Agricultural On-Demand Networks for 6G enabled by THz Communication
Daniel Lindenschmitt, Christoph Fischer, Simon Haussmann, Marc Kalter,, Ingmar Kallfass, Hans D. Schotten

TL;DR
This paper proposes a flexible, on-demand 6G-enabled agricultural network using THz communication and OpenRAN, demonstrating high data rates and discussing solutions for range limitations to advance smart farming.
Contribution
It introduces a novel on-demand network architecture for smart agriculture utilizing THz communication and OpenRAN, enhancing flexibility and data transmission capabilities for 6G applications.
Findings
THz communication achieves high data rates suitable for agricultural data transmission
OpenRAN enhances network flexibility in dynamic farming environments
Range limitations of THz are identified with initial solutions discussed
Abstract
The transforming process in the scope of agriculture towards Smart Agriculture is an essential step to fulfill growing demands in respect to nourishment. Crucial challenges include establishing robust wireless communication in rural areas, enabling collaboration among agricultural machines, and integrating artificial intelligence into farming practices. Addressing these challenges necessitates a consistent communication system, with wireless communication emerging as a key enabler. Cellular technologies, as 5G and its successor 6G, can offer a comprehensive solution here. Leveraging technologies following the ITU-R M. 2160 recommendation like THz communication, low-latency wireless AI, and embedded sensing, can provide a flexible and energy-efficient infrastructure. This paper introduces on-demand networks based on the OpenRAN approach and a 7.2 functional split. By implementing THz…
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TopicsTelecommunications and Broadcasting Technologies · Advanced MIMO Systems Optimization · Millimeter-Wave Propagation and Modeling
