5G Berlin Association
Innovation Cluster
The Innovation Cluster 5G BERLIN e.V. is a partnership of research and industry to promote joint projects and innovations around the new mobile communications standard 5G.
The objective of the non-profit association is both the testing of innovative 5G technologies and the development of new applications as well as interdisciplinary networking at the research and technology location Berlin.
In this way, the initiative is making an important contribution to building strategic partnerships and enabling future-oriented companies to use the new mobile communications standard for various areas of application in society and business.
5G Berlin Association
Executive Board
Dr. Martin
Kasparick
Chairman of the Board
Elena
Kempf – Loeck
Deputy Chairwoman of the Board
Gabriele
Schrenk
Chief Financial Officer
Community Managerin
Dr. Hanna
Theuer
Senior Innovation & Community Managerin
5G Berlin Association
Members
Expertise
airpuls offers open 5G solutions for 5G enterprise networks as well as for research and 5G/6G prototyping. Our O-RAN-compatible 5G network equipment is highly customizable to the specific use cases of our customers. We largely rely on open source software libraries and allow full access to all parts of the 5G software stack. In addition, we support our customers with our planning software, which also enables high-precision planning indoors.
Contribution
In 5G Berlin, airpuls is involved in the expansion and further development of the 5G testbed, both with regard to Open RAN and with regard to future network architectures and technologies. In addition, key technologies such as network slicing, time-sensitive networking (TSN) and integrated communication and sensing (ICAS) can be tested in the testbed as part of proof-of-concept activities.
Expertise
atesio is specialized in the use of mathematical models and methods for the long-, medium-, and short-term planning as well as the operation of networks, especially telecommunications networks (xG mobile networks, fiber access).
atesio offers consulting services, software modules and development services. The Berlin SME was founded in 2000.
Contribution
atesio contributes its expertise in radio and access network planning to 5G Berlin. On this basis, concrete, integrated network planning is possible as well as the development of new network planning and configuration methods (in the sense of SDN) to support the continuous, demand-oriented configuration of 5G networks.
Expertise
dacoso is a leading IT service provider for network performance and data security.
In its own BSI-certified NOC/SOC, dacoso operates managed services for connectivity, virtual networking and cyber security, including consulting, procurement, and installation.
dacoso was founded in 2004 and has 12 locations in the DACH region.
Contribution
At 5G Berlin, dacoso is committed to the operation of campus networks and shared RAN infrastructures with its NOC/SOC services: The secure and flexible NOC/SOC platform makes seamless transitions in multi-cloud environments possible. For 5G network users, this brings benefits in terms of network security, automation, and edge computing.
Expertise
EANTC (European Advanced Networking
Test Center) is one of the leading independent test centers for telecommunications technologies.
EANTC offers independent consulting as well as realistic and high-quality test services. Its customers include manufacturers of network components, service providers and companies.
Contribution
EANTC develops new test methods for 5G networks and applications that are prototyped in the 5G Berlin context.
In particular, we focus on end-to-end interoperability, scaling and performance testing. They cover network infrastructure (SDN transport, slicing, Telco Cloud / NFV, edge computing) as well as applications for different industry sectors.
Expertise
With its clear orientation towards applied research and its focus on future-relevant key technologies such as 5G, Fraunhofer FOKUS has played a central role in the digital transformation of companies and public institutions for over 30 years. The provision of software tools and vendor-neutral test environments form an essential basis for this.
Contribution
FOKUS contributes its 5G Playground (Campus Moabit) as a test field environment to 5G Berlin. The 5G Playground integrates various local access networks (WLAN, Small Cells, LTE, 5G NR, satellites) with its own software-based 5G core network (Open5GCore.org). In this network, 5G terminals, network components and various 5G applications (e.g. automotive, manufacturing, safety) can be tested using network slicing or private network concepts. The 5G Playground can be coupled with other parts of 5G Berlin according to project requirements.
Expertise
Fraunhofer HHI is a global leader in the development of mobile and fixed broadband communication networks and multimedia systems. Focal points of independent and contract research conducted by Fraunhofer HHI are photonic components and systems, fiber optic sensor systems, and image signal processing and transmission.
