International Journal of Informatics and Communication Technology (IJ-ICT)
Vol 15, No 2: June 2026

An machine learning-enhanced reconfigurable software defined radio architecture for adaptive 5G wireless systems

Bhaskar Chalampalem, Vijaya (Unknown)
Nagaraju, Sancarapu (Unknown)
Vara Prasad, Venkata (Unknown)
Kiran Kumar, R. (Unknown)
Balasundaram, Shanmugham (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Jun 2026

Abstract

This paper presents a machine learning (ML)-enhanced software defined radio (SDR) architecture optimized for adaptive 5G wireless communication. The system incorporates predictive ML algorithms to enable real-time modulation selection, finite impulse response (FIR) filter reconfiguration, and spectrum adaptation based on dynamic channel parameters such as bit error rate (BER), received signal strength indicator (RSSI) and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). A decision tree classifier and a deep Q-learning agent dynamically determine optimal modulation schemes (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, OQAM) and filter tap configurations (4/8/16 taps), ensuring efficient communication under varying network conditions. Implemented on a Xilinx Zynq SoC using Verilog for datapath design and Python for ML control via AXI4-Lite, the architecture achieves a maximum operating frequency of 182.4 MHz, 40.7% logic utilization, and only 122.3 mW power consumption. Compared to existing SDR implementations, the system demonstrates a 17% frequency improvement, 28% power reduction, and 21% area savings. Real-time electrocardiogram (ECG) transmission confirms the system’s adaptability, achieving BER < 10⁻³ at 22 dB SNR and < 10⁻⁵ at 26 dB. These results affirm the viability of the proposed ML-SDR for edge-based biomedical and ultra-reliable low-latency communications (URLLC) applications in 5G networks.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJICT

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT

Description

International Journal of Informatics and Communication Technology (IJ-ICT) is a common platform for publishing quality research paper as well as other intellectual outputs. This Journal is published by Institute of Advanced Engineering and Science (IAES) whose aims is to promote the dissemination of ...