WiLAN - R&D

WiLAN was founded in 1992 as a pioneer in the design, development and delivery of broadband wireless technologies. Innovations developed and patented by WiLAN’s founding team and engineers led to the commercialization of advanced broadband wireless equipment more than a decade ago. WiLAN’s patented V-Chip technology was also developed and commercialized over a decade ago.

WiLAN is engaged in ongoing R&D with a focus on commercializing inventions in next-generation wireless communication systems. A specific interest of our team is the development of enabling technologies for Whitespace networking.

Whitespace networking

Whitespace networks, which will be deployed in wireless frequencies that are vacated as TV broadcast goes digital, promise to deliver valuable new applications and services. One such application is wireless delivery of video inside and outside the home.

A key focus of our research is developing technologies that ensure Whitespace networking equipment will co-exist with other wireless applications in the VHF/UHF frequencies including emergency service radios and wireless microphones. WiLAN has developed a number of basic inventions that could yield hundreds of patents.