속 네트워크(RAN) 프레임워크 개발을 가속화하는 데 중점을 두고 있습니다.
Keysight의 UeSIM UE 에뮬레이션 RAN 솔루션을 사용하여 Capgemini는 LEO/MEO/GEO 별자리 사용을 위한 5G NR NTN RAN 소프트웨어를 성공적으로 테스트했습니다. 이 솔루션은 다음과 같은 방식으로 재생 NTN RAN 테스트의 문제를 해결합니다:
- 고급 통합 채널 시뮬레이션
- 대규모 NTN 네트워크 프로토콜 테스트
- 정확한 궤도 채널 모델링
- NTN 빔 관리 개념 시연
이 성과는 2025년 모바일 월드 콩그레스에서 선보일 예정이며, Keysight 부스(#5F41 Hall 5)와 Capgemini 부스(#2K21 Hall 2)에서 시연이 가능합니다.
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) a annoncé une collaboration avec Capgemini pour valider et intégrer les réseaux non terrestres (NTN) de la nouvelle radio 5G (NR) en modes transparent et régénératif. Le partenariat se concentre sur l'accélération du développement par Capgemini de son cadre de réseau d'accès radio (RAN) prêt pour NTN 5G NR.
En utilisant la solution d'émulation UE RAN UeSIM de Keysight, Capgemini a réussi à tester son logiciel RAN NTN 5G NR pour une utilisation dans des constellations LEO/MEO/GEO. La solution répond aux défis des tests des RAN NTN régénératifs à travers:
- Simulation avancée de canal intégré
- Tests de protocoles de réseau NTN à grande échelle
- Modélisation précise des canaux orbitaux
- Démonstration du concept de gestion de faisceau NTN
Cette réalisation sera présentée au Mobile World Congress 2025, avec des démonstrations disponibles à la fois au stand de Keysight (#5F41 Hall 5) et au stand de Capgemini (#2K21 Hall 2).
Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) hat eine Zusammenarbeit mit Capgemini angekündigt, um nicht-terrestrische Netzwerke (NTN) des neuen 5G-Funks (NR) in transparenten und regenerativen Modi zu validieren und zu integrieren. Die Partnerschaft konzentriert sich darauf, die Entwicklung von Capgemini seines 5G NR NTN-fähigen Funkzugangsnetz (RAN) Rahmens zu beschleunigen.
Durch die Nutzung der UeSIM UE Emulation RAN-Lösung von Keysight hat Capgemini erfolgreich seine 5G NR NTN RAN-Software für den Einsatz in LEO/MEO/GEO-Konstellationen getestet. Die Lösung adressiert Herausforderungen beim Testen regenerativer NTN RANs durch:
- Fortgeschrittene integrierte Kanalsimulation
- Test von NTN-Netzwerkprotokollen im großen Maßstab
- Präzise Modellierung von Orbitkanälen
- Demonstration des NTN Beam Management-Konzepts
Der Erfolg wird auf dem Mobile World Congress 2025 präsentiert, mit Demonstrationen sowohl am Stand von Keysight (#5F41 Hall 5) als auch am Stand von Capgemini (#2K21 Hall 2).
- Strategic partnership with Capgemini strengthens KEYS position in 5G NTN market
- Successful validation of UeSIM solution demonstrates technical leadership
- Technology addresses growing satellite communication market demand
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Insights
Keysight's collaboration with Capgemini on 5G NR non-terrestrial networks represents a strategic technological advancement in satellite communications testing. The partnership addresses a critical industry challenge: validating both transparent and regenerative NTN architectures for satellite constellations.
The technical significance here is substantial. Regenerative NTN radio access networks don't just relay signals; they amplify and process them, dramatically improving communication quality over traditional transparent systems. Keysight's UeSIM emulation solution enables testing these complex networks with precise orbit channel modeling - essentially creating a virtual satellite testing environment that would otherwise be prohibitively expensive to replicate.
