Private 5G Networks-Flexible and Adaptive Paths for Operators and Enterprises • Registration

Sponsorship The concept of private 5G networks is attracting attention in many parts of the world. Existing cable networks, Wi-Fi, 3G, 4G and traditional private sector networks are unable to adapt to the digital changes of the Industry 4.0 era. Instead, the acceleration of digitalization in industry is leading to the adoption of 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT) in industrial networks.

With the advent of 5G, high bandwidth, low latency and high capacity connections have been achieved. It supports state-of-the-art technologies required by the vertical industry, such as networking, artificial intelligence (AI), big data, finite computing and cloud computing platforms.

A new generation of private 5G networks is emerging that meet the critical requirements for wireless communication. These private networks (physical or virtual cellular systems) support critical or business critical uses in industries such as smart cities, utilities, healthcare, agriculture and mining, transportation and manufacturing.

Using a 5G network Network Functional Virtualization (NFV) and Software Defined Network (SDN) Complete automated orchestration technology allows operators to build on public network resources to customize their private networks for thousands of businesses.

“Before 5G, special mobile networks could build specialized physical networks using only special mobile frequencies and special physical devices,” explained Jason Toe, chief scientist at ZTE Corporation’s NFV / SDN. I will. “Not only is this very expensive, but in most countries small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may not have access to mobile frequencies.”

Instead of waiting for killer applications to emerge, 5G is creating the potential for new revenue opportunities to lay the strategic foundation available to operators today and to sell personalized private networks and enterprise cloud services.

Smart in the city

ZTE currently uses four private network models (5G private line, 5G virtual private network, 5G hybrid private network, 5G physical private network) to develop a 5G private network plan to accurately empower the industry. It offers. Different industries and specific customers.

This is important because thousands of private networks with completely different requirements require a lot of people and experience in O&M. With the introduction of AI and big data tools, operators can accurately coordinate and guarantee multiple service level agreements (SLAs) for different vertical applications on different private networks.

“For example, cutting networks allows us to create private 5G networks for companies ranging from core to end,” says Tu. “Some factories have low latency and security requirements that require traffic to flow locally on the premises. Operators can use factory ZTE solutions such as base stations and core network transmissions. Operators are able to provide higher quality services with resources, experience and expertise to support their network deployment. “

The service levels or KPIs for these custom networks include user number, reliability, bandwidth, security, and latency. For SMEs seeking more flexibility and efficiency, home letter data centers are gradually being replaced by public cloud services. Similarly, corporate private networks are gradually being replaced by private network services provided by operators.

For smart city use, such as street lighting networks, flexibility, security and cost are more important considerations than delays. Due to the large number of them, the cost of connecting each street lamp must be economical and safe. Each street light in a private private network can have its own IP address and connect only to a central server, protected by a firewall and a stable high level of security. However, cost and performance requirements may also depend on the number and sophistication of the data collection devices that can be installed on the street lighting pole.

Another case of using 5G is a smart water meter. The main requirements for the water meter network are the low energy consumption to maintain the battery life of 10 years or more and a good signal to reach the water meter, which is often found in basements and outdoor alleys, gardens and sidewalks. Includes coverage. With 5G network slicing and unique radio frequencies, you can manage smart power consumption over a private network.

These uses stimulate the adoption of IoT and the demand for cloud and mobile computing (MEC). “5G networks are considered larger applications that run in the cloud,” says Tu. “The core network country and the transmission country are already cloud-based or software-defined. In the face of the shocks caused by the current pandemic, this transformation is being applied to the benefit of all vertical industries. I can do.”

Operators and integrators

Operators with data endpoints close to the industry’s vertical customers are well placed to transform from communications service providers (CSPs) to digital service providers (DSPs). Ultimately, a private 5G network that connects water meters to street lamps complements cloud services as well as integrated services.

“For example, manufacturers need 5G connectivity and cloud-based robot control systems and AGV and DSP to help integrate robots and AGV with production systems,” Tu said. ..

ZTE is also working with equipment maker Sany Group and China Mobile’s Beijing Mobile Communications Co Ltd division to launch an integrated cloud networking solution to increase the use of 5G technology in the manufacturing sector. This solution facilitates the innovative integration of 5G and the industrial Internet.

Using China Mobile’s private network, the integrated cloud network solution is designed to best suit the industrial park’s business scenario and enables the use of applications such as data collection, machine vision and digital twins. I will. circling life.

Meanwhile, 5G industrial innovator ZTE has launched a private 5G solution for the vertical market, offering 5G end products such as access networks, bearer networks and core networks (i5GC stands for 5G core). I am. ), And MEC offer cloud IT and communication networking capabilities in vertical industrial applications.

Other ZTE innovations that allow operators to differentiate their private 5G network services include the node mechanism. NodeEngine is a built-in mobile terminal solution with calculation, storage and unloading capabilities, which closely integrates edge computing with industrial applications for the deployment of industrial parks. In addition, the Precision RAN Solution allows operators to deliver private 5G networks that can be deployed quickly, meet extreme service requirements, and be cost-competitive.

ZTE and the network operator’s partners have gained valuable experience in innovating 5G business models by implementing 5G applications in various industries. ZTE and operators can work together to replicate this experience and experience in generating revenue from 5G investments and improving return on investment while stimulating digital transformation initiatives in the vertical industry.

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