C-DOT Collaborates with IIT Roorkee and IIT Mandi for 6G Technology Development
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Parties Involved | Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), IIT Roorkee, IIT Mandi |
| Event | Agreement signed for development of 'Cell-Free' 6G Access Points |
| Date | Not specified |
| Objective | Develop 'Cell-Free' 6G Access Points for next-gen communication technologies |
| C-DOT Overview | Established in 1984; Develops telecom equipment; Offices in Delhi, Bangalore, Kolkata; CMMI-DEV v1.3 Level 5 |
| Attendees | Dr Rajkumar Upadhyay (CEO, C-DOT), Dr Abhay Kumar Sah (IIT Roorkee), Dr Adarsh Patel (IIT Mandi), Dr Pankaj Kumar Dalela (Director, C-DOT) |
| Funding Scheme | Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) by Department of Telecommunications |
| Funding Purpose | Support domestic companies, startups, academia, R&D in telecom product development |
| Technology | 'Cell-Free' Massive MIMO (eliminates cell boundaries, uses multiple access points) |
| 6G Project Focus | Develop APs for 6G networks, contribute to standardization, IPR generation, skilled workforce development |
| Alignment | Bharat 6G Vision by Prime Minister Narendra Modi |
| Key Highlights | Emphasis on indigenously designed technologies, IPR generation, "Atmanirbhar Bharat" commitment |