Antenna innovations driving network evolution

Maximizing the network impact with trio net design

Gateway to high-performing programmable 5G networks

As network requirements are evolving with the emergence of programmability, antennas are critical in helping CSPs realize the full potential of their network, ensuring high-performance, energy efficiency and the best TCO.

Ericsson Antenna System help CSPs enhance signal quality, improve spectrum utilization and get the most out of software feature investments, resulting in tangible network impact. Recent benchmark studies Antenna benchmark report 2024 and Live antenna network benchmark with North European operator show that when comparing with competitor antennas with similar parameters, Ericsson Antenna System is capable of delivering higher throughput, twice better coverage, 29% radio power reduction and 35% battery savings for devices.

During development, a digital twin is created for each antenna, providing an exact one-to-one representation of all its parameters. This accelerates innovation and precise engineering, allowing parameters to be easily adjusted within the digital twin to assess their impact using our advanced network simulator. The simulator integrates both simulated and real-world full-sphere 3D antenna patterns to evaluate performance across diverse deployment scenarios, drawing on Ericsson’s extensive global network expertise. This continuous feedback loop between the digital twin and the simulator enables Ericsson Antenna System antennas to optimize network KPIs to their fullest potential.

Ericsson Antenna System develops antennas that are the gateway to high performing, energy efficient networks. This foundational principle drives all design decisions and guides the effort to maximize the network impact such as performance, TCO and sustainability.

The trio net design delivers three-dimensional network impact through three interconnected dimensions: antenna design, pattern and system, where a change in one dimension will inherently influence the others (e.g. changes in signal distribution and dipole positioning drastically impact antenna and beam efficiency, improving performance and reducing TCO). Each design choice made is carefully evaluated to balance these trade-offs and to maximize the overall network impact.

Performance focus

Elevated performance, across network KPIs

Delivering up to:

2x the coverage
110% better uplink throughput
60% increased uplink data volume.

Efficiency focus

End-to-end efficiency

Offering the best TCO and sustainability with:

85% antenna and beam efficiency
20% improved wind load
42% reduced embodied CO2
100% recyclable radome
37% reduced weight

Security focus

Trusted hardware for secure programmability

Digitally safeguarded Remote Electrical Tilt (RET) capable of 10 000 cycles and accurate real-time data through the Antenna Monitoring Unit (AMU) allows programmable networks to securely adjust autonomously.

PIM exceeding industry standards

New building practices, and new materials stabilize PIM, enabling superior uplink performance.

Efficient feeding system

Our most advanced feeding system to date, with powerful chamber feeding technology, cutting signal loss, boosting coverage.

Transparent metal radiators

Enhancing beam efficiency and ensuring precise coverage, improving throughput.

Honeycomb structure

Honeycomb structure with vortex generators, reducing wind load and weight, while ensuring reliable performance, anywhere.

The first antenna to leverage the trio net design is Antenna 4818 2L 4M 2.1m. A 12 port antenna with 2 low-band arrays covering the 698 – 960 MHz spectrum, 4 mid-band arrays supporting 1427-2690 MHz and 1695 – 2690 MHz. With better FDD mid-band utilization, improved carrier aggregation and higher modulation and MIMO scheme, it is capable of delivering outstanding network performance paired with the best TCO.

Key benefits:

Up to 85% antenna efficiency and beam efficiency, enhancing coverage and throughput
Enabling -156dBc PIM, improving network performance
42% reduced embodied CO2 and 37% reduced weight
Industry leading wind load
Support 4T4R on low-bands and 4T8R on mid-bands

Future antenna site with high performing coverage

Unlock unmatched network performance with our latest antenna benchmark report

Discover how Ericsson antennas delivered 4x better coverage and doubled peak data rates in a real-world field trial. Download the exclusive benchmark report now to learn how your network can benefit from this cutting-edge technology and stay ahead in the 5G race!

High network performant antenna site on Korean sub-urban environment

Explore a novel method for boosting network performance

Discover how antenna performance metrics and 3D far-field radiation patterns can revolutionize network efficiency and user experience. Our groundbreaking evaluation method highlights the critical impact of beam efficiency on overall system performance. Download the paper now to learn more and take your network to the next level.

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"The Future of Programmable Networks: Highlighting the Latest RAN Product Innovations"

Date: February 19, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM ET

"How Antennas Drive Higher Throughput and Energy Efficiency in 5G Networks"

Date: February 25, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM GMT / 10:00 AM CET