This month, we’re excited to share the latest updates from ATDI, highlighting our ongoing innovations and industry contributions. Discover the newest enhancements in HTZ and the expanded map data library, designed to support precise and efficient network planning. We also explore how AI is transforming RF planning with Mask Predict, an advanced feature that automatically detects buildings and trees on satellite images, ensuring accurate identification of RF-related obstacles even when map data is incomplete.
Additionally, we celebrate our recent donation to the Netherlands Red Cross, recognising the vital role of communications in humanitarian efforts, and an award presented to the University of Korea for their outstanding use of our software. Finally, we cover the upcoming mmWave auctions in the UK and a recap of our latest events.
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From the ATDI team
Explore the new features in this month's release: HTZ v.2024.11. Users can access the latest release through the customer portal.
CALCULATIONS: Propagation Models – "Use World Conductivity Map" Functionality
The ITU-R P.368 propagation model now includes a "Use World Conductivity Map" option. When enabled, this feature automatically applies the World conductivity map, eliminating the need to load it in the clutter layer. Pre-packaged files, WORLDCONDUCTIVITY.BIN and WORLDCONDUCTIVITY.txt, are included in the installation folder for ease of use.
TOOLS: Clutter Settings – ITU-R P.833-10
The ITU-R P.833-10 recommendation is now available for computing linear attenuation in vegetation using the dB/km model. Choose from:
P833 (F) or -2: French coefficients
P833 (B) or -3: Brazilian coefficients
P833 (R) or -4: Russian coefficients.
TOOLS: HF Propagation – Centre-Fed Curtain Antenna Arrays
The ITU antenna type "Centre-Fed Curtain Antenna Arrays" is now supported, expanding HF propagation modelling capabilities.
INTERFACE: Short button/IDWM Conductivity Code Map
This feature displays the IDWM conductivity code map directly, using the default map loaded during installation. It streamlines visualisation of ground conductivity data for propagation modelling.
INTERFACE: Rectangle selection/Extract Vegetation – Vector Polygon Limited
The "Vector Polygon Limited" option restricts vegetation extraction to vector polygons within the selected rectangle, enhancing precision in data processing.
NEW FEATURE: Maxar Module Integration
HTZ Warfare now features direct access to the Maxar module via the <F8> shortcut in the user interface. This dedicated module provides a timeline of Maxar images, streamlining geospatial visualisation and enabling advanced analysis directly within the software.
Check out the latest cartographic datasets released. These royalty-free datasets are a valuable addition to your cartographic toolkit and are accessibleto the customer portal. Here's a summary of the data resolutions and their locations:
1m resolution – DTM/Clutter/Buildings: Port-Arthur, USA. Kincardine, UK. Helson, UK. Stuttgart + Echterdingen, Germany.
2m resolution – DTM/Clutter/Buildings: Albuquerque, USA.
20m resolution – DTM/Clutter : Benin. Panama.
30m resolution – Population: Thailand (2020)
We continually refresh our map data library to guarantee your access to the most current maps. Stay tuned for updates!
The AI function in HTZ automatically detects buildings and trees on satellite images, solving the challenge of identifying RF-related obstacles when building or vegetation footprints are unavailable on a map. The cutting-edge Mask Predict model segments obstacles directly from satellite images, greatly improving the accuracy of detecting high vegetation and urban clutter.
To access this latest update, visit our CRM or contact your local office.
Image: Model Performance on Stockholm: automatic detection of buildings and trees
We’re proud to support The Netherlands Red Cross by providing a license of HTZ Communications for its DMR network. Using infrastructure from local mobile network operators, the software helps manage, monitor, and optimise their communications, ensuring reliable coverage for critical operations and major events like marathons and Kings Day.
“The software is indispensable in planning our communication networks,” says Michel Frelink, volunteer with the organisation’s Radiocommunications group.
By delivering robust network performance today and supporting future technologies like 5G, ATDI is committed to enabling the vital work of humanitarian organisations.
The UAV Engineering Department at Kyungwoon University earned top honours in the "Radio Environment Analysis" category at South Korea's UAM Olympiad. Held in October, the competition highlighted innovative advancements in Urban Air Mobility (UAM). The Kyungwoon University's team presented a UAM route connecting a key station to the airport, a feat achieved using HTZ Warfare.
HTZ Warfare played a pivotal role in their success, enabling precise modelling of the radio communication environment along the proposed route. By identifying coverage gaps and optimising network performance, the team showcased how HTZ enhances UAM planning to ensure reliable, interference-free connectivity. Judges commended the team's practical and forward-thinking approach, enabled by HTZ's advanced capabilities.
Team leader Jin-Yeon Park reflected on the tool’s significance: “We designed routes that address real-life challenges. HTZ Warfare provides accurate modelling while supporting advanced features like interference management and enhanced network coverage.”
The software excels at simulating radio propagation across varied terrains, allowing users to model diverse conditions with precision. Its frequency allocation planning capabilities further enhance route reliability, addressing unique challenges in regional communication infrastructure.
Soo-Kil Park, Director of the Counter-UAS Defense Research Center at Kyungwoon University and supervising professor, stated, “As UAM requires a communication system grounded in mobile communications infrastructure, HTZ Warfare is an invaluable tool for designing and managing the radio environment of aerial corridors.”
HTZ Warfare proves itself as a versatile tool for both academic and industry applications, empowering users to develop robust, practical solutions across a wide range of radio technologies and demonstrating its transformative potential in advancing innovation.
The UK’s mmWave auctions in 2025 represent a pivotal opportunity for operators to leverage high-frequency spectrum in the 26 GHz and 40 GHz bands. With exceptional capacity and low latency, these bands are perfect for high-demand environments like urban centers and event venues. However, their limited range and penetration create significant challenges, demanding precise planning and reliable solutions.
ATDI brings over three decades of expertise in helping organisations optimise spectrum investments. Our flagship software, HTZ Communications, is purpose-built to tackle the complexities of mmWave deployment. With advanced modelling tools and high-resolution datasets, HTZ enables operators to address interference, optimise site placement, and design dense network deployments for effective coverage.
Beyond addressing technical challenges, HTZ supports innovative use cases such as Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), smart cities, and industrial IoT. By simulating real-world scenarios, operators can maximise spectrum use and develop robust business cases.
With its intuitive interface and automation features, HTZ simplifies network design, reducing costs and accelerating deployment. Combined with ATDI’s expertise, HTZ Communications ensures operators can turn mmWave spectrum into a powerful foundation for next-generation connectivity, delivering value today and preparing for future demands.
Future Radio Now, 2-3 December, Geneva - This biennial event on spectrum management and ITU Radio Regulations. WRS-24 takes place in Geneva, 2–6 December 2024, offering global professionals insights into regulatory practices. ATDI will showcase its latest spectrum management solutions at its stand, providing attendees with a firsthand look at new features to streamline compliance and optimise spectrum use.
AOC 2024, 11-13 December, National Harbour, MD - The AOC 2024 International Symposium & Convention is a premier event for experts in electronic warfare and electromagnetic spectrum operations. It gathers military leaders, industry innovators, and professionals to explore the latest technologies, strategies, and challenges, fostering global collaboration in defence and security.
