XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 7.125–8.4 GHz reconfigurable intelligent surface module

XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3

7.125–8.4 GHz Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface for 6G FR3 Research

Enable programmable RF reflection for beamforming, OTA channel sounding, and 6G research.

What is XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3?

FR3 Reconfigurable Surface

A 16 × 16 PIN-diode RIS with 256 elements, covering 7.125–8.4 GHz for programmable RF reflection in FR3 research.

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1-Bit Phase Control

1-bit phase control with 0° / 180° states enables dynamic RF path control for channel and propagation experiments.

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Built for FR3 Research

Designed for beamforming validation, OTA channel research, NLoS experiments, ISAC, and other emerging 6G research scenarios.

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Why Choose XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3?

FR3 Upper Mid-Band Coverage

Operates across 7.125–8.4 GHz, supporting 6G FR3 research from OTA channel sounding to propagation measurement.

256-Element RIS Architecture

A 16 × 16 PIN-diode array provides 256 elements with 1-bit 0° / 180° phase control for programmable RF reflection.

Wide-Angle RIS Operation

Supports incident and reflection angles of up to ±60° in both horizontal and vertical directions, enabling flexible RF path control.

Existing XRifle Control Stack

Reuses TMYTEK’s existing XRifle controller board and TLKCore API to simplify integration into FR3 research workflows.

XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 16x16 256-element RIS module

Key Features

  • Frequency range:
    7.125–8.4 GHz FR3 Upper Mid-Band
  • Surface Architecture:
    16 × 16 PIN-diode array with 256 elements
  • Phase Control:
    1-bit phase states: 0° / 180°
  • Angular Range:
    ±60° incident and reflection angles, horizontal and vertical
  • Control & API:
    10/100 Mbps Ethernet (RJ-45) / Single controller handles up to 4 tiles
  • Cabling-Free RF Path:
    XRifle controller architecture with TLKCore API and 10/100 Mbps Ethernet

Dimensions

XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 module and controller dimensions

XRifle Dynamic RIS Specs

XRifle Dynamic RIS model comparison
ParameterUnit7.7 GHz RIS3.5 GHz RIS4.7 GHz RIS28 GHz RIS
Frequency RangeGHz7.125-8.43.35-3.64.2-5.226-30
Polarization-LinearLinearLinearLinear
Size of Matrix-16×16(256)10×1016×1632×32
Element Pitchmm= 17.5---
Phase States-1-bit, 0° / 180°---
Angle of Incidencedeg±60±60±60±60
Angle of Reflectiondeg±60±60±60±60
RCS Gain @Inc.0dB45-5035-3844.6-46.748.2-56.2
3 dB Beamwidth @Inc.0deg6-1310-185.2-13.23.6-6.6
Distance from Transmittercm> 65> 90> 90> 51
Array Antenna Sizemm280×28042.8×43.142.8×43.116.9×17.1
RIS Sizecm-42.8×43.142.8×43.116.9×17.1
Power ConsumptionW115520
Supply VoltageVdc12121212
Dimensioncm27.9×27.9×551×51×5.751×51×5.726.7×26.7×5.7

Controller Specs

XRifle Dynamic RIS controller specifications
ParameterUnit7.7 GHz RIS3.5 GHz RIS4.7 GHz RIS28 GHz RIS
Control Interface-10/100 Mbps Ethernet10/100 Mbps Ethernet10/100 Mbps Ethernet10/100 Mbps Ethernet
Pattern Switching Timems5TBCTBCTBC
Power Consumption (Single RIS Unit)W11810.524
Power Consumption (4 RIS Units)W?142478
Supply VoltageVdc12121212
Dimensionmm345x215x55345x215x55345x215x55345x215x55
Weightkg2222
VESA Mount Standardmm100x100100x100100x100100x100

Scalable RIS Architecture for FR3 Research

XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 features a thin-bezel 16 × 16-element module architecture designed for scalable RIS configurations. Multiple modules can be arranged to create larger reflective surfaces for FR3 experiments and OTA research setups.

256-Element RIS

Features a 16 × 16 PIN-diode array with 256 elements for programmable 1-bit 0° / 180° phase control.

±60° Angular Coverage

Supports incident and reflection angles up to ±60° in both horizontal and vertical directions.

Scalable FR3 Configuration

Thin-bezel modules support scalable configurations for larger FR3 research surfaces.

