Radisys, Octasic and Quortus partner to launch multi-radio network-in-a-box

Radisys Corporation has partnered with Octasic and Quortus to launch a complete 4G/3G/2G networks targeted for the military and public safety organisations.

The multi-radio network-in-a-box is expected to enable rapid deployment of an LTE network anywhere, whether in a UAV, a vehicle or a backpack.

The solution integrates Radisys’ CellEngine TOTALeNode LTE small cell software and Femtotality 3G small cell software with Octasic’s OCTBTS platforms and Quortus’ ECX tactical virtualised evolved packet core (EPC) solution.

The solution supports communications in remote regions while permitting the use of any standard handset. Additionally, the network has the capacity to support up to 32 active users by using LTE technology.

Radisys Cell Engine and Trillium Software general manager Tom McQuade said: "We’re excited about this new Multi-Radio Network-in-a-Box that encompasses Octasic’s value proposition to deliver base stations that meet the military’s strict size, weight and power requirements and adds Quortus’ virtualised core for a complete end-to-end LTE network solution."

The solution is expected to facilitate a secure and reliable mobile communications network to support response efforts in battlefield or such emergency situations.

Octasic executive chairman Michel Laurence said: "This integrated multi-standard base station, available for all OCTASIC’s BTS platforms, provides unique efficiency and portability, meeting our customers’ demands for flexible, lightweight complete cellular solutions.

"Radisys’ award-winning small cell software combined with Quortus’ best-of-breed core network technology and Octasic’s miniaturised SDR base stations provide our customers with access to turnkey small cell solutions enabling coverage, worldwide flexibility and capacity that meet their needs."