Broadcast-Broadband Convergence B²C Lab

Pioneering Solutions for a Connected World

Humber Polytechnic in Toronto, Canada has established North America’s first Broadcast-Broadband Convergence B²C Lab—a world-class industry research center designed to explore multisectoral business applications enabled by the new ATSC 3.0 IP-based television broadcast standard.

New data delivery models include broadcasting infotainment and map updates into connected cars, remote education, geo-targeted emergency alerting/information for the public, emergency communication networks for first responders, and delivering nano-second precision time for critical infrastructure and complementary PNT(GPS) service via ATSC 3.0 Broadcast Positioning System.

Learn more about the history and operations of Humber Polytechnic’s Broadcast-Broadband Convergence B²C Lab.

Our Mission

Our mission is to directly contribute to the success and sustainability of industry:

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Sharing Our Expertise

We directly provide knowledge and technology to our industrial partners.

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Supporting Development

Of new products and services, enhanced functionality, and valuable intellectual property.

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Providing a Skilled Team

We offer access to highly qualified faculty with advanced technical and entrepreneurial skills.

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De-Risking Innovation

Through our innovator-friendly IP policy and a supportive, low-risk environment.

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Disseminating Knowledge

For multisectoral business applications of the ATSC 3.0 standard and convergence applications.

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Canada’s ATSC 3.0 Broadcast System

The B²C Lab offers leading edge infrastructure including Canada’s only ATSC 3.0 broadcast system—a multiple transmitter OTA broadcast SFN test bed across four Tx/Rx sites, including Toronto’s CN Tower, with the capability to reach nearly 25% of Canada’s marketplace. The lab includes three 5G core networks to explore 5G convergence applications and a vast array of implementations. An RF anechoic test chamber supports design, development and testing of a wide range of antennas, wireless devices, and prototypes.

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Boost Your Career in Technology and Innovation

Students are the centre of the experience for us in the B²C Lab. Working together first-hand with a principal investigator and an industry partner, students learn new skills and complete multi-disciplinary projects.

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Meet the People Behind Our Success

Research & Innovation Team Advisory Committee

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