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ML-driven adaptive signal processor for RF receivers

Communications & RFComputing, Software & AIDefense & Aerospace ApplicationsLab validated

This technology uses machine learning to continuously tune how a radio device processes incoming signals. A radio receiver captures a signal, runs it through processing stages, and then measures how well those stages performed. Those measurements—along with historical performance data—feed into a machine learning model that adjusts the radio's internal settings to improve future signal handling. The system learns over time, so the radio gets better at dealing with interference, weak signals, or changing conditions without human intervention.

What you could build

An adaptive RF receiver chip or firmware module for wireless infrastructure (base stations, software-defined radios) that self-optimizes signal processing in real time. Telecom equipment manufacturers, defense electronics integrators, and satellite communications vendors would be the primary buyers.

Who in Virginia should care

Northern Virginia and the Hampton Roads corridor host major defense electronics primes, DoD communications programs, and satellite operators who routinely license adaptive RF signal processing technologies.

Readiness: Lab validated

Concept — described but not yet demonstrated. Lab validated — supported by experimental results in the patent. Prototype likely — the text describes a built, working embodiment.

Readiness is inferred from the patent text, not from a lab visit.

The record

Inventors
Granted
January 21, 2020
Status
Granted patent
Patent number
102807

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Prosim summaries are generated from public patent text and are not legal advice.