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In this work, we designed a passive 2×2 MBoSDM node prototype that is capable of band and space/fiber switching. The prototype is fully controllable though an SDN agent and supports selective band switching as well as add/drop functions for the...

This research demonstration presents an open source end-to-end solution for facilitating the anchoring of virtual content in the real world based on various platforms thanks to the interoperable specifications of the ETSI Augmented Reality...

In this paper, we present an adaptation of the extended Saleh model, using a coarse segmentation of the erbium doped fiber, to accurately include the impact of EDFA physics, with a limited complexity increase, in power efficiency predictions for...

This paper presents results of a channel measurement campaign carried out in a production hall at a carrier frequency of 160 GHz which were analyzed with regards to beam-steering and macro-diversity gains.

This paper highlights the differences between the standard matched filter (a correlation-based method) and symbol-domain processing, providing insights into how pulse shaping affects sensing performance in multicarrier schemes like OFDM....

Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) enables interoperability by allowing operators to choose equipment from multiple vendors. However, conflicting objectives between xApps, such as energy efficiency and load balancing, require coordination, raising...

This paper investigates angle-resolved channel measurements at 28 and 160 GHz within an industrial-like open office environment. It presents findings on power metrics, delay, and angular characteristics based on 135 measurement positions. Results...

Deprotonation of 3-methylpyrazolium and 3-methylindazolium salts yielded N-heterocyclic olefins (NHOs), which reacted with isocyanates, halogens, and carbon disulfide. Calculated proton affinities are 261 kcal/mol (indazole NHOs) and 272 kcal/mol...

The advancement of machine learning (ML)-assisted solutions for monitoring and performance analysis in space-division multiplexing (SDM) networks has been significantly constrained by a shortage of large, well-structured, and publicly available...

The paper reviews recent developments in high-capacity THz wireless transmission, focusing on point-to-point links in the lower THz frequency range around 300 GHz. Available technologies and challenges for integration into future 6G optical...

We demonstrate high symbol rate (128/140-Gbaud QPSK/16QAM) transmission for multi-band systems (S-C-L-band) with commercially available components. The broadband thin film lithium niobate high-bandwidth modulator and the HHI designed InP coherent...

We introduce iQSync, a clock-offset recovery method for quantum key distribution. iQSync achieves sub-linear computational complexity, allowing for the implementation on low-level hardware. We demonstrate the method for channel attenuations...

A narrow linewidth tunable laser based on ring resonators is presented. It uses low loss passive waveguides implemented in a monolithic InP photonic integrated circuit. The laser can be tuned over a wavelength range from 1559 nm to 1602 nm. The...

We investigate high-symbol rate SDM transmission using 16 to 128 GBd QPSK, 16-QAM and 64-QAM modulation over a 3-mode fiber. An aggregated net rate of 2.56 Tb/s was obtained after 54 km transmission using 128 GBd 16-QAM signals.

To enable QKD in various scenarios, we developed a 625 MHz real-time autonomous timebin-phase QKD system with custom clock synchronization. We demonstrate the system’s performance and robustness under unstable link conditions, a variety of fiber...

Single-photon avalanche detectors (SPADs), which operate without cryogenic cooling, are a core component for practical QKD systems. We demonstrate 13-hour continuous key generation with our timebin-phase BB84 QKD system using our InGaAs/InP SPAD,...

Spatial-diversity schemes are applied to improve signal quality of coherent free-space optical transmission systems with uncorrelated phase noise. We compare the performance of conventional schemes (MRC, SDC) to a newly proposed one (X-MRC).

This paper addresses the challenge of real-time rendering of dynamic 3D scenes using Instant Neural Graphics Primitives (iNGP), training a separate radiance field for each frame. To enable interactive VR playback, efficient data storage and...

Identifying surgical phases is a crucial component of surgical workflow analysis, facilitating the automated evaluation of surgical procedures’ performance and efficiency. A significant challenge in developing neural networks for surgical phase...

Researchers from the University of L’Aquila, NICT, Finisar, Prysmian, Nokia Bell Lab and Fraunhofer HHI Space-Division Multiplexed Transmission technologies from the Lab to the Field and present a summary for their work in this invited...

We address system trade-offs, e.g. between resolution and speed of a coherent scanning LiDAR. We analyze the performance of our real-time FMCW LiDAR prototype with a high-quantumefficiency coherent receiver, two-dimensional...

We introduce SPNerf, a NeRF based zero-shot 3D segmentation approach that leverages geometric priors. We integrate geometric primitives derived from 3D scene into NeRF training to produce primitive-wise CLIP features, avoiding the ambiguity of...

This research compares the local- and global modeling ways of XGBoost in the geospatial studies. Two experiments based on simulation data and German COVID-19 infection data were conducted to compare the two modeling ways from multiple aspects....

In cell-free networks, system throughput is enhanced by allowing more than one access point (AP) to serve each user, which may lead to high energy consumption. To circumvent this, this paper presents a surrogate optimization technique using...

We successfully achieved MFI using a neuromorphic PIC with a photonic reservoir and digital readout, both in a laboratory environment and with commercial network equipment.

We present the design and fabrication of more than 2000 km of a 7-core multi-core fiber (MCF) drawn from a single large-scale MCF preform. The fiber was fabricated without any online fiber breaks and exhibits axially excellent geometrical...

The EU-funded project COMPAIR designed advanced monitoring and simulation tools that aggregate data from multiple sources to provide a well-rounded view of air pollution and related challenges e.g. traffic, waste management, energy use. Built-in...

3D Gaussian Splatting (3DGS) is a powerful technique for real-time radiance field rendering but is limited by its high storage and memory requirements. This survey provides the first comprehensive analysis of existing compression and compaction...

We address digital self-interference cancellation (SIC) in simultaneous transmit-receive systems using data-driven approaches. We propose kernel-based learning methods -- adaptive projected subgradient method (APSM) and support vector regression...

This study introduces a novel approach for precise, radiation-free intraoperative measurements using 3D stereoscopic imaging integrated into a digital surgical microscope for stapedotomy. By optimizing the calibration of stereoscopic zoom-focus...