Project Lead
The University of Bremen is a medium-sized German university with around 18,000 students, and offers a wide range of subjects and degrees that includes more than 100 master’s and bachelor’s degrees. The Department of Communications Engineering has long-time expertise in conducting research in the areas wireless transmission systems, algorithms, and signal processing techniques. By the participation in DFG programs, relevant BMFR, EU & ESA funded research project and industry cooperation’s the gained results in basic research are exploited for the development and standardization of mobile communication systems and space communication systems.
In 6G-Coverage, the University of Bremen will explore innovative transmission concepts for unified 3D communication networks in 6G to provide. We will investigate cross-radio access interfaces that can be adapted to the respective characteristics of the transmission channels as well as multi-link concepts to increase reliability. To this end, communications engineering approaches such as unified modulation, waveform design, AI/ML algorithms, interference management, receiver design are used. Together with the project partners, selected use cases and concepts will be implemented and evaluated in the proof-of-concept demonstrator consisting of terrestrial and non-terrestrial components. Furthermore, the University of Bremen is coordinating the project.
Link for partner name: www.ant.uni-bremen.de
Project Partners
Bosch GmbH
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services with over 130,000 employees in Germany. It is organized into four primary business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Mobility Solutions represents the group’s primary sector for automotive-focused activities, overseeing development across several business divisions. In its role as a Tier 1 supplier, Bosch is heavily involved in cutting-edge automotive technology areas, such as Automotive Assisted & Automated Driving, Active Safety & Brake Systems, and eMobility. Through these extensive offerings, Bosch continuously designs, integrates, and tests advanced vehicle electronics and connected systems to shape the future of mobility.
Within 6G-Coverage, Bosch’s contributions focus on enabling ubiquitous connectivity in the automotive domain. This includes proposing automotive use cases that benefit from uninterrupted and reliable connectivity services. Moreover, Bosch is developing technology components in both the TN and NTN segments–such as handover management and multi-connectivity–to fulfill these use case requirements. Additionally, Bosch is evaluating the coexistence of TN and NTN technologies in the automotive context while providing a platform for end-to-end performance evaluation, integrating project solutions with its Connectivity Control Unit (CCU).
DLR Institute of Communications and Navigation
DLR is the Federal Republic of Germany’s research centre for aeronautics and space. We conduct research and development activities in the fields of aeronautics, space, energy, transport, security and defense, and digitalisation. Participating in 6G-COVERAGE for DLR is the Institute of Communications and Navigation (DLR-KN), situated in Oberpfaffenhofen near Munich and Neustrelitz. The institute is engaged in the design, analysis and realization of systems for communication and navigation in the fields of space, aeronautics, land and ship transportation and security. The work ranges from scientific fundaments to technology demonstrations in a real environment and technology transfer in cooperation with industry. Currently the Institute employs approximately 200 staff. About one third of the staff members are PhD candidates. The DLR has many years of experience designing advanced PHY‑ and MAC‑ and higher layer solutions for Non‑Terrestrial Networks (NTN).
In 6G-COVERAGE DLR-KN is investigating and evaluating waveforms for highly mobile channels in future 6G networks and optimize multi‑connectivity technologies on transport protocol using AI/ML. The feasibility of these solutions will be demonstrated through simulations and experimental platforms. The work carried out within the 6G-COVERAGE project will advance waveform design for highly mobile channels and multi‑link communication, providing essential knowledge for the development of next‑generation NTN communication systems. The DLR is monitoring and contributing to standard bodies and industry associations, thereby shaping the technology development process and in the 6G arena.
Fraunhofer Institut FOKUS
Fraunhofer FOKUS, based in Berlin, Germany, develops solutions for the communication infrastructure of the future. The research institute explores how communication networks will contribute to a more secure and convenient living, addressing important challenges of society and the smart cities of the future – including access to information, economic and sustainable use of resources, smart mobility, and modern governmental administration. Fraunhofer FOKUS is specialized in developing multi-domain networks and interoperable, user-centric solutions and, independent from specific manufacturers, products and technologies, provides a neutral platform. With more than 30 years of experience, FOKUS is one of the most important actors in the ICT research landscape both nationally and worldwide, and as a member of important standardization bodies it contributes to the definition of new standards in information and communication technologies. Fraunhofer FOKUS participates in 6G-Coverage with its Software-based Networks – Next Generation Network Infrastructure (NGNI) department.
