Randy Verdecia-Peña

Randy Verdecia-Peña is a researcher specializing in wireless communication and 5G technologies, focusing on millimeter-wave (mmWave) systems, software-defined radio (SDR), and network protocols. His work emphasizes practical experimentation with advanced signal processing techniques, including machine learning for channel estimation and hardware prototyping for integrated access and backhaul (IAB) architectures. Key contributions include phased array-aided 5G prototypes, flexible layer 2 protocols, and cooperative relay node design in both indoor and outdoor environments. Collaborations frequently involve hardware validation and performance analysis across frequencies like 26 GHz and 60 GHz.