6G FR3 OTA research setup with SDR, UD Box 0630, BBox Lite FR3, and XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3

Complete 6G FR3 OTA Research Setup

Combine XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 with TMYTEK’s FR3 ecosystem to build end-to-end OTA research setups for beamforming, channel sounding, propagation research, and ISAC.

Ecosystem Components:

  • Baseband & Processing — SDR / USRP
     Your existing Sub-6 GHz SDR / USRP platform.
  • Up/Down Converter — UD Box 0630
     Extends Sub-6 GHz signals into the FR3 frequency range.
  • Beam Control  — BBox Lite FR3
     Electronically controlled FR3 beamforming
  • Programmable Reflective Surface — XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3
     Configurable RF reflection and propagation
TMXLAB Kit interface for XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 control and API integration

Flexible RIS Control & API Integration

XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 reuses TMYTEK’s existing XRifle SPI controller board and TLKCore API. The controller provides 10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity, enabling software-based RIS configuration and integration into existing XRifle research workflows.

  • 10/100 Mbps Ethernet controller interface
  • Existing XRifle SPI controller architecture
  • TLKCore API integration

6G FR3 Application Scenarios

XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 beamforming validation scenario
RIS Beamforming Validation
Validate programmable RF reflection and RIS-assisted beamforming across the 7.125–8.4 GHz FR3 band.
XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 NLoS channel control with programmable RF reflection around obstacles
NLoS Channel Control
Redirect RF signals around obstacles to evaluate coverage enhancement and controlled non-line-of-sight propagation.
XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 ISAC research scenario for integrated sensing and communication
ISAC Research
Introduce programmable RF reflection into Integrated Sensing and Communication prototype experiments.
XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 channel sounding and propagation research scenario
FR3 Channel Sounding & Propagation Research
Create configurable FR3 environments for channel sounding, multi-user MIMO, and spatial multiplexing research.

FAQ

What is a reconfigurable intelligent surface (RIS)?
A reconfigurable intelligent surface (RIS) is a programmable array designed to control how RF signals are reflected within a wireless environment. XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 uses configurable PIN diode elements to dynamically adjust reflected signal paths for beamforming, channel control, NLoS, and next-generation wireless research.
What frequency range does XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 support?
XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 operates from 7.125 to 8.4 GHz, covering the FR3 upper mid-band for 6G channel research, propagation measurement, OTA validation, and advanced wireless experimentation.
How many configurable elements does XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 have?
Each XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 module features a 16 × 16 array with 256 PIN diode elements. The array uses 1-bit phase control with 0° and 180° phase states to configure RF reflection patterns.
What incident and reflection angles does XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 support?
XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 supports up to ±60° in both horizontal and vertical directions for incident and reflection angles, enabling flexible signal redirection for OTA, beamforming, and NLoS channel experiments.
What is the difference between XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 and a phased array beamformer?
BBox Lite FR3 provides electronically controlled beam control, while XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 controls the reflection of incoming RF signals. Together, they allow researchers to control both the beam and the propagation environment for OTA experiments.
What applications can XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 be used for?
XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 is designed for 6G FR3 research including RIS beamforming validation, OTA channel sounding, propagation measurement, NLoS channel control, ISAC prototyping, coverage extension, multi-user MIMO, and spatial multiplexing research.
Can XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 be used for NLoS channel research?
Yes. By dynamically controlling reflected RF paths, XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 can redirect signals around obstacles and support controlled non-line-of-sight (NLoS) experiments for coverage enhancement, propagation studies, and channel-control algorithm validation.
Can multiple XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 modules be combined?
Yes. XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 features a modular thin-bezel design that supports scalable configurations, allowing multiple RIS modules to be arranged into larger reflective surfaces for different aperture and research requirements.
How is XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 controlled?
XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 uses TMYTEK’s XRifle controller architecture with a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interface and supports integration through the TLKCore API, enabling programmable RIS configuration and automated measurement workflows.
How does XRifle Dynamic RIS FR3 integrate into TMYTEK's 6G FR3 platform?
It can be combined with BBox Lite FR3 for beam control and UD Box 0630 for frequency conversion, together with an existing SDR or USRP, to build an end-to-end environment for FR3 channel research, beamforming, NLoS, and ISAC validation.

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