STAGE 6 mois - : Waveform Design and Resource Allocation in ISAC systems F/H

Job description

about the role

#Research #mobile innovation #european collaborative projet #signal processing

 

The mission of the intern is to conduct a research work on the « Waveform Design and Resource Allocation in ISAC systems » 

Global context
Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) has emerged as a transformative concept in the evolution of next-generation wireless networks, particularly with the advent of 6G. By merging communication and sensing functionalities into a unified system, ISAC enables efficient use of wireless resources while enhancing both data transmission and environmental awareness. This dual functionality is poised to play a critical role in various applications, such as autonomous driving, smart cities, and environmental monitoring.

In ISAC systems, one of the key challenges lies in the inherent tradeoffs between communication and sensing performance. For example, improving communication capacity might reduce the accuracy and resolution of sensing, and vice versa. Addressing these tradeoffs is essential for optimizing system performance, especially when it comes to metrics such as communication capacity versus sensing accuracy. Consequently, two major challenges have been identified in ISAC: waveform design and resource allocation. Both are critical to ensuring that ISAC systems can meet the demands of future networks.

Scientific objectives
The objective of this internship is to investigate two fundamental problems in ISAC systems: waveform design and resource allocation. The intern will focus on exploring the potential of 5G New Radio (NR) reference signals for sensing, given their promising characteristics for sensing activities.

The first task will involve a detailed study of the various types of 5G NR reference signals and the existing state-of-the-art solutions in this domain. Based on these findings, the intern will propose novel waveform designs that balance the tradeoffs between communication and sensing performance.

The second task will be to investigate resource allocation strategies that optimize system performance in ISAC environments. This will include a detailed analysis of how resources such as power and spectrum can be distributed between communication and sensing tasks to maximize efficiency.

The validation of the proposed solutions will be carried out through simulations (e.g., MATLAB). The results will contribute to ongoing research in ISAC and may be highlighted in scientific publications and/or patents.

about you

You are currently enrolled in a research-oriented master's program (Bac+5) with a focus on wireless communications and are seeking a final-year internship.

The internship duration is between 4 to 6 months, with a flexible start date between January and April, depending on your program's requirements.

You possess a strong foundation in wireless communication, with knowledge of 5G New Radio (NR) being a plus.

Familiarity with radar and sensing systems is also an advantage.

You have solid development skills, particularly in MATLAB, Python, and C/C++.

Prior experience demonstrating proficiency in these tools is highly desirable.

You have good command of the English language, and any previous contributions to research publications are considered a plus.

In addition to technical skills, you exhibit key personal qualities such as motivation, curiosity, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

additional information

You will be involved in the main research projects in Orange Innovation, in an international context, with strong strategic challenges.

You will be fully integrated in our research teams and will benefit from a very favorable environment for the development of new concepts.

Your work will be highlighted by scientific publications and integrated into our research programs.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to participate in the 6GDISAC European project and attend its meetings, providing valuable experience in international collaboration.

 

department

Orange Innovation brings together the research and innovation activities and expertise of the Group's entities and countries. We work every day to ensure that Orange is recognized as an innovative operator by its customers and we create value for the Group and the Brand in each of our projects. With 720 researchers, thousands of marketers, developers, designers and data analysts, it is the expertise of our 6,000 employees that fuels this ambition every day.

Orange Innovation anticipates technological breakthroughs and supports the Group's countries and entities in making the best technological choices to meet the needs of our consumer and business customers.

Within Orange Innovation, you will contribute to advancing research in the Integration of Sensing And Communication (ISAC) technologies, focusing on next-generation wireless systems. You will join a cutting-edge research team that addresses key challenges particularly in the context of 5G and beyond. Your work will support the development of innovative solutions that enhance network efficiency, improve spectral coexistence, and enable new use cases, all while aligning with the Group's commitment to technological advancement and sustainability.

contract

Internship

Start date : 10 Feb 2025

Level : Master 2

Paid internship

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