Communication Technology

We develop communication systems from the channel model to the finished system. We conduct research and development for quantum-safe network protocols for both wired and wireless connections.

Competencies

Transmission Technology

Channel models and modulation techniques
Coding methods
Non-linear predistortion
Ethernet Advanced Physical Layer
Tunnel communication
BT (BLE), WLAN, LoRa, ZigBee, NFC, UWB
Free-space optical communication
Satellite communication

Internet of Things

Standards and cyber-security
Protocols (LoRa-WAN, MIOTY®, MQTT, AMQP, CoAP)

High-Frequency Technology

3D Simulations and optimizations of antennas and RF-components
RF-metrology and radiation safety (NISV)
Impedance spectroscopy

Cryptography

Post-quantum cryptography
Quantum communication and technology
Quantum-safe network protocols (TLS1.3, SSH)
High-Altitude Platform Stations
Near-space tests with high-altitude balloons
Drone flights for preliminary high-altitude tests

Tools

MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C/C++, Java, CST Microwave Studio
HF-Messtechnik Labor
PCB Design und Entwicklung
3D-Druck

Collaboration

Innovation projects with industry (e.g. Innosuisse, SNF-Bridge, StiftungFHNW)
Service contracts
Preliminary studies, feasibility studies
Student projects
Cooperations with universities and research centers (ETHZ, Uni Genf, Uni Bern, PSI, CSEM, Centre of Quantum Technologies, National University of Singapore)

Communication Technology

Competencies

Tools

Collaboration

Selected projects

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