The Transformational Networks and Services Group at NIST focuses on developing measurement science, testing techniques, and best practices to enable next-generation network technologies. Their work covers a wide range of areas, including:
1. High-performance networking: Developing standards and practices for advanced networking technologies that can support high-speed data transfer and low-latency communication.
2. 5G/6G core networks: Researching and establishing standards for the next generation of cellular networks, focusing on improved performance, reliability, and scalability.
3. Optical and quantum networking: Exploring the development of optical and quantum communication technologies to enable secure, high-speed data transmission.
4. Cloud computing: Establishing best practices and standards for cloud computing infrastructure and services to ensure reliability, security, and efficiency.
5. Information-centric networks: Developing network architectures that prioritize the delivery of information based on content rather than location, enabling more efficient and scalable data distribution.
6. Edge intelligence: Researching the integration of intelligent computing capabilities at the network edge to enable faster decision-making and improved performance in distributed systems.
7. Smart industrial transformations: Supporting the development of smart industrial networks and applications critical to national priorities such as industrial automation, smart grids, and smart transportation.
The group’s research efforts aim to establish a strong foundation for the development and deployment of next-generation network technologies, enabling the realization of smart industrial transformations and supporting national priorities in various sectors.
Keywords: Quantum Networking, Optical Networking, Edge Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Teleoperation
