On-demand 5G Private Networks using a Mobile Cell

TL;DR

This paper introduces the Mobile Cell concept for on-demand 5G private networks, enhancing coverage and capacity in dynamic environments like seaports, using licensed spectrum to improve reliability and QoS.

Contribution

The paper presents a novel Mobile Cell design and demonstrates its deployment in 5G private networks for flexible, high-performance wireless coverage in challenging environments.

Findings

Mobile Cell extends 5G coverage on-demand.

MC operates in licensed spectrum to reduce interference.

Improves QoS over Wi-Fi and wired solutions in seaports.

Abstract

This paper proposes the Mobile Cell (MC) concept for on-demand 5G private networks. The MC is designed to extend, restore, and reinforce 5G wireless coverage and network capacity on-demand, especially in areas with temporary communications needs or where it is costly or not possible to deploy a permanent fixed infrastructure. The design of the MC as well as the development, integration, and deployment in 5G private networks are discussed. The Mobile Cell concept can be applied in multiple real-world environments, including seaports and application scenarios. Similarly to critical hubs in the global supply chain, seaports require reliable, high-performance wireless communications to increase efficiency and manage dynamic operations in real-time. Current communications solutions in seaports typically rely on Wi-Fi and wired-based technologies. Wired-based technologies lack the necessary flexibility for dynamic environments. Wi-Fi is susceptible to interference from other systems operating in the same frequency bands. An MC operating in a licensed, interference-free spectrum is a promising solution to overcome these limitations and provide improved Quality of Service when using the 5G technology.