The transport network for 5G is much more than just backhaul; it’s the critical backbone connecting the core network all the way to the service layer at the edge via the midhaul and fronthaul. For more details, please visit: https://www.fujitsu.com/us/products/network/products/
Roles and Requirements for xHaul Segments in 5G Transport NetworksRoderick Dottin
OTN aggregation as a bearer technology within xHaul (Fronthaul, Midhaul, Backhaul) segments in support of overlaying 5G network capabilities onto a brownfield transport network
These slides explain the Protocol Framework for 5G mmWave Backhaul Network, as a part of a project presentation for the course Telecom Architecture at Northeastern University.
NGFI (Next Generation Fronthaul Interface) native RoE (Radio over Ethernet)ITU
This is a presentation and a demo for both NGFI (Next Generation Fronthaul Interface) native RoE (Radio over Ethernet) with Intra PHY split implemented in it, and CPRI over Ethernet encapsulated in structure agnostic mode. Compared to CPRI, the NGFI native RoE implementation improves bandwidth usage greatly, which better supports 5G applications demanding for higher bandwidth. In the CPRI over Ethernet demonstration, bidirectional CPRI flows are recovered without error, which enables C-RAN (centralized radio access network) architecture by using Ethernet as a transport network.
Author : Anders Lund, Bomin Li, Thomas Nørgaard, Comcores
Presented at ITU-T Focus Group IMT-2020 Workshop and Demo Day, 7 December 2016.
More details on the event : http://www.itu.int/en/ITU-T/Workshops-and-Seminars/201612/Pages/Programme.aspx
The document describes two 5G research projects - 5G-Xhaul and 5G-Crosshaul. 5G-Xhaul has operators like Telefonica and vendors like Huawei, and focuses on dynamically reconfigurable optical-wireless backhaul and fronthaul with cognitive control planes. 5G-Crosshaul involves more operators and vendors, and aims to develop an integrated fronthaul and backhaul transport network with a unified control plane based on SDN/NFV and a unified data plane supporting various fronthaul and backhaul technologies. Both projects examine use cases like dense urban environments and will demonstrate their technologies in testbeds.
5G (the fifth generation mobile communications) is scheduled to launch in around early 2020s. Even if it is not determined yet regarding the standard technology details, many researchers expect that 5G will transfer 1000 times more data, and thus, can connect billions of IoT (Internet of Things) devices at the same time. Key candidate technologies that enable 5G to support IoT devices connection are millimeter wave communication, massive MIMO (multiple input and multiple output) technology, cloud RAN/network function virtualization (NFV)/ software defined network (SDN), ultra dense network (UDN) and low latency network. Following patents illustrate some examples of the current key technology developments of 5G for the IoT.
A Survey on Key Technology Trends for 5G NetworksCPqD
The document discusses key technology trends for 5G networks, including higher spectrum usage through technologies like carrier aggregation and operation in millimeter wave bands. It also covers multi-Gbps transmission rates using new waveforms, massive MIMO arrays, and highly dense and flexible network architectures utilizing small cells and network function virtualization. The conclusion is that 5G networks will be driven by data traffic growth and enable ubiquitous services, but further work is still needed to support innovative services in both urban and rural areas.
Millimeter Wave mobile communications for 5g cellularraghubraghu
The next generation of wireless mobile communication is here know as 5G cellular which will revolutionize the way which see at wireless communication today !!!
Roles and Requirements for xHaul Segments in 5G Transport NetworksRoderick Dottin
OTN aggregation as a bearer technology within xHaul (Fronthaul, Midhaul, Backhaul) segments in support of overlaying 5G network capabilities onto a brownfield transport network
These slides explain the Protocol Framework for 5G mmWave Backhaul Network, as a part of a project presentation for the course Telecom Architecture at Northeastern University.
NGFI (Next Generation Fronthaul Interface) native RoE (Radio over Ethernet)ITU
This is a presentation and a demo for both NGFI (Next Generation Fronthaul Interface) native RoE (Radio over Ethernet) with Intra PHY split implemented in it, and CPRI over Ethernet encapsulated in structure agnostic mode. Compared to CPRI, the NGFI native RoE implementation improves bandwidth usage greatly, which better supports 5G applications demanding for higher bandwidth. In the CPRI over Ethernet demonstration, bidirectional CPRI flows are recovered without error, which enables C-RAN (centralized radio access network) architecture by using Ethernet as a transport network.
Author : Anders Lund, Bomin Li, Thomas Nørgaard, Comcores
Presented at ITU-T Focus Group IMT-2020 Workshop and Demo Day, 7 December 2016.
More details on the event : http://www.itu.int/en/ITU-T/Workshops-and-Seminars/201612/Pages/Programme.aspx
The document describes two 5G research projects - 5G-Xhaul and 5G-Crosshaul. 5G-Xhaul has operators like Telefonica and vendors like Huawei, and focuses on dynamically reconfigurable optical-wireless backhaul and fronthaul with cognitive control planes. 5G-Crosshaul involves more operators and vendors, and aims to develop an integrated fronthaul and backhaul transport network with a unified control plane based on SDN/NFV and a unified data plane supporting various fronthaul and backhaul technologies. Both projects examine use cases like dense urban environments and will demonstrate their technologies in testbeds.
5G (the fifth generation mobile communications) is scheduled to launch in around early 2020s. Even if it is not determined yet regarding the standard technology details, many researchers expect that 5G will transfer 1000 times more data, and thus, can connect billions of IoT (Internet of Things) devices at the same time. Key candidate technologies that enable 5G to support IoT devices connection are millimeter wave communication, massive MIMO (multiple input and multiple output) technology, cloud RAN/network function virtualization (NFV)/ software defined network (SDN), ultra dense network (UDN) and low latency network. Following patents illustrate some examples of the current key technology developments of 5G for the IoT.
