If openwifi is one of your references, please cite the VTC2020 paper: [LaTex example](cite-openwifi-vtc-paper.md) You can also cite openwifi github code: [LaTex example](cite-openwifi-github-code.md). Publications in category: - [Feature Functionality and System](#Feature-Functionality-and-System) - [TSN Time Sensitive Network and RT Real Time](#TSN-Time-Sensitive-Network-and-RT-Real-Time) - [CSI Sensing and Security](#CSI-Sensing-and-Security) - [WiFi and Cellular 5G 6G](#WiFi-and-Cellular-5G-6G) ## Feature Functionality and System - [Xianjun Jiao, et al. openwifi: a free and open-source IEEE802.11 SDR implementation on SoC. VTC2020 spring Antwerp](https://www.orca-project.eu/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/03/openwifi-vtc-antwerp-PID1249076.pdf) - [Cedric Den Haese, The initial 802.11n 2*2 MIMO and diversity (CSD/Combining) work. UGent master thesis 2021](https://github.com/open-sdr/openwifi-hw-img/raw/master/doc_repo/Cedric_Den_Haese_masterproef.pdf) - [Paul Zanna, et al. A novel method for utilizing RF information from IEEE 802.11 frames in Software Defined Networks. MethodsX 2021](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2215016121003368) - [Thijs Havinga, et al. WIP: Achieving Self-Interference-Free Operation on SDR Platform with Critical TDD Turnaround Time. WoWMoM 2022](http://hdl.handle.net/1854/LU-8765231) - [Yingshuo Xi, Baiming Zhang. High-Throughput Open Source Viterbi Decoder for OpenWiFi. 2022 KU Leuven master thesis](https://github.com/BaimingZhang26213/viterbi_decoder) - [Merkebu Girmay, et al. Technology recognition and traffic characterization for wireless technologies in ITS band. Vehicular Communications Volume 39, February 2023, 100563](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vehcom.2022.100563) - [Thijs Havinga, et al. Accelerating FPGA-Based Wi-Fi Transceiver Design and Prototyping by High-Level Synthesis. FCCM 2023](http://hdl.handle.net/1854/LU-01H54J3830HK78ZDAH29ZEDJHY), [[Longer/detailed info about the poster](https://arxiv.org/abs/2305.13351)] - [Merkebu Girmay, et al. Intelligent Spectrum Sharing Between LTE and Wi-Fi Networks using Muted MBSFN Subframes. WAMICON 2023](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/10124903) - [Thijs Havinga, et al. Improved TDD operation on Software-Defined Radio platforms towards future wireless standards. Computer Communications, Volume 209, 1 September 2023, Pages 178-187](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.comcom.2023.06.026) - [Yuyang Du, et al. The Power of Large Language Models for Wireless Communication System Development: A Case Study on FPGA Platforms. arxiv, Submitted on 14 Jul 2023 (v1), last revised 5 Sep 2023 (this version, v2)](https://arxiv.org/abs/2307.07319) - [Muhammad Aslam, et al. A novel hardware efficient design for IEEE 802.11ax compliant OFDMA transceiver](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0140366424000926?dgcid=coauthor) - [Trio Adiono, et al. FPGA Implementation of SFO for OFDM-based Network Enabled Li-Fi System. IEEE ISCAS 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/10557957) - [Trio Adiono, et al. A Scalable Design of A Full-Stack Real-Time OFDM Baseband Processor for Network-Enabled VLC Systems. IEEE Access 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10589620) - [Roni Fagerholm, FPGA-based DECT-2020 New Radio Packet Detection. Master thesis, Aalto University, 30 September 2024](https://aaltodoc.aalto.fi/server/api/core/bitstreams/a5105c46-f4c6-4034-8024-96ed9e440feb/content) - [Hao Zhou, et al. Large Language Model (LLM) for Telecommunications: A Comprehensive Survey on Principles, Key Techniques, and Opportunities. IEEE Communications Surveys & Tutorials 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10685369) - [Thijs Havinga, et al. Experimental Study Towards Efficient Interference Avoidance Using Wi-Fi 6 OFDMA on SDR, IEEE INFOCOM 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10620761) - [Thijs Havinga, et al. Wi-Fi 6 Cross-Technology Interference Detection and Mitigation by OFDMA: an Experimental Study. EuCNC & 6G Summit 2025](http://hdl.handle.net/1854/LU-01JZ0477NE4D3DQV6R8JCCBFJB) - [Shyam Krishnan Venkateswaran, et al. Target wake time in IEEE 802.11 WLANs: Survey, challenges, and opportunities. Computer