This paper presents the design and implementation of an Artificial Intelligence Control Plane (AICP) for deterministic networks, emphasizing the Proof-of-Concept (PoC) demonstration. The AICP framework integrates AI, digital twin technology, and real-time telemetry to manage complex network environments, ensuring reliable and low-latency communication. The PoC showcases the practical viability of the AICP by dynamically adapting to varying network demands and maintaining stringent to the Key Performance Indicator (KPI)s of the service. Extensive testing and real-world simulations highlight the framework's potential to enhance the efficiency and resilience of industrial communication networks.

The advent of 5G deployments and the anticipation of 6G have initiated a concerted effort to define new network and application services that leverage these technologies. A key focus of this effort is deterministic networking, which provides the reliability, time sensitivity, and predictability essential for supporting critical services and applications. This article presents a solution to support multi-domain deterministic communications, integrating various technology-specific deterministic networking solutions---namely IEEE 802.11, IEEE 802.1 TSN, and 3GPP 5G domains---over an IETF DetNet data plane. Our goal is to create a realistic infrastructure for developing the next generation of deterministic services. Key contributions include the design, deployment, and performance characterization of the multi-domain data plane, as well as its integration into a real-life use case such as the remote control of a robotic dog.

The PREDICT-6G framework, a novel 6G network architecture aiming to provide reliable, predictable, and time sensitive networking across diverse applications, integrates a multi-technology, multi-domain network infrastructure, creating a homogeneous and deterministic E2E connectivity across wired and wireless elements. This architecture addresses the evolving needs of specialized applications, setting a new standard for future networking technologies. A key component is the AI-driven Multi-stakeholder Inter-domain Control-Plane, which ensures the seamless delivery of time-sensitive services.