Microamp 5G mmWave wireless tactical bubbles are being field tested and refined at the NATO DIANA 6G Test Centre (6GTC) in Oulu to validate the mission readiness of our 5G mmWave system for real-world scenarios.
Microamp provides 5G mmWave tactical bubbles designed for rapid deployment in dynamic and mission-critical environments. The demand for this specific use case has been validated by NATO’s Communications and Information Agency (NCIA). As a member of the NATO DIANA programme, Microamp is currently testing and refining this system at the 6G Test Centre (6GTC) in Oulu. The aim is to adapt Microamp technology to meet the operational needs of NATO Allies and ensure readiness for deployment in tactical and contested environments.
Microamp 5G mmWave system is built for uplink-centric communication, making it suitable for real-time streaming of high-resolution sensor and video data from the field, a critical requirement for AI-driven analytics, autonomous platforms and dynamic command-and-control.
The current phase of work involves functional validation and environmental adaptation, including integration with NATO-compatible infrastructure, high-load stress testing and preparation for use in real-world operational deployments where resilience to jamming and interception is essential.
Microamp is a leading tech innovator designing and delivering multi-gigabit and ultra-low latency 5G mmWave wireless networks based on purpose-built radios. The company merges deep tech know-how and a broad portfolio of technology partners, empowering industries, system integrators, MNOs, DSPs, governments, and research institutions with new dimensions of wireless connectivity.
Microamp's cutting-edge networks enable the implementation of the most bandwidth-hungry and technologically advanced use cases across verticals such as energy, mining, logistics, production, entertainment, public service and defence.
The 6G Test Centre (6GTC), hosted by the University of Oulu in partnership with VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, advances 5G and 6G research for both civilian and defence applications. Equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure and unique capabilities for field testing in extreme environments, the centre facilitates the testing, evaluation, and validation processes for pioneering innovations of the future.
The Centre's participation in the NATO DIANA network strengthens dual-use technology innovation. To maintain its leadership in 6G advancement, the Centre aims to introduce innovative hybrid network solutions, accelerating in AI-based network optimization, and enhance testing capabilities to encompass sub-THz technologies, leveraging its NATO DIANA role and industry collaborations.
The Centre’s NATO DIANA activities are led by Hannu Nikurautio, Director at 6G Test Centre.