

Joonas Säe
About me
I am working as a staff scientist at the faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences, at Tampere University, in close collaboration with the Electrical Engineering Unit in the field of Communications Engineering and Radio Systems. Also, I am one of the responsible persons related to drone operations at Tampere University.
Wireless communications infrastructure: RF lab (TC407b), 4G/5G mobile networks, LoRAWAN IoT network, and wireless mesh network around Hervanta campus.
Responsibilities
I am responsible for the wireless communications research infrastructure located at the Hervanta campus. I also study the corresponding research field.
In addition, my responsibilities include, but are not limited to: teaching, MSc supervision, responsible person of EE webpages, networking and research services for industry and research organizations. Supporting research application preparations related to the use of wireless infrastructures.
Research topics
5G, B5G, 6G networks, UAV and UAS, IoT technologies.
Research unit
Latest publications
Agile 5G Network Measurements: Operator Benefits of Employing Aerial Mobility
Säe, J., Kurvi, P., Andreev, S. & Valkama, M., Jun 2022, In: IEEE Internet of Things Magazine. 5, 2, p. 114-119 6 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
DECT-2020 New Radio: The Next Step toward 5G Massive Machine-Type Communications
Kovalchukov, R., Moltchanov, D., Pirskanen, J., Säe, J., Numminen, J., Koucheryavy, Y. & Valkama, M., 17 Jun 2022, In: IEEE Communications Magazine. 60, 6, p. 58-64 7 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Evaluation of Maximum Range for Backscattering Communications Utilising Ambient FM radio signals
Biswas, R., Säe, J. & Lempiäinen, J., 2022, 2022 International Balkan Conference on Communications and Networking, BalkanCom 2022. IEEE, p. 142-146 5 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Maximum Receiver Harvesting Area of Backscatter Signals from Ambient Low-Frequency Mobile Networks
Biswas, R., Säe, J. & Lempiäinen, J., 2021, 2021 IEEE Global Communications Conference (GLOBECOM). 5 p. 9685741. (IEEE Global Communications Conference).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Reliability of UAV Connectivity in Dual-MNO Networks: A Performance Measurement Campaign
Säe, J., Wirén, R., Kauppi, J., Torsner, J., Andreev, S. & Valkama, M., Jun 2020, 2020 IEEE International Conference on Communications Workshops (ICC Workshops). IEEE, 5 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Using 5G to bring more than just bits to homes
Tan, B., Cosmas, J., Banitsas, K., Rustell, M., Sae, J., Valkama, M., Zhang, Y., Oca, E. M. D. & Aondoakaa, D., 27 Oct 2020, 2020 IEEE International Symposium on Broadband Multimedia Systems and Broadcasting, BMSB 2020. IEEE, 8 p. 9379767. (IEEE International Symposium on Broadband Multimedia Systems and Broadcasting, BMSB; vol. 2020-October).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Distribution Network Maintenance Work Enhancement With Drones During Limited Mobile Network Access
Säe, J., Laaja, J., Paananen, H. & Valkama, M., Jun 2019, 25th International Conference on Electricity Distribution. CIRED, (CIRED conference proceedings).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Public LTE Network Measurements with Drones in Rural Environment
Säe, J., Wirén, R., Kauppi, J., Määttänen, H-L., Torsner, J. & Valkama, M., May 2019, 2019 IEEE 89th Vehicular Technology Conference: VTC2019-Spring. IEEEResearch output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Remote Monitoring of IoT Sensors and Communication Link Quality in Multisite mMTC Testbed
Horsmanheimo, S., Säe, J., Jokela, T., Tuomimäki, L., Nigussie, E., Hjelt, A., Huilla, S., Dönmez, T., Le Bail, N. & Valkama, M., Sept 2019, 2019 IEEE 30th Annual International Symposium on Personal, Indoor and Mobile Radio Communications (PIMRC). IEEE, 7 p. (Annual International Symposium on Personal, Indoor and Mobile Radio Communications).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Multipath Propagation Analysis of 5G Systems at Higher Frequencies in Courtyard (Small Cell) Environment
Sheikh, M. U., Säe, J. & Lempiäinen, J., 1 Nov 2018, 2018 IEEE 5G World Forum (5GWF). IEEE, p. 239-243 5 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review