When
May 17-19, 2016
Introduction
Considering the evolution of multi-band antennas, progress in active antennas for LTE and on the route to 5G. This workshop will consider how service providers will deploy broadband and multi-band antennas, how active antenna systems must evolve to meet continuing RAN performance challenges and support for denser capacity layers. We will explore challenges and opportunities for deployment and validation of these systems.
Workshop Goals
- Understand how and why service providers will introduce and roll out broadband and multiband antennas into their network
- Explore tighter antenna technology integration, smarter beam forming antennas and MIMO
- Assess state-of-the-art technology enablers - distributed amplifiers, connectors and components
- Understand 4G opportunities and the route towards 5G
- Assess opportunities and challenges for mmWave band systems
- Assess test and evaluation challenges - Understand how PIM and other OPEX challenges will be addressed
Agenda
DAY 1 Tuesday May 17 2:00 PM |
T-Mobile "Walk in My Shoes" Tour |
Bus to depart from the hotel at 1:30 pm Limited Registration, first come-first served |
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7:00 PM |
Evening Reception and Registration
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Hotel
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DAY 2 Wednesday May 18 7:00 AM |
Coffee and Registration |
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8:00 AM
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Welcomes and Introductions |
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8:30 AM |
Keynote
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In Pursuit of Capacity: Exploring Antenna Technology
RAN Principal Engineer
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10:00 AM |
Networking Break |
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10:40 AM |
Carrier Perspectives
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Evolution in the Evaluation of Wireless Technology Strategies
Wireless Technology Strategist
Macro Layer Evolution towards Active Antenna Mass Deployment
Senior Project Manager
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12:00 Noon |
Networking Lunch |
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1:00 PM |
OEM Perspectives
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Advanced Antenna Systems
Expert/Multi Antenna Systems
Massive MIMO for 5G Wireless to the Home
R&D Engineer
Active Antenna System and Massive MIMO
Huawei Fellow
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3:00 PM |
Networking Break |
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3:40 PM |
OEM Perspectives (continued) |
Overview and Comparison of Several Multi-beam Antenna Architectures
Principal Antenna Engineer
Innovative Concepts and Simulation Studies on 4T FDD LTE Systems
Principal Engineer
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5:00 PM |
End of Day Panel
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7:00 PM |
Dinner - Salty's on Alki Beach |
Bus Transportation provided - bus to depart hotel at 6:15 pm |
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DAY 3 Thursday May 19 7:00 AM |
Coffee and Registration |
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8:00 AM
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System and Technology Vendors
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LTE Advanced, Densification and C-RAN
CTO-Americas
4xN MIMO vs. Sector Splitting – Throughput Comparison
Technical Sales Manager
Unlocking Capacity in Today’s 4G Networks (and Beyond) with High Definition Active Antenna Systems
CEO
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10:00 AM |
Networking Break |
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10:40 AM |
System and Technology Vendors (continued) |
Highly Integrated Silicon ASICs: An Enabling Technology for 5G AESAs
Chief Systems Architect
Realizing Active Antenna Form Factor Through Radio Integration and System Partition
CTO Infrastructure
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12:00 Noon |
Networking Lunch |
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1:00 PM |
System and Technology Vendors (continued)
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Real-world experience with 60 GHz phased array antenna systems in outdoor wireless applications
Senior Manager, 60 GHZ Backhaul & Wireless Infrastructure
RF Front End of Active Phased Array Antenna for High SHF Wideband Massive MIMO in 5G
Head Researcher
Implementation of Integrated Antenna Systems
Site Solutions Product Line Manager
CEO
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3:00 PM |
Networking Break |
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3:30 PM |
Test and Measurement
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Active Antenna System Design Using Engineering Simulation
Application Engineer
Presentation title to be confirmed
Director, R&D
Practical Testing of Fiber-fed Radios
RF Applications Engineer
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5:00 PM |
Closing Panel |
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6:00 PM |
Adjourn |
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7:00 PM |
Dutch Dinner |
FAQs
- What is the deadline for presentation/handout materials?
- What can I do to prepare for speaking at an IWPC workshop?
- Who are the attendees?
- What are the costs/registrations fees?
- Hotel information?
- What are the travel options from the airport to the hotel?
- Are there any audiovisual requirements?
- Will business cards be collected?
- What is the dress code?
- How will handout materials be provided?
- What is the deadline for
presentation/handout materials?
Deadline for electronic version of presentation/handout materials: Friday, May 6th.
- What can I do to prepare for speaking an at IWPC workshop?
Click on the link below for a short video guide regarding preparing for and improving your IWPC presentation:
- Who are the attendees?
- We do not permit the Press.
- We do not permit Analysts.
- We do not permit Consultants.
- We do not permit 3rd party sales reps.
- We only permit "first hand knowledge experts" in business and technology issues, prepared to contribute to the discussion.
- What are the costs/registrations fees?
ALL Hosts, Speakers, Panel Members and Attendees will be asked to cover out-of-pocket workshop costs such as conference room costs, food (Social Reception plus First Day breakfast/lunch/dinner plus Second Day breakfast/lunch plus Breaks), audio/visual costs, etc.
These costs will be $897 (USD) per person. (For IWPC Members only.)
ALL Hosts, Speakers, Panel Members and Attendees will be asked to pay this fee in advance with either Visa, MasterCard, American Express, cash, personal check or business check. Make checks payable to IWPC.
- Hotel information?
Embassy Suites
3225 - 158th Avenue SE
Bellevue, WA 98008
Phone: 425-644-2500
The IWPC room block rate is $170.The cut-off date for reservations is Monday, April 25th. After that date, rooms cannot be guaranteed at the IWPC rate. Please reserve your room with the hotel directly by phone at 425-644-2500 and mention IWPC or code TO8. You can also make your room reservations on-line at: International Wireless Industry Consortium IWPC
- What are the travel options from the airport to the hotel?
The hotel can provide an in house shuttle that works on the half hour basis to the local area only and the guests can schedule it with the front desk. Taxis or town cars generally take about 30-45 minutes to/from the airport depending on the traffic.
- Are there any audiovisual requirements?
A Computer Projector will be available for the speakers.
In addition, we audiotape all presentations and the interactive discussions. Post workshop, presentations are made available to IWPC Members on the IWPC WEB site, along with “recordings” of all presentations and panel sessions.
- Will business cards be collected?
Business cards will be collected at the door from all attendees. We will make copies of these cards, which will be available to all who provided a business card.
- What is the dress code?
Business casual suggested. No ties, please!
- How will handout materials be provided?
For ALL IWPC members:
All IWPC members are invited to submit materials to be included in the online workshop folder in the IWPC Research Library. This should NOT BE SALES MATERIALS. Rather, we suggest it contain technical information about your technology as it relates to the workshop topics.
For all companies who will be making a presentation at the Workshop:
You are invited to submit an advance copy of your presentation, complete with graphics and illustrations.
These materials will be included on the IWPC website Research Library.
Please submit these materials either by email, as a Word for Windows file, Power Point files or PDF files.
SUBMISSION OF PRESENTATION:
- Go to www.iwpc.org
- Click on IWPC Activities Tab
- Under Workshops: Radio Access Networks Active Antenna Evolution
- Click on Submit Presentation Proposal. Complete the form and attach your presentation.
- Once we receive your presentation we will send an email confirmation.
AS BACKUP, PLEASE BRING AN ELECTRONIC COPY USB STICK WITH YOU!