A Survey on Key Technology Trends for 5G NetworksCPqD
The document discusses key technology trends for 5G networks, including higher spectrum usage through technologies like carrier aggregation and operation in millimeter wave bands. It also covers multi-Gbps transmission rates using new waveforms, massive MIMO arrays, and highly dense and flexible network architectures utilizing small cells and network function virtualization. The conclusion is that 5G networks will be driven by data traffic growth and enable ubiquitous services, but further work is still needed to support innovative services in both urban and rural areas.
Millimeter Wave mobile communications for 5g cellularraghubraghu
The next generation of wireless mobile communication is here know as 5G cellular which will revolutionize the way which see at wireless communication today !!!
Ericsson Technology Review: Designing for the future: the 5G NR physical layerEricsson
More than a simple evolution of today’s 4G (LTE) networks, 5G will also include a new, globally standardized radio access technology known as New Radio (NR). 5G NR is well suited to meet the complex and sometimes contradictory requirements within the areas of enhanced mobile broadband, massive machine-type communications and ultra-reliable low-latency communications. All the 5G NR physical layer technology components are flexible, ultra-lean and forward compatible.
NOTE: The slides contain the visual effects. So for complete information download the presentation and view it in slideshow mode.
Description of Non-orthogonal Multiple access in 5G networks Detailed discussion on downlink NOMA scenario and future challenges and trends.
10-Gb/S Transmission of Wdm Pon for Man with 50km Reach Based On FtthIJERA Editor
The wavelength-division-multiplexed passive optical network (WDM-PON) is considered to be the next evolutionary solution for a simplified and future-proofed access system that can accommodate exponential traffic growth and bandwidth-hungry new applications. WDM-PON mitigates the complicated time-sharing and power budget issues in time division- multiplexed PON (TDM-PON) by providing virtual point-to-point optical connectivity to multiple end users through a dedicated pair of wavelengths. The objective of this paper is proposed a scheme for metropolitan area networks comprising optical components based on arrayed waveguide grating multiplexers, demultiplexers .The Arrayed waveguide gratings based multiplexers and demultiplexers for WDM applications prove to be capable of precise multiplexing and demultiplexing of a large number of channels with relatively low losses.
China Mobile Zhejiang: Evolution to 5G Transport Networks Huawei Network
1) China Mobile Zhejiang is building the world's first commercial 5G transport network and has deployed 30 access nodes so far.
2) They are taking a leading role in completing technical verification for 5G transport network standards at organizations like IEEE, OIF, and IETF.
3) The 5G transport network aims to provide good service experience for all 5G scenarios through live network capabilities while achieving optimal total cost of ownership through reusing existing 4G network resources and simplified network protocols.
This document discusses fronthaul solutions and wireless fronthaul applications. It summarizes EBlink's fronthaul products including the FrontLink 58 wireless fronthaul solution, which can transmit up to 7.5 Gbps over 5.8 GHz frequencies. The document also outlines various wireless fronthaul use cases for indoor and outdoor network densification as well as EBlink's roadmap and role in evolving fronthaul standards towards 5G.
3GPP finalized Release 16 in 2020 and initiated work on Release 17, which expands 5G capabilities like multi-cast and non-terrestrial networks. Release 17 provides a framework for innovation in new use cases. Future wireless networks will need to support new use cases and a wide range of spectrum bands using artificial intelligence integrated in the network. Presentation slides covered 5G connections forecasts, 3GPP release timelines, main features of Release 16 like IIoT and URLLC, and technologies in Release 17 like integrated access and backhaul.
Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) 5G Training - Tonex TrainingBryan Len
Length: 3 Days
5G Wireless utilizing NOMA training covers the major 5G remote interchanges including, channels, antennas, propagation, 3GPP New Radio (NR), Next Generation (NexGen), issues encompassing rising 5G remote LAN and cell/backhaul applications.
5G Technologies Using NOMA Training covers ideas, administrations, technologies and network segments behind 5G remote. Discover how 5G remote networks will be a lot more intelligent and quicker than 4G. New patterns, for example, machine-to-machine correspondence, self-driving vehicles, keen urban areas, associated society, Internet of Things (IoT), communicate like administrations, life saver interchanges in the midst of normal disaster will be a piece of the new 5G wireless services.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the attendees can:
Describe what 5G is
Describe what Non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA) is
Describe different modulation techniques in mobile communication
Describe power-level modulation
Describe key metrics for evaluation of modulation techniques
Describe advantages and disadvantages of NOMA
Compare and contrast orthogonal multiple access (OMA) and NOMA
Describe methods to implement OMA and NOMA
Describe ongoing research areas for NOMA implementation
List the 5G wireless features and their benefits (5G wireless communication networks)
Describe key 5G technology drivers and enablers of 5G
List 5G technology candidates in RAN/radio, transport, core networks, interoperability and services
List 5G Wireless Use Cases & User-Driven 5G Requirements
Describe ITU 5G standards (IMT2020) along with NGMN alliance and 3GPP and more…
Course content / agenda:
What is 5G Wireless Communication?
5G Wireless Requirements, Applications, and Services
5G Vision
Fundamental Communications Concepts for NOMA Modulation Fundamentals
Analog Modulation
Digital Modulation
Demodulation
Detection
5G Wireless Air Interface
5G and NOMA
NOMA Classification Types
NOMA technology basics
Performance Characterization of NOMA
Request more information regarding 5G and NOMA. Visit tonex.com for course and workshop detail.
Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) 5G Training - Tonex Training
https://www.tonex.com/training-courses/non-orthogonal-multiple-access-noma-training-future-5g-technologies/
LTE LATAM 2015 - Base Station Virtualization: Advantages and ChallengesAlberto Boaventura
This document discusses the advantages and challenges of base station virtualization. Key advantages include improved capacity and coverage through centralized coordination of resources using technologies like Coordinated Multi-Point (CoMP) and enhanced Inter-Cell Interference Coordination (e-ICIC), which can increase system capacity up to 30 times. A centralized architecture is also well-suited for handling non-uniform traffic loads through dynamic load balancing across baseband units. However, challenges include requirements for additional spectrum, new infrastructure investments, interference mitigation techniques, and ensuring backhaul network capacity scales with increasing cell densities.
the file is related to my online seminars over Instagram.
this is first presentation about 5G
5G is the 5th generation mobile network. It is a new global wireless standard after 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. 5G enables a new kind of network that is designed to connect virtually everyone and everything together including machines, objects, and devices.
#5G
#5GNR
#Massive MIMO
#tactile_internet
Join Us:
inststagram.com/ali.nikfal1985
1) The document expresses gratitude to the author's guide and friends for their support and guidance in completing a thesis.
2) It provides an overview of the xMax technology, which can be used for wired or wireless communication and improve range and battery life. It uses a hybrid of narrowband and wideband modulation.
3) It discusses xMax's network architecture, which provides voice and data services through base stations, an access gateway, and backhaul links at a lower cost than traditional networks through techniques like SIP compression.
This document discusses Long Term Evolution (LTE) as the 4G mobile broadband technology. It provides key specifications of LTE including peak download speeds of 173Mb/s, ultra-low latency below 100ms, support for up to 400 active users per 5MHz of spectrum, and mobility at speeds up to 450km/h. It also compares LTE to WiMAX and discusses options for allocating LTE spectrum in Iraq, including re-allocating the existing 40MHz improperly assigned band to improve spectrum efficiency.
5G Transport Network Requirement for Indian Telecom By Subrata SenSukhvinder Singh Malik
There are few people whom we meet and connect instantly. Recently, We met Subrata Sen, (Head, Fiber/Transport Planning at Bharti Infratel Ltd) and veteran in telecom industry during a conference. During our conversation, we had long discussion about upcoming technologies and how important the backhaul , specially fiber is for future network.
For example, if we wish to move our telco infrastructure to Cloud, virtualize our network elements, do we have the capability to move all data traffic to centralized cloud? Mr. Sen provided his expert opinion on how the transport network needs to be redesigned and what are important parameters for the same.
This presentation will review the 5G market and use case needs and discuss how NG-PON2 is positioned to meet these requirements. Focus will be given to the different interface requirements based on emerging 5G standards and discuss where NG-PON2 will play a role in converged transport.
Presented by Michael Gronovius, Director Business Development, Ericsson
Fronthaul technologies kwang_submit_to_slideshareKwangkoog Lee
5G Fronthaul Technologies (Especially, this document specifies the e-CPRI technology, because many telcos are now considering the eCPRI for the next fronthaul.)
I great privilege to end Ampleon Technical Conference 2021 (Nijmegen, Netherlands) with a keynote contribution on what makes Telco tick and more on what to expect from real 5G. It was as well more than 20 years since I had seen many of my old Philips colleagues (now Ampleon) which made this event very special for me as well. Of course, also super cool to see the innovation level and relevance to our deployed RAN infrastructure.
5G World presentation ExCel, London 11th June 19roberto ercole
A presentation on the regulatory and business challenges to promote 5G take-up at the 5G World event in London.
The presentation looks at how expensive it might be to deploy a full wide-area 5G network and how spectrum auction fees relate to that. It also looks at what can be done to encourage mobile coverage in rural areas where there is no commercial incentive.
Cognitive Radio Networks for Emergency Communications June 2012xG Technology, Inc.
1) xG Technology is a leading developer of cognitive radio network technology, including their xMax product, which enables more efficient use of wireless spectrum. 2) xMax is an all IP mobile broadband solution that provides real-time voice, video, broadband data, and SMS using cognitive radio capabilities to dynamically change channels and avoid interference. 3) xMax provides benefits for first responders and military applications by allowing fully mobile tactical deployments with seamless integration to satellite backhaul, and its cognitive abilities make it difficult to jam.
Dr. Wenbing Yao from Huawei Technologies gave a presentation on 5G updates at the INCA Seminar in London on July 12th. The presentation discussed how networks and services need to be ready for 5G deployment, including having the proper spectrum, network infrastructure like small cells, and developing the 5G ecosystem. It also reviewed the progress of 5G standards development and initial trials and deployments by various operators worldwide. Huawei outlined its investments in 5G research and trials conducted with partners to help bring 5G networks and services to reality.
The 5G architecture standard has changed the communications landscape, and it is now punctuated by real
opportunities for satellite to play an integral role. Acting as a banner for all standardization technologies,
including Network Function Virtualization (NFV), Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Metro Ethernet
Forum (MEF), the 5G architecture standard potentiates both satellite’s place in mainstream connectivity, and
full interoperability within the end-to-end 5G network.
http://www.ericsson.com
Each decade since mobile communication was introduced in the 1980s, has brought with it a new generation of systems and technologies. The next evolution, 5G radio access, is set for commercialization around 2020, and will deliver 5G services in an environment that is shaping up to be a significant challenge.
