ERICSSON-CARLETON MOBILE WIRELESS LAB
On September 28, 2022, more than 75 Carleton University community members, government officials and industry representatives gathered to mark the official opening of the Ericsson-Carleton Mobile Wireless Lab in Carleton’s ARISE building.
A first of its kind in Canada, the lab hosts a private standalone 5G network that allows graduate students and researchers to develop, test and optimize state-of-the-art applications. Through a joint training program for researchers and information technology personnel on campus, Carleton and Ericsson are enabling effective management of the 5G lab.
Researchers in Carleton’s Department of Systems and Computer Engineering and the School of Computer Science have been conducting studies in areas like machine learning, drone navigation, robotics, immersive virtual reality and localization.
Technology featured in the Ericsson-Carleton Mobile Wireless Lab in Carleton’s ARISE building enhances the educational experience for students through a focus on student-centred project research and innovation programs.
By using real 5G equipment, students obtain practical experience – a skillset they can apply to their future career. Additionally, researchers gain valuable expertise in working with both hardware and software, enabling them to implement various 5G use-cases. The advanced technology available in the lab fosters a distinctive and stimulating environment that enhances teaching and course development.
The Ericsson 5G Lab enables researchers to conduct unified research for the development of unique industry-first solutions to real-world problems through applications of 5G. Researchers gain expertise working with both hardware and software for the implementation of several 5G use-cases in this purpose-built space. We’re excited to share the outcomes of our research activities.
Syed Hassan Raza Naqvi Adj. Professor & Ericsson Wireless Lab Project Manager
Impact on Research and Development
Ericsson's experiments drive the development of new applications and features for future products and solutions.
Ericsson assumes a leadership role in Canada, spearheading research and development for upcoming technical challenges in 5G and beyond.
Collaboration between students, researchers from Ericsson, Carleton, and University of Ottawa yields practical research and implementation activities that address real-world issues for Canadians.
The lab facilitates the transfer of high-tech knowledge and expertise to the next generation of researchers and qualified personnel, strengthening the Canadian economy and preparing them for industry challenges.
The 5G Lab in Carleton’s ARISE building offers a collaborative space for practical research and experimentation for the development of real-world applications. It has positively impacted Ericsson’s development of advanced indoor positioning, industrial automation, drone navigation, and application of AI and machine learning in next generation networks. The high-tech equipment within the lab allows students and researchers to gain real-world knowledge and contributes to their role as Canada’s foremost experts in 5G networking and its application in industry verticals.
Saurav Bhatia Program Manager, Ericsson Canada
