5G OpenSource Testbeds
At Airendil, we are committed to the belief that open source is a catalyst for innovation and research advancement. We provide comprehensive 5G solutions along with expert training tailored for academia and research institutions. Seeking to advance your research and training in 5G? We’re here to ensure your 5G projects launch seamlessly and with confidence. Our 5G open source testbeds offer a reliable foundation for accelerating your work.
A prebuilt, fully tested, and shipped 5G kit to jump‑start your projects. Each kit arrives ready to deploy with open‑source 5G software preinstalled and validated end‑to‑end with commercial smartphones. Designed for researchers, academics, and rapid prototyping teams, our kits remove integration overhead so you can focus on experiments, algorithms, and use‑case development.
What’s included
Complete hardware stack assembled and configured (radio, baseband compute, antennas, power).
Open‑source 5G core and RAN software preinstalled and tuned for the supplied hardware.
Validation with commercial phones and example user equipment profiles.
Essential cables, mounts, and a compact transport case for safe shipping.
Basic test scripts and sample applications to reproduce validation results.
Key benefits
Time savings: no assembly or low‑level integration required — deploy in hours instead of weeks.
Research readiness: software and hardware validated with commercial handsets so experiments reflect real‑world behavior.
Extensible: open‑source stack and documented interfaces let you modify protocol layers, add edge compute, or integrate sensors and drones.
Reproducible results: preconfigured test suites and known good baselines speed troubleshooting and publication.
Portable and compliant: shipped with regulatory and safety notes to assist in field and lab use.
Services we provide (optional)
Custom hardware selection and procurement for specialized frequencies or form factors.
Onsite or remote installation, configuration, and acceptance testing.
Documentation and hands‑on training tailored to your research team.
Ongoing support, maintenance, and software updates to keep your platform current.
Ideal for
Academic labs building 5G experiments or curriculum.
Research teams prototyping low‑latency, edge, or UAV use cases.
Startups and innovators needing a reliable 5G testbed without the integration overhead.
Get going faster with a validated, research‑ready 5G kit that lets you spend less time on setup and more time on discovery.
Streamline Your 5G Integration with Expert Open Source Solutions
Integrating 5G technology is often complex and time-intensive. At Airendil Networks, leveraging more than ten years of open-source expertise, we provide comprehensive end-to-end solutions—from SDR platforms to drone connectivity—empowering researchers and academics to fast-track their projects without facing integration challenges. Our end-to-end solution testbed is fully customizable and can be owned outright, allowing you to immediately commence your own research.
Whether you require portable devices, high-performance platforms, new hardware, or system upgrades, Airendil Networks provides adaptable integration solutions. Whether you need computing power for large-scale machine learning models or a more portable setup for classroom use, we assist in selecting the ideal hardware tailored to your requirements. We customize your configuration to enhance your existing equipment, ensuring your envisioned network is fully implemented. Our expertise supports the deployment of comprehensive 5G systems designed specifically to meet your research and academic objectives.
Our training extends beyond providing a solution—it equips you with the expertise to troubleshoot effectively, optimize system performance, and adapt the setup confidently as your research requirements evolve. This approach guarantees that the system delivered serves as a resilient foundation built for scalability and future innovation. Leveraging open source solutions enables continuous customization of configurations, allowing you to modify and improve your files as needed. Open source also facilitates timely updates, ensuring that the testbed you use today remains at the forefront as new enhancements are released.
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Careful assembly of all hardware components, ensuring each part is correctly connected and secured for optimal performance.
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Installing software and setting it up to fit your needs by adjusting settings, connecting with other systems, and improving performance.
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Ensuring the entire system operates reliably and seamlessly from start to finish, providing consistent performance throughout all stages.
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Nothing is done in the dark at any stage of the process. We carefully guide you every step of the way to ensure that, afterward, you gain the knowledge and confidence to install and configure the system on your own without any difficulties.
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We offer comprehensive service contracts that cover ongoing software updates, timely bug fixes, troubleshooting support, and, when required, advanced customization to meet your specific needs.
Your own 5G Testbed
Let us know exactly what you are looking for, and we’ll handle sourcing every component and thoroughly testing it for you. From SDRs and smartphones to drones, we’ve successfully integrated almost every type of hardware. Already have your own equipment? No problem at all—we’ll begin with whatever you currently have and build from there.
Training and Education
We bring a comprehensive, complete end-to-end 5G system directly to your institution to enhance and elevate your wireless curriculum. Our offering includes an engaging and interactive course lasting over three hours, featuring live 5G demonstrations right in the classroom environment. The course thoroughly covers essential topics such as Link Adaptation, Protocol Analysis, Resource and Spectrum Allocation, and a range of additional critical 5G concepts to provide a well-rounded learning experience.
FAQs
Can I use my own hardware?
100%. Our team can help you leverage current servers and Radio hardware to get you going. We have experience integrating on all types, from low SWaP to heavy compute.
I’m interested in 5G AI, can you help me?
Data generation and collection is a big part of what we do. Our team has setup countless experiments and collected various logs to generate the data that you need. We also have experience in parsing large datasets for easy integration into training models.
I’m interested in O-RAN and setting up a semi-permanent gNB, what rules and regulations do I need to be aware of?
Commercial off the shelf O-RAN radios today are deployed in the CBRS (Citizens Broadband Radio Service). Our team can help you with the appropriate FCC regulations to ensure regulatory compliance, and get you up a running quickly.
Contact us.
eric@airendil.com
Based in the Philadelphia Region