Ericsson Technology Review: Designing for the future: the 5G NR physical layerEricsson
More than a simple evolution of today’s 4G (LTE) networks, 5G will also include a new, globally standardized radio access technology known as New Radio (NR). 5G NR is well suited to meet the complex and sometimes contradictory requirements within the areas of enhanced mobile broadband, massive machine-type communications and ultra-reliable low-latency communications. All the 5G NR physical layer technology components are flexible, ultra-lean and forward compatible.
NOTE: The slides contain the visual effects. So for complete information download the presentation and view it in slideshow mode.
Description of Non-orthogonal Multiple access in 5G networks Detailed discussion on downlink NOMA scenario and future challenges and trends.
10-Gb/S Transmission of Wdm Pon for Man with 50km Reach Based On FtthIJERA Editor
The wavelength-division-multiplexed passive optical network (WDM-PON) is considered to be the next evolutionary solution for a simplified and future-proofed access system that can accommodate exponential traffic growth and bandwidth-hungry new applications. WDM-PON mitigates the complicated time-sharing and power budget issues in time division- multiplexed PON (TDM-PON) by providing virtual point-to-point optical connectivity to multiple end users through a dedicated pair of wavelengths. The objective of this paper is proposed a scheme for metropolitan area networks comprising optical components based on arrayed waveguide grating multiplexers, demultiplexers .The Arrayed waveguide gratings based multiplexers and demultiplexers for WDM applications prove to be capable of precise multiplexing and demultiplexing of a large number of channels with relatively low losses.
China Mobile Zhejiang: Evolution to 5G Transport Networks Huawei Network
1) China Mobile Zhejiang is building the world's first commercial 5G transport network and has deployed 30 access nodes so far.
2) They are taking a leading role in completing technical verification for 5G transport network standards at organizations like IEEE, OIF, and IETF.
3) The 5G transport network aims to provide good service experience for all 5G scenarios through live network capabilities while achieving optimal total cost of ownership through reusing existing 4G network resources and simplified network protocols.
This document discusses fronthaul solutions and wireless fronthaul applications. It summarizes EBlink's fronthaul products including the FrontLink 58 wireless fronthaul solution, which can transmit up to 7.5 Gbps over 5.8 GHz frequencies. The document also outlines various wireless fronthaul use cases for indoor and outdoor network densification as well as EBlink's roadmap and role in evolving fronthaul standards towards 5G.
3GPP finalized Release 16 in 2020 and initiated work on Release 17, which expands 5G capabilities like multi-cast and non-terrestrial networks. Release 17 provides a framework for innovation in new use cases. Future wireless networks will need to support new use cases and a wide range of spectrum bands using artificial intelligence integrated in the network. Presentation slides covered 5G connections forecasts, 3GPP release timelines, main features of Release 16 like IIoT and URLLC, and technologies in Release 17 like integrated access and backhaul.
Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) 5G Training - Tonex TrainingBryan Len
Length: 3 Days
5G Wireless utilizing NOMA training covers the major 5G remote interchanges including, channels, antennas, propagation, 3GPP New Radio (NR), Next Generation (NexGen), issues encompassing rising 5G remote LAN and cell/backhaul applications.
5G Technologies Using NOMA Training covers ideas, administrations, technologies and network segments behind 5G remote. Discover how 5G remote networks will be a lot more intelligent and quicker than 4G. New patterns, for example, machine-to-machine correspondence, self-driving vehicles, keen urban areas, associated society, Internet of Things (IoT), communicate like administrations, life saver interchanges in the midst of normal disaster will be a piece of the new 5G wireless services.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, the attendees can:
Describe what 5G is
Describe what Non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA) is
Describe different modulation techniques in mobile communication
Describe power-level modulation
Describe key metrics for evaluation of modulation techniques
Describe advantages and disadvantages of NOMA
Compare and contrast orthogonal multiple access (OMA) and NOMA
Describe methods to implement OMA and NOMA
Describe ongoing research areas for NOMA implementation
List the 5G wireless features and their benefits (5G wireless communication networks)
Describe key 5G technology drivers and enablers of 5G
List 5G technology candidates in RAN/radio, transport, core networks, interoperability and services
List 5G Wireless Use Cases & User-Driven 5G Requirements
Describe ITU 5G standards (IMT2020) along with NGMN alliance and 3GPP and more…
Course content / agenda:
What is 5G Wireless Communication?
5G Wireless Requirements, Applications, and Services
5G Vision
Fundamental Communications Concepts for NOMA Modulation Fundamentals
Analog Modulation
Digital Modulation
Demodulation
Detection
5G Wireless Air Interface
5G and NOMA
NOMA Classification Types
NOMA technology basics
Performance Characterization of NOMA
Request more information regarding 5G and NOMA. Visit tonex.com for course and workshop detail.
Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA) 5G Training - Tonex Training
https://www.tonex.com/training-courses/non-orthogonal-multiple-access-noma-training-future-5g-technologies/
LTE LATAM 2015 - Base Station Virtualization: Advantages and ChallengesAlberto Boaventura
This document discusses the advantages and challenges of base station virtualization. Key advantages include improved capacity and coverage through centralized coordination of resources using technologies like Coordinated Multi-Point (CoMP) and enhanced Inter-Cell Interference Coordination (e-ICIC), which can increase system capacity up to 30 times. A centralized architecture is also well-suited for handling non-uniform traffic loads through dynamic load balancing across baseband units. However, challenges include requirements for additional spectrum, new infrastructure investments, interference mitigation techniques, and ensuring backhaul network capacity scales with increasing cell densities.
the file is related to my online seminars over Instagram.
this is first presentation about 5G
5G is the 5th generation mobile network. It is a new global wireless standard after 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G networks. 5G enables a new kind of network that is designed to connect virtually everyone and everything together including machines, objects, and devices.