Communications, 2025](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0140366425000842) - [Baiheng Chen, et al. An Experimental Study of Wi-Fi Joint Transmission With Multiple Openwifi Access Points, IEEE WCNC, 2025](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10978612) - [Maksymilian, et al. Coordinated Spatial Reuse Scheduling With Machine Learning in IEEE 802.11 MAPC Networks. arXiv 2025](https://arxiv.org/abs/2505.07278), [Slides on IEEE 802.11 standardization conf, Warsaw, 2025](https://mentor.ieee.org/802.11/dcn/25/11-25-0710-01-aiml-mapc-c-sr-scheduling-with-multi-armed-bandits-revisited.pptx) - [Yanzhuo Yu, et al. DOA System Based on an Eight-Channel Circular Array and Wi-Fi, Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Internet of Things, Communication and Intelligent Technology, 27 May 2025](https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-96-2767-7_37) - [Thijs, et al. Fine-Grained Coordinated OFDMA With Fiber Backhaul Enabled by openwifi and White Rabbit, Best paper award, ACM (mobicom) WiNTECH 2025.](https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.10210) - [Robbe Gaeremynck, et al.Openwifi and sub-20 MHz Co-OFDMA. WNG (Wireless Next Generation) SC, IEEE 802 Plenary session, Madrid, Spain, July 27 – August 1, 2025](https://mentor.ieee.org/802.11/dcn/25/11-25-1039-00-0wng-openwifi-and-sub-20-mhz-co-ofdma.pptx) - [Baiheng Chen, et al. Multi-AP Synthetic Channel Sounding for Next-Generation Distributed Beamforming in Wi-Fi, Sustainable Communications for Ubiquitous Intelligence, IEEE Global Communications Conference 8–12 December 2025](https://biblio.ugent.be/publication/01KK908XBABCNPR13PSCVJV7KK) - [Thijs, et al. Cross-Technology Interference awareness for multi-user OFDMA scheduling in IEEE 802.11ax, Ad Hoc Networks, Volume 181, 104057, 1 February 2026](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.adhoc.2025.104057) - [Yibin Shen, et al. Law: Towards Consistent Low Latency in 802.11 Home Networks, USENIX NSDI 2026](https://zilimeng.com/papers/law-nsdi26.pdf) - [Thijs, Flexible and Real-Time Interference Mitigation Techniques for Reliable Wireless Communication Using Software-Defined Radio, PhD dissertation, Gent University, 2025](http://hdl.handle.net/1854/LU-01KC11QRHFPRGD3WA9YQFSA7RZ) - [Holger Santillan-Carranza, et al. FPGA-Based Simulation of Open Wi-Fi Service Using the Analog Devices SDR Platform, INGENIO 9(1):26-33, January 2026](https://www.researchgate.net/publication/400217316_FPGA-Based_Simulation_of_Open_Wi-Fi_Service_Using_the_Analog_Devices_SDR_Platform) - [Yuhao Chen et al. WiLD: Learning-based Wireless Loss Diagnosis for Congestion Control with Ultra-low Kernel Overhead, IEEE Transactions on Network and Service Management, 13 February 2026](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/11396390) - [Yuchen Pan et al. Demo: Real-Time Cross-Layer Semantic Error Correction Using Language Models and Software-Defined Radio, submitted to MobiSys' 26, April 9 2026](https://arxiv.org/abs/2604.08419v1) ## TSN Time Sensitive Network and RT Real Time - [Jetmir Haxhibeqiri, et al. Enabling TSN over IEEE 802.11: Low-overhead Time Synchronization for Wi-Fi Clients. ICIT2021](https://biblio.ugent.be/publication/8700714/file/8700715.pdf) - [Ingrid Moerman, et al. Wireless Time-Sensitive Networks: When Every Microsecond Counts. Microwaves&RF, 2021](https://www.mwrf.com/technologies/systems/article/21164984/wireless-timesensitive-networks-when-every-microsecond-counts) - [Muhammad Aslam, et al. High precision time synchronization on Wi-Fi based multi-hop network. CNERT2021](https://biblio.ugent.be/publication/8709058/file/8709060.pdf) - [Ingrid Moerman, et al. Interoperable Time-Sensitive Networking Towards 6G (invited presentation)](https://biblio.ugent.be/publication/8719532/file/8719533.pdf) - [Lihao Zhang, et al. A Just-In-Time Networking Framework for Minimizing Request-Response Latency of Wireless Time-Sensitive Applications. IEEE Internet of Things Journal, Volume: 10, Issue: 8, 15 April 2023](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9984846) - [Jetmir Haxhibeqiri, et al. Enabling TSN over IEEE 802.11: Low-overhead Time Synchronization for Wi-Fi Clients. 