Contribution
As the coordinator of the use-case group and technology supplier in the fields of optics, wireless and SDN/NFV, Fraunhofer HHI supports the association in many ways. With a planned indoor LiFi/WiFi/4G test field, HHI is testing already developed antennas, radio modules and network technology. The HHI is also involved in the construction and management of the outdoor test field – not least, it also provides its own equipment. In addition, the role of the institute in the board of directors and advisory board is to participate and to make organizational decisions.
Expertise
As a production technology research and development partner with strong IT expertise, Fraunhofer IPK in Berlin offers system solutions, individual technologies and services for digitally integrated production. In doing so, we provide companies with comprehensive support along the entire value chain: from product development, planning and control of machinery and equipment, including technologies for parts production, to comprehensive automation and management of factory operations.
Contribution
In its main test field, Fraunhofer IPK operates an extensive machine park with the latest tooling and machines, robot cells and assembly systems. Innovative processes for human-machine and machine-machine communication are being developed here as part of the emerging 5G testbed. We offer interested companies the opportunity to use this infrastructure in joint projects to develop novel solutions ranging from production technology and virtual product creation to the automation of production and logistics.
Expertise
Fraunhofer IZM stands for application-oriented, industry-oriented research and development in the field of electronic system integration, in particular assembly and connection technology. With four technology clusters, the entire range required for the realization of reliable electronics and their integration into the application is covered.
Contribution
Interest: Design, manufacturing and testing of 5G millimeter wave components and modules
Contribution: Provision of a shielded cabin for antenna measurements
Expertise
Germandrones was founded in Berlin in 2016. The company develops and produces the Songbird, a drone for professional purposes. It is a combination of fixed wing and multicopter with tilting rotors. The properties of traditional aircrafts with vertical take-off and landing characteristics are combined in the Songbird.
Contribution
Die neue 5G Technologie wird in Zukunft sehr wichtig zum Betrieb von Germandrones Drohnen sein. Das betrifft vor allem Steuerung und Datenübertragung. In 5G Berlin kommen wir mit Experten für diese Technologie zusammen und können unser Know-how deutlich vertiefen. Germandrones ist als Anwender der Technologie in mehreren Use Cases vertreten.
Expterise
Highstreet technologies is an SME founded in Berlin in 2008. Since 2014 highstreet technologies has been working on Software Defined Networks (SDN) and Network Function Virtualisation (NFV). In addition to consulting Tier 1 network operators, highstreet technologies develops SDN-based network applications and integrates them into executable systems.
Contribution
In 2017, highstreet technologies founded the Open SDN & NFV Lab (OSNL), an initiative that more than a dozen partners have joined. For the OSNL, 5G Berlin offers access to a realistic RAN. For the 5G Berlin test field, highstreet technologies will provide the SDN Controller.
Expertise
MicroNova has been active as a software and systems house since 1987 and offers products, solutions and services in three business segments: “Testing” of automotive electronics, management of mobile radio and communication networks and distribution of IT management solutions.
Contribution
MicroNova contributes many years of development experience for RAN configuration tools of well-known network operators. Other relevant activities include SDN controllers (cloud RAN), test applications for 5G mobile services, 5G use cases and the installation of network slices.
Expertise
ng4T offers active load test equipment for 5G RAN and CORE (AMF, SMF, UPF), as well as LTE-HO- and C-IOT test ng4T helps reducing the time-to-market to design and develop 5G infrastructure and ensures interoperability ng4T’s products meet NFV and SBA requirements, they support PCM, ATM, 1GbE, 10, 25, 40 and 100GbE interface
Contribution
ng4T develops and delivers active test solutions for verification and deployment of mobile networks for both NEMs and operators. ng4T Netzwerk-Emulatoren, testers pave the way for your development and rollout process. ng4T tools and expertise reduce time-to-market and support validation of network protocols and procedures.
Contribution
Is a leading international IT security provider and experienced specialist in software-based VPN solutions, Protelion is developing peer-to-peer technology to deliver greater security, flexibility and efficiency. The Protelion TDR (Threat Detection and Response) Platform provides comprehensive security for all levels of the enterprise in a unique cost-effective solution.