#5G
#5GNR
#Massive MIMO
#tactile_internet
Join Us:
inststagram.com/ali.nikfal1985
1) The document expresses gratitude to the author's guide and friends for their support and guidance in completing a thesis.
2) It provides an overview of the xMax technology, which can be used for wired or wireless communication and improve range and battery life. It uses a hybrid of narrowband and wideband modulation.
3) It discusses xMax's network architecture, which provides voice and data services through base stations, an access gateway, and backhaul links at a lower cost than traditional networks through techniques like SIP compression.
This document discusses Long Term Evolution (LTE) as the 4G mobile broadband technology. It provides key specifications of LTE including peak download speeds of 173Mb/s, ultra-low latency below 100ms, support for up to 400 active users per 5MHz of spectrum, and mobility at speeds up to 450km/h. It also compares LTE to WiMAX and discusses options for allocating LTE spectrum in Iraq, including re-allocating the existing 40MHz improperly assigned band to improve spectrum efficiency.
5G Transport Network Requirement for Indian Telecom By Subrata SenSukhvinder Singh Malik
There are few people whom we meet and connect instantly. Recently, We met Subrata Sen, (Head, Fiber/Transport Planning at Bharti Infratel Ltd) and veteran in telecom industry during a conference. During our conversation, we had long discussion about upcoming technologies and how important the backhaul , specially fiber is for future network.
For example, if we wish to move our telco infrastructure to Cloud, virtualize our network elements, do we have the capability to move all data traffic to centralized cloud? Mr. Sen provided his expert opinion on how the transport network needs to be redesigned and what are important parameters for the same.
This presentation will review the 5G market and use case needs and discuss how NG-PON2 is positioned to meet these requirements. Focus will be given to the different interface requirements based on emerging 5G standards and discuss where NG-PON2 will play a role in converged transport.
Presented by Michael Gronovius, Director Business Development, Ericsson
Fronthaul technologies kwang_submit_to_slideshareKwangkoog Lee
5G Fronthaul Technologies (Especially, this document specifies the e-CPRI technology, because many telcos are now considering the eCPRI for the next fronthaul.)
I great privilege to end Ampleon Technical Conference 2021 (Nijmegen, Netherlands) with a keynote contribution on what makes Telco tick and more on what to expect from real 5G. It was as well more than 20 years since I had seen many of my old Philips colleagues (now Ampleon) which made this event very special for me as well. Of course, also super cool to see the innovation level and relevance to our deployed RAN infrastructure.
5G World presentation ExCel, London 11th June 19roberto ercole
A presentation on the regulatory and business challenges to promote 5G take-up at the 5G World event in London.
The presentation looks at how expensive it might be to deploy a full wide-area 5G network and how spectrum auction fees relate to that. It also looks at what can be done to encourage mobile coverage in rural areas where there is no commercial incentive.
Cognitive Radio Networks for Emergency Communications June 2012xG Technology, Inc.
1) xG Technology is a leading developer of cognitive radio network technology, including their xMax product, which enables more efficient use of wireless spectrum. 2) xMax is an all IP mobile broadband solution that provides real-time voice, video, broadband data, and SMS using cognitive radio capabilities to dynamically change channels and avoid interference. 3) xMax provides benefits for first responders and military applications by allowing fully mobile tactical deployments with seamless integration to satellite backhaul, and its cognitive abilities make it difficult to jam.
Dr. Wenbing Yao from Huawei Technologies gave a presentation on 5G updates at the INCA Seminar in London on July 12th. The presentation discussed how networks and services need to be ready for 5G deployment, including having the proper spectrum, network infrastructure like small cells, and developing the 5G ecosystem. It also reviewed the progress of 5G standards development and initial trials and deployments by various operators worldwide. Huawei outlined its investments in 5G research and trials conducted with partners to help bring 5G networks and services to reality.
The 5G architecture standard has changed the communications landscape, and it is now punctuated by real
opportunities for satellite to play an integral role. Acting as a banner for all standardization technologies,
including Network Function Virtualization (NFV), Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and Metro Ethernet
Forum (MEF), the 5G architecture standard potentiates both satellite’s place in mainstream connectivity, and
full interoperability within the end-to-end 5G network.
http://www.ericsson.com
Each decade since mobile communication was introduced in the 1980s, has brought with it a new generation of systems and technologies. The next evolution, 5G radio access, is set for commercialization around 2020, and will deliver 5G services in an environment that is shaping up to be a significant challenge.
The document provides an overview of the network architecture of 5G mobile technology. It discusses that 5G will require fundamental changes to the network architecture to meet goals of high data rates, capacity, and low latency. This includes employing technologies like dense networks, massive MIMO, and mmWave spectrum. The 5G network architecture will be more flexible and intelligent through the use of software defined networking, virtualization, and cloud computing. It will also need to support different service types like enhanced mobile broadband, massive machine-type communications, and ultra-reliable communications. Research challenges remain in developing new air interface designs, signaling protocols, and spectrum sharing to fully realize the potential of 5G networks.
The document discusses concepts for 5G networks, including:
1. 5G aims to provide a unified system to support a wide range of use cases with enhanced connectivity, capacity, and low latency. It will build on LTE and introduce a new 5G radio and core network.