22nd IEEE International Conference on Industrial Technology (ICIT) 2021](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9453686) - [Jetmir Haxhibeqiri, et al. Bringing Time-Sensitive Networking to Wireless Professional Private Networks. Wireless Personal Communications 2021](https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11277-021-09056-0) - [Muhammad Aslam, et al. Hardware Efficient Clock Synchronization across Wi-Fi and Ethernet Based Network Using PTP. IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics 2021](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9573364) - [Zelin Yun, et al. RT-WiFi on Software-Defined Radio: Design and Implementation. RTAS 2022 paper and demo](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9804669) - [Pablo Avila-Campos, et al. Beacon-Based Wireless TSN Association. 2022 IEEE INFOCOM](https://imec-publications.be/bitstream/handle/20.500.12860/40111/8126_acc.pdf?sequence=2) - [Pablo Avila-Campos, et al. Impactless Beacon-Based Wireless TSN Association Procedure. 2022 IEEE 18th International Conference on Factory Communication Systems (WFCS)](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/9779186) - [Jetmir Haxhibeqiri, et al. Safety-related Applications over Wireless Time-Sensitive Networks. IEEE ETFA 2022](https://biblio.ugent.be/publication/8770625/file/8770627.pdf) - [Pablo Avila-Campos, et al. Removing the Wires in Time-Sensitive Networks. 2022 61st FITCE International Congress Future Telecommunications: Infrastructure and Sustainability (FITCE)](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/9934268) - [Pablo Avila-Campos, et al. Periodic Control Traffic Support in a Wireless Time-Sensitive Network. 2022 13th International Conference on Network of the Future (NoF)](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9942586) - [Gilson Miranda, et al. The Quality-Aware and Vertical-Tailored Management of Wireless Time-Sensitive Networks. IEEE Internet of Things Magazine ( Volume: 5, Issue: 4, December 2022)](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/10012491) - [Gilson Miranda, et al. Enabling Time-Sensitive Network Management Over Multi-Domain Wired/Wi-Fi Networks. IEEE Transactions on Network and Service Management, 2023)](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10121738) - [Jetmir Haxhibeqiri, et al. To update or not: Dynamic traffic classification for high priority traffic in wireless TSN. IEEE WFCS2023](http://hdl.handle.net/1854/LU-01GZNGJFAJQRM3NX7FY5VRB4MR) - [Pablo Avila-Campos, et al. Residual Service Time Optimization for legacy Wireless-TSN end nodes. 2023 19th International Conference on Wireless and Mobile Computing, Networking and Communications (WiMob). p.466-471](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10187722) - [Dirk Dahlhaus, et al. Towards Functional Safety in Dynamic Distributed Systems. Journal of Mobile Multimedia, Vol. 20 1, 1–24.](https://biblio.ugent.be/publication/01HGD7JAZY0YAQ1T13HQV35JC0/file/01HGD7PD2WRP9QW7J1G964Z6Y7.pdf) - [Kouros Zanbour, et al. A Comprehensive Survey of Wireless Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN): Architecture, Technologies, Applications, and Open Issues. arXiv, 2 Dec 2023](https://arxiv.org/abs/2312.01204) - [Jetmir Haxhibeqiri, et al. Coordinated Spatial Reuse for WiFi Networks: A Centralized Approach. IEEE 20th International Conference on Factory Communication Systems (WFCS) 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10540785/) - [Jetmir Haxhibeqiri, et al. Coordinated SR and Restricted TWT for Time Sensitive Applications in WiFi 7 Networks. IEEE Communications Magazine 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10634074/) - [Ozgur Ozkaya, et al. Simulating and Validating openwifi W-TSN in ns-3, IEEE 20th International Conference on Factory Communication Systems (WFCS) 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10540899) - [Pablo Avila-Campos, et al. Impactless association methods for wi-fi based time-sensitive networks. Wireless Networks Journal, 2024](https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1007/s11276-024-03681-w) - [Pablo Avila-Campos, et al. Unlocking Mobility for Wi-Fi-based Wireless Time-Sensitive Networks. IEEE Access, 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10443947) - [Analog Devices, AN-2597: An OFDM-Based HDL Reference Modem Using the AD936x RF