Overview of F1 and E1 in OAI and F1 Handover

OAI Webinar Series Chapter 12

Abstract: The F1 and E1 splits are components of the O-RAN RAN architecture, empowering a single CU-CP to manage multiple DUs and CU-UPs efficiently. Join us for an exclusive webinar where we’ll unveil the latest advancements in implementing these interfaces within OAI. Gain valuable technical insights and practical know-how as we showcase two exciting live demos: multi-DU/CU-UP handling and a seamless F1 handover. You will also discover how to replicate these results in your testbeds.

Agenda:

1) Overview of the F1 and E1 interfaces
2) Implementation in OAI
3) Demonstration

This webinar was presented by:

Robert Schmidt

Before joining the team, Robert obtained a Ph.D. in communications from Sorbonne University, France. Then, he worked at the Communication Systems Department of Eurecom (France) on the topic of Software-Defined Radio Access Networks and RAN Slicing. During this time, he was involved in collaborative research projects and an active contributor to the OpenAirInterface and Mosaic5G projects.

Robert now works for the OpenAirInterface Software Alliance, where he focuses on the development and testing of the 5G RAN stack.