2. 5G will support enhanced mobile broadband, massive IoT connectivity, and ultra-reliable low latency communications. Initial deployments may use LTE and 5G networks together before standalone 5G is available.
3. The 5G new radio will provide flexible design to support different use cases and improve efficiency over LTE. It will integrate with existing LTE networks during early deployments.
Mobile transport networks must evolve to support the new capabilities and requirements of 5G networks, including speeds of 10Gbps and beyond, low latency, and support for new applications. 5G will introduce new radio access network architectures and functional splits that distribute baseband processing, placing new demands on fronthaul transport between radio heads and centralized baseband units. Emerging solutions include packetized fronthaul interfaces like eCPRI that reduce bandwidth needs compared to traditional CPRI, as well as time-sensitive networking approaches to meet low latency requirements. Mobile transport networks must also concurrently support both 4G and 5G networks during the transition to 5G, posing integration challenges over the coming years.
Emerging Radio Technologies that are mmWave communications, Massive MIMO, Novel Waveforms and Multiple Access techniques etc. will provide ultra-high data rate traffic per user. However, only new Radio techniques implemented in lower layers of legacy networks could not guarantee the all 5G requirements, consequently the new network architecture along with new Radio technologies will emerge to fulfill all 5G requirements.
We have seen all the mobile broadband technologies like 1G, 2G, 3G and most recent 4G and upcoming is 5G. And they were very successful and motivated by the need to meet the requirement of the mobile users.
Future European society and economy will strongly rely on 5G infrastructure.
The impact will go far beyond existing wireless access networks with the aim for communication services, reachable everywhere, all the time, and faster. 5G is an opportunity for the European ICT sector which is already well positioned in the global R&D race. 5G technologies will be adopted and deployed globally in alignment with developed and emerging markets’ needs.
The document discusses key technology enablers for 5G networks, including 5G radio, ultra dense heterogeneous networks, mobile edge computing, network function virtualization, software defined networking, network slicing, and internet of things. The objectives of 5G include supporting peak data rates of 10Gbps, guaranteed rates of 50Mbps, latency of 1ms for radio access and 5ms end-to-end, high mobility up to 500km/hr, location accuracy of less than a meter, and connectivity for over 1 million devices per square kilometer. 5G aims to enable a wide range of new applications through these advanced capabilities.
Interesting Whitepaper from #HCLTECH, though a bit old (2016) but good for beginners on 5G and introductory know-how about 5G start with IMT2020. Informative insights.
This document provides an overview of 5G technology and its objectives. 5G aims to provide higher data rates and connectivity for a wider range of devices, including sensors and IoT devices. It envisions a 1000-fold increase in network capacity and peak data rates of over 50Gbps. 5G will utilize both an enhanced LTE network and a new radio access technology to achieve its goals, maintaining backward compatibility. Key 5G technologies discussed include the use of millimeter wave spectrum, massive MIMO, and multi-RAN architectures.
Gsma mobile backhaul an overview - future networksamilak123
This document provides an overview of mobile backhaul, which refers to the transport network connecting mobile network core and radio access networks. It discusses key challenges for mobile backhaul including evolving LTE and 5G technologies, subscriber and data traffic growth, stringent latency requirements, and network densification. The document also outlines different technology choices for mobile backhaul, including copper lines, fiber optics, microwave radios, and satellite. Copper lines were commonly used for earlier generation networks but do not scale well to support increasing bandwidth demands, while fiber, microwave, and satellite are better suited for current and future needs.
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56_5G Wireless Communication Network Architecture and Its Key Enabling Techno...EdisonAndresZapataOc
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White Paper
Transporting 5G from Vision to Reality
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As the race to deploy 5G gathers speed, the reality of building out new
and different network architectures presents a variety of complex issues
for service providers to address. Foremost among these challenges is the
development of a robust optical transport network to support 5G radio
access at the edge, creating the solid foundation that will enable service
providers to deliver new profitable services. New 5G networks need
greater scalability, reliability and performance — from the first mile
through the last, and to the edge — in order to meet the speed, latency
and density requirements of diverse and demanding 5G services.
Fujitsu is working closely with network service providers to help them
plan, design and deploy transport networks that will not only position
them to be first across the finish line with commercial 5G services, but
also help them maintain forward momentum for the long-haul. Building
on this real-world experience, this paper examines 5G transport
challenges, evolution of the radio access network (RAN) architecture,
best practices for design and deployment, early business model
opportunities and a vision for the future.
To the Edge and Beyond
With the promise of extremely high throughput and gigabits of data
offered by enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), 5G is expected to
revolutionize economies and societies through hyper-connectivity,
enabling innovations in automotive, manufacturing, energy, utilities and
healthcare sectors, among others. As network architectures transition to
cloud-based connectivity and software-defined networking (SDN)
control, service providers can enable new 5G use cases ranging from
massive Internet of Things (mIoT) services, machine type
communications (MTC) and fixed wireless access (FWA), to connected
cars and smart homes.
5G networks will need to be dynamic enough to support low latency,
cloud-based applications, while maintaining co-existence with current
4G and LTE technologies. The introduction of new antenna technologies
such as massive Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) will stretch
capacity to the limits, resulting in a 5G transport rate more than ten
times greater than 4G. In order to successfully achieve this evolution,
service providers need to build out robust transport networks capable of
scaling to support billions of connected devices and an exponential
increase in capacity, while significantly reducing latency at the edge.
The transport network for 5G is much more than just backhaul; it’s the
critical backbone connecting the core network all the way to the service
layer at the edge via the midhaul and fronthaul. Sufficient capacity,
reliability and scalability to enable differentiated 5G services in the
future will be dependent on the fiber transport network deployed now.