This capability is particularly valuable for testing in non-geostationary and low earth orbit scenarios, where satellites are constantly moving relative to the ground. The dynamic nature of these constellations creates unique signal challenges that Keysight's technology helps solve through advanced beam management testing.
By supporting Capgemini's 5G NR NTN software framework (compliant with 3GPP Rel-17/18 and O-RAN architecture), Keysight is positioning itself at a critical validation checkpoint in the satellite communications development pipeline. As the industry moves toward implementing these next-generation satellite networks, testing solutions that can effectively validate performance will be essential infrastructure components.
From a business perspective, this partnership strengthens Keysight's position in the emerging satellite communications testing market. The company's UeSIM UE Emulation RAN solution addresses specialized testing requirements that few competitors can match, potentially creating a defensible market niche.
While the announcement lacks explicit financial projections, the strategic value is clear. Testing and validation represent critical infrastructure for the satellite communications industry, where deployment costs run into billions. Companies cannot risk launching satellites without exhaustive ground-based testing first, making Keysight's solutions potentially indispensable in the development cycle.
The collaboration with Capgemini - a major global technology consulting firm - provides Keysight with an important channel partner that can help integrate these testing solutions into broader satellite communications projects. Capgemini's global reach and client relationships could accelerate adoption of Keysight's technology.
For investors, this represents incremental positioning in a growth segment rather than an immediate revenue catalyst. The satellite communications market is projected to grow substantially as non-terrestrial networks supplement traditional infrastructure, but commercialization timelines remain undefined in this announcement.
The upcoming demonstration at Mobile World Congress will serve as an important visibility opportunity, potentially generating customer interest from satellite operators and equipment manufacturers looking to validate their own 5G NR NTN implementations.
- End-to-end validation of regenerative non-terrestrial network (NTN) Capgemini’s 5G O-RAN CU/DU framework, for robust operations in non-geostationary satellite orbit (NGSO) and low earth orbit (LEO) constellations
- Addresses dynamic satellite movement and complex beamforming challenges, enhancing global connectivity and network performance
- Achievement will be demonstrated at the Mobile World Congress 2025
Regenerative NTN radio access networks (RANs) represent a significant leap in 5G technology. These networks amplify and process signals, enhancing communication quality and reliability. Testing regenerative NTN RANs presents unique challenges due to the need for seamless integration of terrestrial and satellite components, ensuring robust connectivity, and maintaining high performance across various environments.
Keysight’s UeSIM UE Emulation RAN solution effectively tackles the challenge of emulating multiple NTN-enabled user devices through its advanced integrated channel simulation capability. This solution allows the testing of NTN network protocols at scale, with precise orbit channel modeling, additionally enabling the realization and demonstration of the NTN Beam Management concept. By leveraging Keysight UeSIM UE Emulation RAN solution, Capgemini successfully tested its 5G NR NTN RAN software (in regenerative and transparent architecture) for LEO/MEO/GEO constellation usage.
Rajat Kapoor, Head of Software Frameworks at Capgemini Engineering, said: “Capgemini's 5G NR NTN software framework is compliant with 3GPP Rel-17/18 and O-RAN based architecture, and helps to accelerate the development of various Satellite based communication systems for different use cases for the Satcom industry. The validation and interoperability of our 5G NR NTN software framework for transparent and regenerative mode with key partners such as Keysight are crucial milestones, enabling swift progress to meet the escalating demand for 5G NR NTN deployment.”
Peng Cao, Vice President, and General Manager for Keysight's Wireless Test Group, said: “Validating regenerative NTN RANs is crucial for advancing the 5G industry, as it ensures reliable and high-quality communication in non-terrestrial networks. Our collaboration with Capgemini Engineering addresses the complexities of satellite communication, supporting the development of innovative solutions for the market.”
Resources
- Product page: Keysight’s UeSIM Emulation RAN solution
- MWC 25 event page: Keysight at Mobile World Congress 2025
About Keysight Technologies
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