RIC and xApp development: the 6G-LEADER vision

Join us for an insightful webinar on the future of Open RAN. This session will provide a deep dive into the 6G-LEADER O-RAN-based architecture and its extensions, focusing on the development of intelligent applications crucial for next-generation networks. We’ll explore Accelleran’s RIC solution, dRAX, and demonstrate live x/rApp development.

Agenda

  • Introduction to 6G-LEADER O-RAN-based Architecture and extension
  • dRAX as a RIC & SMO solution
    • Introduction
    • dRAX Architecture & Features
    • x/rApp Development Framework
    • KPMs and RAN Control
    • x/rApp Development Environment
  • x/rApp Live Development
    • KPM/PM Monitoring
    • Data Enrichment & Inter-x/rApp Communication
    • dRAX Accelleran RAN Events Monitoring
    • RAN Discovery and configuration
    • x/rApp Discovery and configuration
    • x/rApp API
    • dRAX Notifications & Alarms
  • Conclusions and Q&A

Speakers

Dr. Ensar Zeljkovic
Product Owner, Accelleran

Dr. Ensar Zeljkovic is a Product Owner at Accelleran, where he leads the product roadmap for the company’s OpenRAN-inspired Radio Intelligent Controller (RIC) for private 5G networks. Combining strong technical expertise with strategic vision, he drives innovation by shaping a scalable roadmap, simplifying x/rApp development through a low-code SDK framework, and strengthening customer adoption with impactful presentations and documentation. With a background in software engineering and a PhD in Computer Science focused on proactive mobility management, Ensar bridges the gap between deep technical development and business strategy, enabling accelerated product growth, customer engagement, and industry recognition.

Dr. German Castellanos
RAN System Architect, Accelleran

Dr. German Castellanos is a RAN System Architect at Accelleran, where he leads the design of O-RAN-based solutions for private and open 5G networks. As a technical project lead in several European R&D initiatives, he contributes to the development of energy-saving mechanisms for intelligent RAN orchestration, including xApps for traffic steering and power optimization. He also co-develops conflict management frameworks to enable safe, policy-driven coordination across distributed RIC applications. His work focuses on scalable, AI-native architectures that support the evolution towards 6G.

The 6G-LEADER project is a Horizon Europe SNS JU-funded initiative aimed at developing AI-driven, sustainable, and energy-efficient 6G networks. With a consortium of 18 leading academic, research, and industry partners, the project seeks to revolutionize wireless communication, ensuring Europe’s leadership in 6G technology. Follow the journey on LinkedIn or send us an email at info@6g-leader.eu For more information visit www.6g-leader.eu and stay updated!

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