But in the evolved 5G architecture, transport network planning presents
additional complications due to interdependencies with RAN
deployment and the network operator’s service strategy. Deployment
plans for the backhaul, midhaul and fronthaul segments of the transport
network (i.e., X-Haul) will be highly dependent on the varying capacity
needs and latency sensitivities of the use cases to be supported, as well
as overall CapEx budgets. Therefore, planning and design of 5G
transport networks requires careful consideration of many different
factors to optimize efficiency and ensure that capacity is effectively
delivered where and when it’s needed.
Evolution to Virtualized RAN
To handle the tsunami of device-to-device communications expected with
5G, next-generation networks will require denser RAN architectures with
distributed intelligence. This increasing densification means more
advanced topologies in the access part of the transport network, such as
mesh or ring configurations, as well as evolved fronthaul and backhaul
interfaces. In addition to connecting physical radio sites, tomorrow’s mobile
networks need to support virtual network functions in order to enable
network slicing and connect subscribers to cloud-based applications.
As the 5G RAN (NG-RAN) is increasingly virtualized, service providers are
able to dynamically support a range of use cases with varying demands
using SDN control and orchestration. Moreover, with the advantage of
running virtualized network functions (VNFs) on open hardware, service
providers can be free of vendor constraints, helping to keep both OpEx
and CapEx costs in check. Therefore, a key benefit of this new ecosystem
is the opportunity to disaggregate the optical transport network.
Ensuring a smooth evolution to an integrated 4G/5G network requires
scalable, modular and disaggregated platforms that are highly
programmable. With open application programming interfaces (APIs)
and standards-based protocols such as NETCONF/YANG, network
operators can build more affordable vendor-neutral networks that are
dynamically controlled via SDN technology, allowing them to be first to
market with new services.
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Fixed on the Horizon
While the potential future opportunities for 5G are nearly limitless, the
first use cases will be limited by default, as the market awaits delivery of
new 5G devices and handsets. There are many technical hurdles yet to
be overcome in the 5G consumer device market, including form factor,
battery life, beam tracking and higher MIMO. For that reason, fixed
wireless access (FWA) is the first use case to see widespread adoption; a
“low hanging fruit” for service providers. We expect this to be a
particularly prevalent option for delivery of broadband services to
residential subscribers and small to medium businesses, and these
services are already beginning to take shape.1
Fixed wireless access can be enabled through network densification
overlaid on the existing 4G network with accompanying fixed location
devices in the home or enterprise. This creates an early advantage for
network operators and new mobile market entrants to leverage the new
5G radio interface (NR) in the short term, while working to extend fiber
reach and address last mile challenges that are critical to 5G deployment.
Fujitsu is actively working with leading service providers to help them
create innovation and unique differentiation with 5G, including fixed
wireless access solutions. Fujitsu has developed a number of
technologies aimed at increasing capacity and spectral efficiencies in
5G NR communications, such as integrated ultra-high density
distribution antenna systems and low-power millimeter wave circuits.
As shown in Figure 1, these systems can connect directly to existing
backhaul, reducing costs and allowing service providers to get up and
running quickly with fixed wireless services.
Figure 1: Fujitsu Fixed Wireless Access Solution
Likewise, Fujitsu offers an xHaul transport solution that can be
connected to fixed wireless access systems from third-party vendors in
an open networking configuration, as depicted in Figure 2 below. The
Fujitsu Smart xHaul solution offers CPRI, eCPRI and gigabit Ethernet at
1G and 10G rates, which can be integrated into the C-RAN transport.
Figure 2: Third-Party Fixed Wireless Access w/ Fujitsu Fronthaul
Fast-Moving Future
Once network operators have begun to realize return on new 5G
investments with fixed wireless access, the next step for most service
providers will be to enable the types of mobility use cases more closely
associated with 5G. Planning and deploying a mobile network to support
a myriad of 5G applications will be no easy feat, considering the
complexities of these new architectures and the interdependencies
between the RAN and transport network. For this reason, working with a
supplier like Fujitsu, that offers end-to-end transport and radio solutions
that complement each other, can offer significant advantages.
As shown in Figure 3, the three key building blocks of the NG-RAN
architecture are the centralized unit (CU), distributed unit (DU) and radio
unit (RU). Together, these three main functional modules make up the 5G
base station (gNB). While the functions of the CU and DU were combined
in the 4G baseband unit (BBU), 3GPP 5G specifications introduce a
functional split to the previous BBU design as a way to lower transport
costs, thereby offsetting the significant increase expected with 5G
transport rates.
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Backhaul or
Smart xHaul
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Figure 3: 4G to 5G RAN Architectural Contrast
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This split in gNB functions means that the three main functional
modules can be deployed in multiple combinations, with various
scenarios yielding tradeoffs in RAN performance and cost. The key,
therefore, is to determine which RAN topology is optimal for your
network. This section will review three use cases for general performance
and cost tradeoffs, as shown in Figure 4.
Dual Split RAN Architecture
The dual split RAN architecture is similar to the 4G BBU where DU
resources are centralized in a pool for connectivity to RUs at multiple cell
sites. In this configuration, fronthaul provides connectivity from the DU
to RU. Since the DUs are centralized, their resources can be pooled
across multiple cell sites over the fronthaul spans. This pooling
capability enables the service provider to engineer performance demand
for the RAN based on the region within this group of cell sites, instead of
based on individual cell sites. Individual cell site performance
engineering is very inefficient, since the dedicated DU cannot be
dynamically scaled when greater performance is needed.
