Use Cases of 5g

After a long time, 5G is finally spreading fast in 2022. It can provide higher speed, lower latency and greater capacity than 4G LTE networks. It is one of the fastest, most robust technologies the world has ever seen. This article gives you more information about the about use cases of 5G.

Everyone knows about 5g, but does everyone know there are two types of 5G Non-standalone (NSA) and standalone (SA).

5G Standalone vs Non-standalone

Non-standalone (NSA)

Non-standalone 5G is the first stage of 5G, using a new 5G radio access network and its network is supported by the 4G core infrastructure.

Standalone (SA)

• Stand-alone 5G architecture has zero dependencies on 4G network.

• Far superior to 4G-based NSA networks with low latency, Edge computing and 5G voice.

• Largest mix of spectrum 700MHz, 5300MHz, 26 GHz, Only operator offering 700Mhz.

In standalone 5G, only one generation of New 5G Radio (NR) is used, which is a set of standards that replaces 4G LTE. The architecture also relies on a core 5G network that has been designed from scratch from end to end.

India 5g band support

Based on their frequencies, 5G bands in India can be classified into 3 categories. The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) have been proposed by various frequency bands ranging from 600 MHz to 26 GHz.

Low-band

It includes the frequency 600 MHz, 700 MHz, 800 MHz, 900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 2100 MHz, 2300 MHz, and 2500 MHz. Most interested in the low-band 700MHz (n28).

Mid-band

It includes the frequency 3300 MHz. Most interesting the mid-band is 3500MHz (n78). The n78 band can deliver speeds up to 1Gbps.

High-band

It includes a frequency of up to 26 GHz, known as mmWave.

Among the telecom operators, 700MHz (n28) and 3500MHz (n78) are the most desirable frequencies. N78 is capable of delivering speeds up to 1Gbps. Telecom service providers find it attractive because of its cost efficiency and worldwide compatibility. Several 5G phones from smartphone manufacturers support the n78 5G band.

List of Supported 5G Bands in India

• 600MHz- n71

• 700MHz- n28

• 800MHz- n5

• 900MHz- n8

• 1800MHz- n3

• 2100MHz- n1

• 2300MHz- n40

• 2500MHz- n41

• (3300 – 3800MHz)- n78

• (3300 – 4200MHz)- n77

• (4400 – 5000MHz)- n79

• 26GHz (24.25 – 27.5 GHz)- n258

5g use cases 

Agriculture

In the 5G world, data and predictive analytics will enable farmers to improve productivity and efficiency. It is possible for farmers to reduce the use of chemicals in their food.

• Using IoT devices, farmers can monitor multiple things like Temperature, Soil conditions, and Water quality.

• Uses wireless sensors to monitor plant growth.

• Ag-tech developers have created smart collars and ear tags to track an animal’s location and health.

• Farmers are taking advantage of smart farming with 5G technology, where they can automate the entire process with machine-to-machine services and track data in real time. For example, drone sprayers, AI-enhanced Machinery, and accurate harvest estimation.

Logistics

In logistics, keeping track of inventory is time-consuming and complex. 5G may improve communication and provide accurate insights data, so it tracks where things are going, and when stock will arrive.

With the rise of Industry 4.0 and the Internet of Things (IoT), Many more companies are turning to Automatic Guided Vehicles (AGVs) to automate material transport and tasks in their intelligent factories. The AGV is a vehicle, where no human input or control beyond the initial programming and design. It used warehousing facilities to transport the materials from one place to another.

The 5G connectivity solved these challenges of connecting AGVs. It effortlessly connects to a large number of factory devices, including sensors and machines. Additionally, it provides high bandwidth, low latency, and complete coverage across the factory for the smooth operation of AGVs.

Manufacturing

Due to Low Latency and high assembly lines, where all machines and robots are perfectly in sync in real-time.

• With 5g technology, if we use augmented and virtual reality, it can provide us with several automated operational tasks, like field inspections, remote assistance for troubleshooting and repair, and remote training.

• An inspection of a manufacturing plant requires a field technician with knowledge and expertise in these fields. In addition, operators can only depend on a limited number of technicians with in-depth knowledge of plant processes and operations for troubleshooting.

• As a result of 5G technology, operators can provide technicians with augmented reality devices to assist technicians with less technical knowledge when performing maintenance and repairs on the field using an augmented display to assist them.

• With the use of virtual reality(VR), training can be sped up and made easier otherwise it can be difficult to provide training in actual equipment.

• The deployment of 5G connectivity will allow industrial automation to run smoothly thanks to the low latency of wireless communications that will simplify machine monitoring and control in real-time, as well as provide the industry with greater insight into the operation of their factories.

Retail

The rise of the 5G pop-up shop

In today's world, pop-up shops are becoming a trendy concept and have gained a great deal of popularity.

It will now be much easier to set up a temporary store equipped with 5G capabilities as a result, not only for the ease of payment technology but also for the addition of interactive displays and interactive elements that will not only attract customers but also make the store more attractive, so that customers are more likely to return.

As a result, we will not only be able to set up a temporary store equipped with 5G technology, but we will also be able to set it up quickly. It is open 24/7, and the award-winning unmanned pop-up store 'Unboxed', operated by Singtel, is open to the public every day of the week. With the help of a robot, customers are connected to virtual staff support, personalized recommendations, and self-service kiosks that offer video-assisted services. In addition, it provides an option to collect orders online, pay bills, buy top-ups, and replace SIM cards.