Transceivers. November, 2024](https://www.analog.com/en/resources/app-notes/an-2597.html) - [Tianyu Zhang, et al. A Survey on Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) Testbeds for Connectivity Research. arXiv 2024](https://arxiv.org/abs/2404.17485) - [Louis Adriaens, High-Precision Wireless Synchronization: When Wi-Fi meets UWB. IEEE/SICE International Symposium on System Integration (SII) 2025](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10870915) - [Yongchao Dang, Open Radio Intelligent Controller based Wireless Time Sensitive Networking for Industry 5.0. TechRxiv 2025](https://www.techrxiv.org/doi/full/10.36227/techrxiv.173750009.95972083) - [Pablo Avila-Campos, et al. Traffic Pattern-Based Scheduling for Wireless Non-TSN End Nodes. 2025 IEEE 21st International Conference on Factory Communication Systems (WFCS)](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/11077621) - [S. Xu and L. Zhang, et al. A Hybrid TDMA/CSMA Protocol for Time-Sensitive Traffic in Robot Applications. arXiv, Sep. 2025](https://arxiv.org/abs/2509.06119v1) - [Ingrid Moerman, et al. Deterministic communications - An end-to-end system point of view (invited presentation). Symposium on Future Network/6G challenges, Future Networks World Forum 2025](http://hdl.handle.net/1854/LU-01K9YE9V3NNKFTBDBW1D09EM6A) - [Ingrid Moerman, et al. The role of wireless in end-to-end Deterministic Connected Systems. Plenary talk at Workshop on Communication Networks and Power Systems, 28 Nov. 2025 (WCNPS’25)](http://hdl.handle.net/1854/LU-01KBCXDFS273CRGHB8TZTS8YB8) - [Jetmir Haxhibeqiri, et al. Distributed Multi-link Operation (MLO) for Frame Replication in Wireless Time-Sensitive Networking. The 8th International Conference on Advanced Communication Technologies and Networking (CommNet) 2025](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/11288880) ## CSI Sensing and Security - [Marco Cominelli, et al. CSI MURDER. ORCA project opencall 2019](https://ans.unibs.it/projects/csi-murder/) - [Marco Cominelli, et al. IEEE 802.11 CSI randomization to preserve location privacy: An empirical evaluation in different scenarios. ELSEVIER Computer Networks, 2021](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S138912862100102X) - [Xianjun Jiao, et al. Openwifi CSI fuzzer for authorized sensing and covert channels. ACM WiSec 2021](https://dl.acm.org/doi/pdf/10.1145/3448300.3468255) - [Hongjian Cao, et al. OWFuzz: WiFi Protocol Fuzzing Tool Based on OpenWiFi. Blackhat asia 2021](https://www.blackhat.com/asia-21/arsenal/schedule/#owfuzz-wifi-protocol-fuzzing-tool-based-on-openwifi-22569), [[**code**]](https://github.com/alipay/Owfuzz) - [Steven Heijse, IEEE 802.11 Physical Layer Fuzzing Using OpenWifi. UGent master thesis 2021](https://github.com/open-sdr/openwifi-hw-img/raw/master/doc_repo/Steven_Heijse_masterproef.pdf) - [Jasper Devreker, Developing IEEE 802.11 PHY fuzzing capabilities using the open source Openwifi project. UGent master thesis 2022](https://github.com/open-sdr/openwifi-hw-img/raw/master/doc_repo/Jasper_Devreker_masterproef.pdf) - [Thomas Schuddinck, Cybersecurity: Breaking IEEE 802.11 Devices at the Physical Layer. UGent master thesis 2022](https://github.com/open-sdr/openwifi-hw-img/raw/master/doc_repo/Thomas_Schuddinck_masterproef.pdf) - [Seppe Dejonckheere, The design of a CSI sensing authorisation mechanism using the open source Openwifi project. UGnet master thesis 2022](https://github.com/open-sdr/openwifi-hw-img/raw/master/doc_repo/Seppe_Dejonckheere_masterproef.pdf) - [Marco Cominelli, et al. On the properties of device-free multi-point CSI localization and its obfuscation. ELSEVIER Computer Communications, 2022](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S014036642200086X) - [Renato Lo Cigno, et al. Integrating CSI Sensing in Wireless Networks: Challenges to Privacy and Countermeasures. IEEE Network, 2022](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9919763) - [Renato Lo Cigno, et al. AntiSense: Standard-compliant CSI obfuscation against unauthorized Wi-Fi sensing. ELSEVIER Computer Communications, 2022](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0140366421004916) - [Mathy Vanhoef, et al. Testing and Improving the Correctness of Wi-Fi Frame Injection. ACM WiSec 