Conversely, if dedicated DU capacity is underutilized then it becomes an
expensive dedicated resource. In this NG-RAN architecture, centralized
DU resources also offer cell site aggregation. Cell site aggregation
enables multiple cell sites to simultaneously address demand for an
individual mobile user, as compared to a single cell which can become
saturated during peak loading hours when supplying demand to an
individual mobile user. Pooling and cell site aggregation provide the
service provider with a blend of high performance and dynamic radio
network operation per capital expenditure, along with the lowest
scalability OpEx.
Cell Site RAN Architecture
The Cell Site RAN architecture offers dual functionality providing low
latency and centralized operation. The DU, RU and local CU user and
control plane (CU-UP and CU-CP) functions as well as a possible multi-
access edge computing (MEC) functions are collocated at cell sites to
support latency-sensitive applications and a second CU-UP at the edge site
for centralization benefits. To achieve dual functionality, the DU resources
are sliced to offer a fixed allocation of resources to each of the two CU-UPs.
The cell site local elements support the ultra-low latency applications
such as autonomous vehicle and tactile Internet operation. The edge
site CU-UP optimizes mobility applications offering centralization
enabling efficient resource pooling and high performance cell site
aggregation to the cell sites they serve.
In addition to enabling these next-generation applications, this
architecture helps reduce costs by potentially eliminating the fronthaul
transport segment.
IDU Cell Site RAN Architecture
The integrated DU (IDU) Cell site RAN architecture along with UPF or MEC
functions, integrates the DU and RU elements, offering similar low-
latency and centralization benefits as the Cell Site RAN architecture while
providing an additional level of capital and operational cost reduction.
Since the DU and RU are integrated, service providers can realize CapEx
savings in fiber optics and cabling that is internal to the integrated
device. Operationally, there are fewer devices to turn-up and interconnect,
resulting in decreased OpEx as well as expedited service delivery.
Integrating the DU with the RU is the lowest cost implementation
architecture option, offering a next step in the evolution of the 5G NG-RAN.
Dual Split RAN
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Figure 4: 5G RAN xHaul Use Cases
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Planning for the Long-Haul
In an effort to ensure wide interoperability of network infrastructure and
devices, 5G NR specifications and frequencies are being defined on a
global basis. However, there are bound to be regional deployment
differentiations due to the very short propagation nature of the 5G
millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum and its susceptibility to
interference.
For example, regions of the world where large populations are
concentrated in dense urban areas will benefit from deployment
scenarios that make use of millimeter waves with beamforming and
beam tracking, taking advantage of the wider bandwidth to deliver
spectral efficiencies and support the promised high throughput. On the
other hand, rural or sparsely populated areas would be difficult to
address with such millimeter wave deployment; therefore, these
deployments would be better served by sub-6GHz spectrum bands.
A comprehensive transport network architecture designed to address
varying deployment conditions will be invaluable in the 5G era. And the
key to ensuring this infrastructure can dynamically respond to changing
network conditions on demand will be deployment of open and
programmable transport networks with virtual DU/CU elements that
enable greater automation and more efficient operations.
Expertise Built on Experience
To fully realize the promise of the next generation, Fujitsu has built an
open ecosystem of products that will allow service providers to
seamlessly and securely deliver services over wireless, wireline and cloud
end-to-end, meeting subscribers’ expectations for 5G. Fujitsu offers a
range of solutions, from RAN products that enable mmWave and sub-
6GHz services, to a portfolio of disaggregated optical transport solutions
including the Smart xHaul family and the Fujitsu 1FINITY platform.
Moreover, because Fujitsu transport and radio access solutions
complement each other, service providers benefit from faster
deployment, streamlined support and interoperability.
Offering significant communications technology expertise, including a
focus on RAN and optical transport, Fujitsu delivers more efficient packet
switching economics, innovative RAN technologies and open interfaces,
reducing costs while simplifying network deployment challenges. With
an end-to-end approach enabled by a comprehensive RAN transport
network, service providers can overlay 5G networks and use cases atop
existing 4G transport infrastructure with ease, allowing them to go to
market quickly with enticing new services that leverage Gigabit speeds
and intelligent automation.
Fujitsu’s unified service platform, open-source automation framework
and MicroApplications Practice offering facilitates end-to-end activation
and delivery of differentiated services across technologies. Cloud delivery
services are available as infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a
service (PaaS) or software as a service (SaaS). In addition to mobility
and IoT solutions, Fujitsu also co-creates fixed wireless access solutions
with customers to help them go to market quickly with 5G, leveraging
our 28GHz Fixed Wireless Access solution that offers automated delivery
of bandwidth-on-demand and zero touch provisioning of 5G fixed
wireless devices on an edge cluster for a seamless customer experience.
Managing all these elements in one ecosystem requires a robust SDN
control platform based on open-source technology. Fujitsu enables
unique resource control of multi-vendor systems with multi-domain
orchestration via the Virtuora Network Control Solution. Plus the Fujitsu
Services team offers turnkey support for design, configuration,
deployment, integration and management of 5G networks from end to
end, based on years of experience with legacy RAN and transport
network deployments.
Figure 5: The Fujitsu 5G Ecosystem
■ 5G service applications
■ Fujitsu digital services and IoT solutions
■ Multi-domain orchestration
■ End-to-end services (RAN, transport and DC)
■ Value add network applications
■ DevOps services
■ Uniform control platforms
■ Open source based (ODL, Openstack)
■ Differentiating technologies
■ Open platforms (Open BBU and ROADM)
5G
Services
Service Delivery
Network Services
Control Platform
Product Solutions