Within 6G-Coverage, FOKUS researches seamless TN–NTN & NTN-NTN mobility and provides the core-network, the NTN emulation and the Open6GCore complete testbed. FOKUS develops predictive and uninterrupted handover mechanisms between terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks, including topology-based access selection, core-side handover preparation, and TN-NTN mobility management with synchronised state for registration, paging and activation. To anticipate satellite link availability, FOKUS contributes visibility and line-of-sight prediction based on orbital (TLE) data and shadowing/obstruction modelling, feeding realistic link conditions into network planning and mobility decisions. For end-to-end evaluation, FOKUS deploys a 6G core network in both terrestrial and NTN-adapted variants and provides a real-time emulation and digital-twin platform for large-scale 3D TN/NTN networks, on which the consortium’s solutions are integrated and validated together with the project partners.
IMST
MST GmbH is a German engineering company and trusted innovation partner specializing in advanced wireless, mobile and satellite communications. With extensive expertise spanning mobile communication technologies from 1G/2G through today’s 5G systems and emerging 6G developments, IMST combines deep knowledge in RF systems, antennas, integrated circuits, microelectronics and communication technologies. The company supports ambitious satellite missions across the complete development lifecycle—from early feasibility studies, concept definition and system design to hardware development, verification, qualification and production. By combining multidisciplinary engineering capabilities with a strong understanding of mission and market requirements, IMST helps partners accelerate innovation, reduce technical risk and transform pioneering ideas into reliable, high-performance solutions for satellite payloads, ground terminals, communication links and next-generation wireless systems.
Within the 6G-Coverage project, IMST will contribute to the development of an advanced satellite communication terminal, providing key expertise in RF system design, antenna engineering and communication hardware. A central focus will be the integration of complementary antenna technologies to enable seamless connectivity across terrestrial networks (TN) and non-terrestrial networks (NTN). IMST will design, develop and validate critical hardware components required for reliable, high-performance communication links, including antenna systems, RF front ends and supporting electronic modules. Through its multidisciplinary engineering capabilities, IMST will help optimize link performance, support efficient system integration and reduce technical risks, contributing to a flexible, resilient and future-ready 6G TN/NTN connectivity solution.
MediaMobil Communication
MediaMobil has been developing systems for worldwide communications via radio and satellite networks for over 30 years. The company is providing own satellite services (GEO / LEO) with worldwide coverage, providing communications for various types of vessels (e.g: offshore workboats, research vessels, coast guard boats) and land-based users for fixed, mobile and on-the-pause applications. MediaMobil operates its own teleport in Bremen and other teleports with locations worldwide. As a partner of the satellite operator Eutelsat, MediaMobil has direct access to global GEO and LEO network infrastructure, as well as to the OneWeb LEO satellite system.
As part of 6G coverage, MediaMobil integrates the gNodeB and 6G Core components into the NTN ground segment and provides satellite access for the over-the-air tests and demonstrations. Furthermore, MediaMobil involves potential satellite operators in the project and contributes to the development of the 3D-Network system architecture as well as application-based TN/NTN handover concepts.
Nokia Bell Labs
Nokia is a global leader in creating critical networks and technologies that connect the world. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and collaboration, Nokia provides solutions to mobile networks, cloud and network services, network infrastructure, and Nokia Technologies. The company is at the forefront of 6G, cloud-native software, and open network solutions, driving advancements in connectivity and digital transformation. Nokia Bell Labs is the world-renowned industrial research arm of Nokia, recognized for its groundbreaking innovations that have shaped the information and communications technology (ICT) industry. Founded in 1925, Bell Labs has been at the forefront of technological advancements, including the invention of the transistor, the laser, and information theory, which have earned numerous Nobel Prizes. Today, Nokia Bell Labs focuses on pioneering research in areas such as 5G, 6G, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and advanced networking technologies, driving the future of connectivity and digital transformation.
Nokia Bell Labs aims to enhance system performance, network coverage, and service quality in 3D communication networks involving terrestrial users and unmanned-aerial-vehicles (UAVs) in the lower airspace. Key objectives include:
- Advanced Channel Modeling: Developing models beyond existing 3GPP standards to obtain realistic predictions of performance metrics like SINR and throughput.
- Antenna and Beamforming Optimization: Evaluating and optimizing multi-antenna configurations and beamforming techniques to suppress interference effectively.
- Multi-Link and Dual Connectivity: Exploring multi-connectivity approaches for UAVs to terrestrial and satellite base stations (NTN).
- Coexistence Strategies: Studying the interaction between UAVs and ground users to develop interference-free coexistence concepts.