5G will create safer, more efficient shops

The low latency of 5G technology will allow for a large-scale and efficient rollout of automatic scan and checkout systems and contactless payments. In London, Amazon Fresh stores are already using this technology, which allows shoppers to use walk-out technology where the system detects when products are taken from the shelves or returned to them automatically, so the system can keep track of them in a virtual basket that the customer can view. When you finish shopping, the store will email you a receipt and charge your Amazon account3. No need to stand in line for checkout.

It was reported that according to Grand View Research, the market for 5G-enabled Internet of Things hardware in retail environments will be worth more than $94bn, by 2025.

Healthcare

In the healthcare field, 5g will enable to stay doctors and patients more connected with each other. Using IoT sensors it tracks the performance of patient analytics, monitors the patient, remote diagnostics and robot-assisted surgery and notifies the doctor.

Telemedicine

Taking advantage of the technology in rural areas, in particular, can make telemedicine easier due to the fact that this technology helps promote access in rural areas. Specifically, such a network is needed to provide a platform to support real-time, high-resolution communications without buffering, as well as to support high-speed file transfers in real-time.

Considering the fast processing speeds and high bandwidths offered by 5G networks, it is clear that this can result in a better telehealth consultation experience, reduced costs for healthcare providers, as well as better patient satisfaction.

Computer-Aided Diagnostics – Medical Imaging

Many documents require a lot of time to transfer, including medical imaging files such as CT scans and MRIs.With 5G, these transfers can be made virtually instantaneously, so doctors can provide their patients with comprehensive treatment and diagnose them faster as soon as possible. It is also possible to implement robot-assisted remote imaging with 5G, which can be a groundbreaking innovation when treating patients who suffer from highly infectious diseases such as COVID-19, that require constant monitoring.

Furthermore, doctors can also use 5G to transform MRIs into rich holograms that can be projected onto the patient while consulting with technicians such as radiologists and other specialists converting MRIs into holograms.

With these methods, doctors can better understand their patient's conditions, eliminate guesswork and provide a faster and more accurate diagnosis.

5G Connected Ambulance

It is now possible for EMTs while in an ambulance to transmit in real-time the patient's symptoms, vitals, and medical records, which would benefit the hospital staff with the help of 5G connectivity. Additionally, they can use 4K video calls to inform the doctors of the situation to prepare accordingly in advance, especially when faced with unexpected situations such as accidents, natural disasters, or pandemics that cannot be anticipated. In some cases, doctors will be able to advise ambulance staff on the proper course of treatment and will also be able to monitor their entire progress remotely.

Remote Surgery 5G

Most hospitals, except for the largest multispecialty hospitals in significant metropolises, do not have a good enough quantity of experienced surgeons to cover every speciality. In these cases, the on-field doctors consult with the experts using video and audio technology to assist them. However, with the help of 5G connectivity, things could be taken a step further to ensure that experts keep the surgical team informed in real-time about ongoing surgeries as they advise the surgical team during the procedure.

In addition to delivering high-quality visuals and audio in the live stream, surgical microscopes with 4K displays can transmit high-quality visuals to consulting surgeons at the same time.

By having access to such data, the consulting experts will be able to provide better supervision and guidance to the clients.

Education

5g will play an essential role in developing the education system. And it highlights here that education has become more hybrid and digitalised nowadays.

• 5G will leverage new learning platforms based on AR/VR technologies, contributing to enhancing students’ learning experience.

• 5G can be used to live stream lessons in real-time with a UHD resolution, improving access to education in rural areas.

• Using 5g can help remote learning become more immersive and interactive with the help of augmented reality / virtual reality tools.

• AI-based system to analyse students’ engagement.

• Classroom’s automated attendance system.

• Automation of teachers’ administrative tasks.

• $13.1 trillion in potential global sales in 2035, enabled by 5G across multiple sectors, and $264 million are directly related to the education sector.

Advantages and Disadvantages of 5G Network

Advantages

High Speed:

One of the major pros of 5G technology is its ability to work faster on cellular and other devices. where downloading movies, videos, music and streaming services would have taken only a few seconds.

Low Latency:

One of the significant advantages of 5G technology is that it has a low latency, which makes it easier to support other cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and virtual reality, which is another significant advantage of the technology. It is also important to note that its low latency makes browsing easy for customers, which leads to an improved customer experience.

High Bandwidth :

By using 5G technology, data can be transferred seamlessly between devices, improving the overall user experience as well as the connectivity among devices.

Disadvantages

Weak Upload Speeds

As a result of 5G technology, download speeds can reach up to 1.9Gbps at times, which is an incredible speed. However, upload speeds rarely exceed 100Mbps, so this is not quite as incredible as it initially seemed.

Impact on healthiness

It's one of the biggest breakthroughs of 5G, but usage of millimeter wave (mmWave) spectrum might cause health problems since it's so high-frequency.

Future of 5g Technology

According to MarketsandMarkets, the 5G healthcare market is expected to reach $3.67 billion by 2026, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 76.3%, according to the research firm that analyzed the market. In the coming years, 5G connectivity will bring in an era of ultra-reliable, low-latency communications in which data will be transferred in near-real time, cost savings will be substantial, and millions of devices will be able to be connected.

By 2030, almost a billion extra patients are expected to be treated in remote areas thanks to 5G networks. Joining the 5G revolution is the key to the future of healthcare. The pandemic highlighted the dangers of ignoring technological advancements. With 5G technology, digital transformation will play a vital role in helping the industry.