Ericsson demonstrated its Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) technology in Plano, Texas, on February 26, 2026, showing massive‑MIMO radios tracking unmanned aerial vehicles in real time.
The demonstration validates ISAC’s ability to sense and locate objects using existing mobile‑network infrastructure, confirming Ericsson’s claim that the technology can be deployed on current network sites without major hardware changes and accelerating time‑to‑value for operators.
The live test is a key milestone on Ericsson’s 6G roadmap, adding a new layer of environmental awareness for operators and national‑security applications. By merging advanced communications with sensing, ISAC enables safer skies, smarter cities, and new use cases such as autonomous systems and drone delivery.
Ericsson’s CEO of Americas Yossi Cohen said the demonstration unlocks a new class of applications by adding a powerful sensing platform as an added layer to the existing telecom network, and that the company can introduce these capabilities efficiently and responsibly, accelerating time to value for operators and their customers.
The demonstration strengthens Ericsson’s competitive moat in programmable networks and positions the company as a pioneer in the emerging 6G‑era sensing market. It is expected to boost confidence among operators and government partners, potentially opening new revenue streams in defense and public‑safety sectors.
The event also highlights Ericsson’s broader 6G research and standardization efforts, including work within 3GPP Release 19 and beyond, and underscores its commitment to the U.S. market through investments such as the 5G Smart Factory in Lewisville, Texas.
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