NXP Semiconductors Germany
NXP Semiconductors is a global leader in secure connectivity solutions for embedded applications, driving innovation across automotive, indusResearch partner specializing in wireless communications, massive MIMO systems, and satellite networks. Contributing expertise in physical layer design and resource allocation.trial IoT, mobile, and communication infrastructure markets. With extensive expertise in intelligent edge systems, AI integration, and scalable hardware platforms, NXP enables secure and high-performance connectivity solutions for next-generation digital ecosystems.
As part of 6GCoverage, NXP provides modular, software-defined hardware platforms enabling flexible and scalable 6G terminals. The company focuses on seamless integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks (TN/NTN), including dual- and multi-link connectivity, and contributes to AI-enabled control, antenna interfaces, and PHY/MAC enhancements. NXP supports end-to-end validation of 6G technologies and their transition into market-ready solutions.
Rohde & Schwarz
Rohde & Schwarz is a global technology group striving for a safer and connected world. With its Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity Divisions, the company creates tomorrow’s innovations today. The company’s leading-edge products and solutions empower industrial, regulatory and military customers to attain technological and digital sovereignty. The core business encompasses a broad portfolio: test and measurement equipment for a wide range of markets such as wireless and automotive as well as solutions for defeense, critical infrastructures, networks and cybersecurity, and broadcast. Rohde & Schwarz is involved in future technologies such as mmWave, AI, quantum technology as well as the next generation of wireless communications standards (6G) and non-terrestrial networks (NTN).
In 6G-Coverage, Rohde & Schwarz will contribute with this expertise in test and measurement and support the various testbeds and demonstrator setups. Our system simulator supports NTN protocol scenarios, ranging from updated system information, timer and counter handling up to sophisticated mobility scenarios like conditional handover or RACH-less handover. We will further enhance those methods and contribute to the investigations of novel mobility scenarios focusing on seamless connectivity. Future 6G NTNs will apply higher frequencies in the mmWave region and directive antennas will become pivotal elements. Our focus is on supporting the development of such enhanced antennas with over-the-air testing methods, including new metrics in the context of beamforming and beamsteering. New waveforms, coding methods as well as satellite related fading profiles and channel impacts can be incorporated in our signal generators and signal analyzers and aim is to cooperate with the project partner on such novel fading and channel emulation scenarios, incorporating machine learning strategies
RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau
The Chair of Radio Communication and Navigation at RPTU Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU) is led by Prof. Hans Schotten, who also serves as Scientific Director and Head of the Intelligent Networks research department at the German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence (DFKI). Furthermore, he acts as a coordinator for the national collaborative 6G projects Open6GHub and the 6G-Plattform (BMFTR). Within the 6G-Plattform, RPTU has made particularly diverse contributions in the field of science communication. In this project, RPTU will specifically contribute its extensive experience in the areas of mobile network architectures, highly reliable radio access solutions, drone applications, 5G campus networks, and demonstrator development. RPTU leads Work Package 3 (AP 3) on uninterrupted connectivity.
RPTU develops advanced mobility management, multi-connectivity, and spectrum-sharing solutions for integrated TN–NTN 6G networks. Its work includes AI-assisted and predictive handover mechanisms, reliable multi-link communication, intelligent traffic steering, and energy-efficient mobility procedures. The research further addresses fair spectrum sharing and cross-domain resource allocation to ensure seamless, reliable, and efficient operation of future 3D networks.
https://eit.rptu.de/fgs/wicon/mitarbeiter/lehrstuhlinhaber/prof-dr-ing-hans-d-schotten
Telefonica Deutschland
As one of the world’s leading telecommunications companies, Telefónica wants to be the best gateway to digital technologies for citizens, businesses and institutions. With more than 300 million connections and an annual turnover of 35 billion euros, the Telefónica Group focuses its activities on Spain, Brazil, Germany and the United Kingdom.
Telefónica Deutschland accounts for around a quarter of the Telefónica Group’s turnover. As a full-service telecommunications provider, it is the leading mobile network operator for citizens and a key player in the market for innovative partner offerings, as well as a rapidly growing provider of solutions for enterprises. The company’s core brand is O2, alongside secondary and partner brands such as Blau and Ay Yildiz.
Its range of services includes traditional telephone and internet connections, as well as digital services in the areas of the Internet of Things, security, entertainment and data analysis. In the mobile communications sector, Telefónica Deutschland serves around 35 million connections (31 March 2026). The provider’s multi-award-winning mobile network covers more than 99 per cent of the population. In 2025, Telefónica Deutschland generated revenue of 8.2 billion euros.… (contribution to 6G-Coverage
Associated Partners