2023](https://papers.mathyvanhoef.com/wisec2023-wifi-injection.pdf) - [Wen Liu, et al. A New Paradigm for Device-free Indoor Localization: Deep Learning with Error Vector Spectrum in Wi-Fi Systems. PIMRC 2023](https://arxiv.org/pdf/2304.06490.pdf) - [Paul Zanna, et al. Preventing Attacks on Wireless Networks Using SDN Controlled OODA Loops and Cyber Kill Chains. Sensors 2022, 22(23), 9481](https://www.mdpi.com/1986552) - [Hayoung Seong, et al. Practical Covert Wireless Unidirectional Communication in IEEE 802.11 Environment, IEEE Internet of Things Journal ( Volume: 10, Issue: 2, 15 January 2023)](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/9881568) - [Fan Qi, et al. Deep Learning-based CSI Feedback in Wi-Fi Systems, arxiv, 2024](https://arxiv.org/pdf/2407.05905) - [Lorenzo Ghiro, et al. Wi-Fi Localization Obfuscation: An implementation in openwifi. ELSEVIER Computer Communications, 2023](http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0140366423001111) - [Andreas Toftegaard Kristensen, et al. Monostatic Multi-Target Wi-Fi-Based Breathing Rate Sensing Using Openwifi, IEEE Wireless Communications and Networking Conference (WCNC) 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10570912) - [Andreas Toftegaard Kristensen, et al. An SDR-Based Monostatic Wi-Fi System with Analog Self-Interference Cancellation for Sensing, arXiv, 11 DEC 2024](https://arxiv.org/abs/2412.08612) [[**block diagram**](AnSIC-sensing-correction.png)] - [Jesus A. Armenta-Garcia, et al. Wireless sensing applications with Wi-Fi Channel State Information, preprocessing techniques, and detection algorithms: A survey. Computer Communications Volume 224, 1 August 2024](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0140366424002214?via%3Dihub) - [Tianyang Zhang, et al. Privacy Protection in WiFi Sensing via CSI Fuzzing, 2024 IEEE/ACM Symposium on Edge Computing (SEC), 04-07 December 2024](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/10818006) - [Xianjun Jiao, et al. Single-Input-Multiple-Output Wi-Fi Radar for Vital Signal Sensing and Device Tracking, IEEE 5th International Symposium on Joint Communications & Sensing (JC&S) 2025](https://biblio.ugent.be/publication/01JMVPSR8AR08RRW9MC15FPF58) - [Renato Lo Cigno, et al. Communication and Sensing: Wireless PHY-Layer Threats to Security and Privacy for IoT Systems and Possible Countermeasures. information, MDPI, 2025](https://www.mdpi.com/2078-2489/16/1/31) - [Zhiming Chu, et al. Defeating CSI obfuscation mechanisms: A study on unauthorized Wi-Fi Sensing in wireless sensor network. Computer Networks, Volume 263, May 2025](https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1389128625001768) - [Xinyu Liu, et al. Integration of Person Identification and Respiratory Monitoring Based on Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface. IEEE Sensors Journal, 06 June 2025](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/11027648) - [Zhiming Chu, et al. Privacy-preserving WiFi sensing in WSNs via CSI obfuscation. Computers & Security Volume 157, October 2025, 104594](https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cose.2025.104594) - [Stepan Mazokha, et al. Real-time Device Fingerprinting and Re-identification in GNUradio, Proceedings of the 15th GNU Radio Conference, 2025](https://events.gnuradio.org/event/26/contributions/773/attachments/229/665/gr-mobrffi_paper_v1.2.pdf) - [Jiamu Guo, et al. Hiding Secrets in the CSI Quotient: A Robust Wi-Fi CSI Steganography System, arxiv, 22 Apr 2026](https://arxiv.org/abs/2604.20521v1) ## WiFi and Cellular 5G 6G - [Luca Baldesi, et al. ChARM: NextG Spectrum Sharing Through Data-Driven Real-Time O-RAN Dynamic Control. INFOCOM 2022](https://ece.northeastern.edu/wineslab/papers/BaldesiInfocom22.pdf) - [Christian Arendt, et al. Empowering the Convergence of Wi-Fi and 5G for Future Private 6G Networks. 28th European Wireless Conference 2023](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10461434) - [Liangdong Wei, et al. An Experimental Evaluation of ACK-based Passive Bandwidth Estimation Methods in Ad Hoc Networks, 9th International Conference on Computer and Communications (ICCC) 2023](https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/10507541) **Openwifi was born in ORCA project (EU's Horizon2020 programme under agreement number 732174).**