Category : Wireless R&D
RIS-Assisted Communication System Lab
Enhancing Wireless Networks through Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS)
The RIS-Assisted Communication System Lab is a state-of-the-art setup designed for academic institutions and R&D organizations to explore, test, and innovate in Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface (RIS)-based wireless communication. It enables researchers to control the radio environment dynamically—...
RIS-Assisted Communication System Lab Technical Specification
| RIS Board | 16×16 (256-element) Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface |
| RIS Controller | Microcontroller-based design with USB/Serial/Bluetooth interface and OTA firmware update support |
| Horn Antennas | Dual-polarized with narrow beamwidth, high gain (>15 dBi), frequency range 2.8 GHz – 4.0 GHz |
| Anechoic Chamber / Open-Space Setup | Frequency range 500 MHz – 40 GHz with 20–50 dB RF absorption |
| Point-to-Point Communication Link | SDR-based over-the-air transmission setup with high-speed data link and protocol stack |
| Software Stack | Custom RIS communication control software with beamforming, channel estimation, feedback control, and GUI monitoring |
| Supported Algorithms | Adaptive phase control, channel estimation, beam alignment |
| Training & Support | One-day onsite installation and training with detailed Lab Manuals for experiments |
| Included Accessories | SDR hardware boards (2 Units), PCs (2 Units), cables, connectors, tripods |
Applications
- • Research in RIS-based 6G wireless communication
- • Development of beamforming and channel estimation algorithms
- • Propagation and reflection control studies in wireless systems
- • Academic and industrial R&D on reconfigurable surfaces
- • Educational labs for advanced wireless communication training
Overview
The RIS-Assisted Communication Lab offers a complete testbed for studying and experimenting with Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) — one of the key enabling technologies for 6G networks. The lab setup includes a 16×16 RIS array, controller hardware, horn antennas, and software-defined radios (SDRs) to form a fully functional communication environment where users can visualize and control how signals interact with programmable surfaces.
The RIS control software stack allows users to implement beamforming, channel estimation, and closed-loop feedback control, providing hands-on learning and real-time testing of RIS performance. It supports adaptive phase manipulation, enabling researchers to optimize reflection, minimize path loss, and analyze signal quality improvements under different environmental conditions.
A comprehensive Lab Manual with guided experiments supports users in learning, testing, and developing custom RIS algorithms. The setup also includes a one-day training and installation session by experts to ensure seamless deployment.
This lab provides an ideal environment for academic institutions, universities, and R&D centers to lead innovations in next-generation wireless communication and intelligent propagation environments.