C-DOT and IIT-Roorkee Collaborate on Millimeter Wave Transceiver for 5G Rural Connectivity
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | C-DOT signs agreement with IIT-Roorkee for developing Millimeter Wave Transceiver for 5G rural connectivity. |
| Parties Involved | Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) and Indian Institute of Technology-Roorkee (IIT-Roorkee). |
| Project Name | Millimeter Wave Backhaul Technology Project. |
| Objective | Develop millimeter wave backhaul technology to improve 5G connectivity, especially in rural areas. |
| Key Features | - Combines optical and millimeter wave approach to reduce size and cost.- Aims to reduce reliance on international semiconductor fabrication.- Supports local industry and employment.- Funded under Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) scheme. |
| Expected Outcomes | - Generation of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs).- Development of skilled workforce in millimeter wave and Sub-THz technology.- Increased local manufacturing and job creation. |
| Millimeter Wave | - Frequency range: 30-300 GHz.- Wavelength range: 1-10 millimeters.- Used in 5G, explosive detection, broadband access, and more. |
| Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) | - Established in 1984.- Autonomous Telecom R&D centre under DoT, Ministry of Communications.- Registered society under the Societies Registration Act,1860. |