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  1. NR (New Radio):
    • NR is the air interface standard developed for 5G (fifth generation) wireless communication systems.
    • It is part of the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP), which is a collaboration between telecommunications standards organizations to develop protocols for mobile telecommunications.
  2. LTE (Long-Term Evolution):
    • LTE is a standard for wireless broadband communication for mobile devices and data terminals.
    • It is part of the 4G (fourth generation) technology family.
  3. Integration of NR with LTE:
    • NR can be integrated with LTE networks to provide a seamless transition from 4G to 5G.
    • This integration is known as "NR in LTE" or "NR-LTE coexistence," where NR operates in conjunction with existing LTE infrastructure.
  4. Dual Connectivity:
    • One key feature of NR-LTE integration is the concept of Dual Connectivity (DC).
    • Dual Connectivity allows a device to simultaneously connect to both LTE and NR cells, enabling a smoother migration to 5G without disrupting existing LTE services.
  5. Carrier Aggregation:
    • NR-LTE deployment often involves carrier aggregation, where multiple frequency bands are aggregated to increase data rates and overall network capacity.
    • Carrier aggregation can be applied separately for LTE and NR, allowing efficient utilization of available spectrum.
  6. Spectrum Sharing:
    • NR-LTE networks may share spectrum, allowing both 4G and 5G services to coexist in the same frequency bands.
    • Dynamic Spectrum Sharing (DSS) is one technique that enables the flexible allocation of spectrum resources between LTE and NR based on demand and network conditions.
  7. Backward Compatibility:
    • NR is designed to be backward compatible with LTE, ensuring that legacy LTE devices can still communicate with NR-enabled networks.
    • This backward compatibility is crucial for a smooth transition as 5G networks are deployed alongside existing 4G infrastructure.
  8. Advanced Features of NR:
    • NR introduces various advanced features compared to LTE, such as increased data rates, lower latency, improved spectral efficiency, and support for a massive number of connected devices.

NR in LTE refers to the integration of 5G New Radio technology with existing Long-Term Evolution networks. This integration allows for a gradual and seamless transition to 5G while leveraging the strengths of both technologies. Dual Connectivity, carrier aggregation, spectrum sharing, and backward compatibility are key technical aspects of NR-LTE integration.