ITRI, MediaTek, and Chunghwa Telecom Advance Satellite-Ready B5G Infrastructure

HSINCHU, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At the 2025 COMPUTEX MOEA TECH HUB, the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) showcased its latest innovations alongside other leading research institutes in Taiwan. A key highlight from ITRI is the debut of a world-leading B5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) base station system, which enables direct-to-cell satellite connectivity via software upgrades. Co-developed with MediaTek and Chunghwa Telecom, the solution has successfully passed multi-orbit satellite communication trials. This breakthrough is set to transform communication capabilities in remote and offshore areas and drew global attention at this year's MWC Barcelona.

Pang-An Ting, ITRI Vice President and General Director of Information and Communications Research Laboratories, likened the integration of AI technologies to the human body's systems: AI decision-making acts as the brain, logistics robots as the sensory system, NTN communications as the nervous system, and energy management systems as the circulatory system. He emphasized that the integration of these four systems is key to realizing the full potential of smart technologies.

The exhibition featured innovations in five areas: AI services, immersive experiences, AI for manufacturing, green energy, and next-gen communications. Notable solutions include:

• B5G NTN Base Station System
  The solution enables direct-to-cell satellite connectivity via software upgrades, advancing Taiwan's NTN technology and global standards.
  
  
• AI Medical Logistics Robot
  The AI-powered robot uses vision and context awareness to improve logistics efficiency at Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital.
  
  
• AI 3D Modeling via Smartphone
  ITRI's AI technology allows fast creation of photorealistic 3D models using only a smartphone, reducing time and cost.
  
  
• Transparent Display Open System
  The OpenXR-compliant system supports multi-brand devices, accelerating XR deployment in smart libraries and museums.
  
  
• POXA Energy Management System
  The AI-driven POXA platform optimizes energy storage, cutting costs and expanding industrial applications. The system is slated to spin off into a startup by the end of 2025.

About ITRI
Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) is one of the world's leading technology R&D institutions aiming to innovate a better future for society. Founded in 1973, ITRI has played a vital role in transforming Taiwan's industries from labor-intensive into innovation-driven. To address market needs and global trends, it has launched its 2035 Technology Strategy and Roadmap that focuses on innovation development in Smart Living, Quality Health, Sustainable Environment, and Resilient Society.

Over the years, ITRI has been dedicated to incubating startups and spinoffs, including well-known names such as UMC and TSMC. In addition to its headquarters in Taiwan, ITRI has branch offices in the U.S., Germany, the UK, Japan, and Thailand in an effort to extend its R&D scope and promote international cooperation across the globe. For more information, please visit https://www.itri.org/eng.

SOURCE Industrial Technology Research Institute