AudenTechno Group announced its latest solution for expanding private 5G networks through non-terrestrial infrastructure, to be showcased at the upcoming ComNext 2024 expo in Tokyo. Known for cutting-edge capabilities in 5G antenna and satellite technologies, Auden's new solution combines both-its LEO satellite user terminal and an all-new 5G NR Open RAN radio unit (O-RU)-to accelerate private 5G networks of all sizes running mission-critical communications. New 5G NR O-RAN radio unit.

On display at ComNext 2024 and now available, the all-new 5G NR Open RAN RU is an ideal entry point for 5G adoption. It is a modular white box solution based on an ARM CPU and with a customizable management plane, enabling rapid deployment and scalability when testing out 5G capabilities on smaller private NTNs. With options on N78 and N79 bands, the RU features a 4T4R MIMO antenna for greater signal coverage and transmission performance.

Actual uplink and downlink bandwidth performance reaches up to 1 Gbps /150 Mbps, and the communication interface provides 1 Gbps Ethernet and 10 Gbps SPF+ connections. The unit also is ready for semi-outdoor use with IP54 certification. Known as an advocate for openness, interoperability, and the Open RAN (O-RAN) Alliance, Auden's subsidiary Auray Technology (Auray OTIC and Security Lab) has certified the radio unit according to O-RAN Opt.

7.2 specifications. LEO satellite user terminals: Combined with the radio unit, Auden's satellite user terminals can be connected to LEO and geostationary orbit (GEO) constellations to extend coverage of terrestrial networks to remote locations, such as rural areas, unmanned factories, disaster zones, and maritime vessels. With various throughput options up to 200 Mbps, the user terminals deliver the speed, range, and reliability for mission critical applications on private 5G networks, such as emergency services, Industry 4.0 and IoT, defense and military applications, maritime industries, logistics, and transportation.