Berlin 6G Conference: BI shows latest Research Highlights on Security and Trustworthiness
At the 6G Conference in Berlin (July 1–3, 2025), researchers from the Barkhausen Institut will present a wide range of demonstrators, talks, and workshops.
Together with our Connected Robotics Lab, the research groups RF Design Enablement and Wireless Connectivity will showcase a demonstrator on the topic of “joint communication and sensing”. It was developed using BI’s expertise in chip design, PCB packaging, antenna technology, and baseband processing – supported by our open-source simulator HermesPy. The receiver hardware can be switched between radar and communication modes. The setup uses a standard transmitter and two BI-designed receivers.
Dr.-Ing. Stefan Köpsell, head of the Trustworthy Data Processing group, will lead two workshops: “Trustworthiness of and by AI/ML for 6G” and “Trustworthiness of Joint Communication & Sensing (JCAS)”. He will also join the panel “From Research to Reality: Implementing Trustworthiness in 6G Networks”, which focuses on embedding trust into future 6G systems by connecting technical solutions with user needs. Attendees will gain insights and strategies for real-world 6G implementation.
Furthermore, the Trustworthy Data Processing group will present three demonstrators:
- “CampuSens AGV Rollercoaster” uses Lego® roller coasters to simulate Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs). It demonstrates post-quantum secure digital twins and asset shells.
- “Post-Quantum Secure Communication for Cooperative Radars” is a joint project with NXP. It protects radar data privacy while maintaining safety features like geofencing.
- “Ready for Critical Use?!” from the 6G-ReS project shows how 5G/6G systems can remain reliable in crises - even if components from untrusted manufacturers were used.
As co-lead of the 6G platform’s Science Communication working group, Carolin Fischer is organizing both a session and a booth. The session “Let’s Talk 6G: Trust, Transparency, and Science Communication” features Mr. Raupach from the Federal Office for Radiation Protection and Flavia Maragno from the 6G4Society project. 6G raises key societal questions. Science communication is vital to build trust and engage the public. This session explores what “good” science communication means for complex topics like mobile communication. The booth offers the science community inspiration and resources to develop and implement their own science communication projects.
Prof. Gerhard Fettweis, Scientific Director and CEO of the BI, will speak on “6G Technologies in the Context of Healthcare”. He will also moderate the two sessions “Extreme MIMO in 6G – Challenges and Opportunities” and the “Plenary Keynote Session”.
You can find the program here: www.6g-plattform.de/6g-berlin-conference-full-program/