Our proposal introduces SPCP (Semantic Protocol for Critical Processes), the world’s first AI-driven semantic communication protocol.
Unlike conventional bit-oriented protocols, SPCP transmits intentions rather than raw data, enabling:
Sub-millisecond deterministic latency
Safety feedback ≥99.9%
Semantic prioritization for critical commands
Improved robustness, efficiency, and security
SPCP represents a paradigm shift in communication history – from “moving bits” to “understanding meaning.”
It is broadly applicable: energy (hydrogen microgrids, smart grids), industrial automation, connected mobility, healthcare, and critical infrastructures.
The project will be structured as a multi-partner EU consortium (~3–5 Mio €) under SNS JU STREAM-B-01-01: Advanced Architectures Systems and Technologies (Priority 5: Goal-oriented Communication), with strong emphasis on ETSI/3GPP standardization.
Our goal is to establish SPCP as a candidate for the next-generation universal communication protocol and a foundation for Europe’s digital sovereignty in 6G.
TU Dresden is one of the leading universities of excellence in Europe and has been ranked No. 1 worldwide in innovation and industry collaboration by THE in 2025. With more than 30,000 students and a strong track record in interdisciplinary research, TU Dresden is internationally recognized for its pioneering contributions to 6G, tactile internet, embedded AI, and secure industrial communication systems.
The university hosts two unique large-scale clusters of excellence – CeTI (Centre for Tactile Internet with Human-in-the-Loop) and 6G-life – providing cutting-edge testbeds, cross-domain expertise, and direct links to industry. TU Dresden plays a central role in shaping European digital sovereignty, bridging academic excellence with industrial impact, and has longstanding partnerships with major global players across telecom, automation, energy, and mobility sectors.