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5G NTN: Network Procedures and Parameters
A detailed set of parameter and procedure adaptations in 5G NTN ensures successful attach, random access, AMF selection, Mobility and UE...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Sep 29, 202511 min read


5G-NTN: DL/UL Timing Synchronization
Downlink and uplink timing synchronization between the UE and gNB in a 5G NR Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) introduces several unique...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Sep 26, 20255 min read


5G NTN Radio Protocol Enhancements
Introduction The integration of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) into the 5G ecosystem represents a significant evolution, aiming to...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Sep 23, 20259 min read


5G NTN (Use Cases, Architectures, Challenges)
What is 5G NTN 5G NTN(Non‑Terrestrial Networks) is the 3GPP‑standardized use of satellites and high‑altitude platforms as part of the 5G...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Sep 22, 20256 min read


5G SON, Simplified
Introduction SON (Self Organizing Networks) is an automation framework that lets cellular networks configure, optimize, and heal...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Sep 18, 202510 min read


Advanced Spectrum Efficiency techniques in 5G NR
Introduction Spectral Efficiency Spectral efficiency is the net data rate per unit bandwidth, usually measured in bit/s/Hz; it reflects...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Sep 11, 20257 min read


AI/ML in 5G RAN protocol stack
Introduction Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are becoming integral to the evolution of 5G Radio Access Networks...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Sep 4, 202518 min read


CSI-RS in 5G NR
What is CSI-RS and why it’s used Channel State Information Reference Signal (CSI-RS) is a configurable downlink reference signal used by...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Aug 31, 202516 min read


Sounding Reference Signals in 5G NR
Sounding Reference Signal (SRS) is an uplink reference signal transmitted by the UE that enables the gNB to estimate uplink channel...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Aug 26, 20259 min read


CMPv2 and TLS Callhome in O-RAN Fronthaul
Certificate Management Protocol version 2 (CMPv2) and Transport Layer Security (TLS) callhome procedures form the cornerstone of secure...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Aug 21, 20258 min read


5G NR DM-RS(Demodulation Reference Signals)
1. Introduction DMRS (Demodulation Reference Signals) are UE-specific reference signals in 5G NR that provide essential channel...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Aug 14, 202511 min read
Radio Network Temporary Identifiers (RNTIs) in 5G NR
Introduction In 5G NR, Radio Network Temporary Identifiers (RNTIs) are pivotal for distinguishing UEs (User Equipments), groups of UEs,...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Aug 1, 20257 min read


PUCCH in 5G NR
Introduction What is PUCCH in 5G NR? The Physical Uplink Control Channel (PUCCH) in 5G New Radio (NR) is the channel through which the...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Jul 26, 20257 min read


5G NR - Frequency Domain Resource Allocation
Introduction At its core, frequency domain resource allocation involves dividing the available radio spectrum into smaller, manageable...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Jul 17, 20256 min read


Timing Advance (TA) in 4G and 5G
Introduction Timing Advance (TA) is a critical concept in 4G Long-Term Evolution (LTE) and 5G New Radio (NR) systems, ensuring...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Jun 30, 20257 min read


Cyclic Prefix (CP) in LTE & 5G
Introduction Cyclic Prefix (CP) is a crucial component in Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) systems, which are the...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Jun 26, 20256 min read


Understanding FFT and IFFT in OFDM
1. Introduction Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) is a powerful modulation technique used in modern wireless...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Jun 19, 20254 min read


Understanding and Mitigating PAPR in OFDM Systems
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) is a cornerstone of modern wireless communication systems, offering robustness against...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Jun 16, 20255 min read


Understanding HARQ Concepts in 5G
1. Introduction to HARQ HARQ (Hybrid Automatic Repeat reQuest) is a critical error control method used in wireless systems like LTE and...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Jun 9, 20253 min read


Contention Resolution in Msg4 during RACH procedure
In LTE and 5G NR Random Access Channel (RACH) procedure, the gNB extracts specific UE identities from Msg3 to construct Msg4 (Contention...

Venkateshu Kamarthi
Jun 3, 20254 min read
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