Bandung, Indonesia – June 18th, 2024 – The xG Research Center of Use Cases and Applications (“xG Research Center”) today announced a new research initiative focused on building a 5G network’s control center using publicly available components and rigorously examining its performance. Led by researchers Rifqi Ananda, Dr. Ing. Chairunnisa, S.T., M.T., and Dr. Ing. Eueung Mulyana, S.T., M.T., this project aims to provide a flexible and cost-effective platform for testing, analyzing, and ultimately advancing 5G network technology in Indonesia.

5G Testbed: A Powerful Tool for Innovation

Recognizing the rapid evolution of 5G technology, the xG Research Center is constructing a dedicated 5G testbed using publicly available components. This approach offers significant advantages:

• Cost-Effectiveness: Utilizing publicly available tools eliminates the need for expensive proprietary software, making 5G research and development more accessible to a wider range of institutions and developers.
• Flexibility and Customization: These platforms provide the flexibility to modify and adapt the network to specific research needs, enabling customized experimentation and analysis.
• Community Collaboration: Projects using publicly available components foster collaboration and knowledge sharing within the 5G community, accelerating innovation and driving the development of new technologies.

Building a 5G Control Center

This research focuses on building a comprehensive 5G control center within the testbed environment. This control center will enable researchers to:

• Monitor Network Performance: Track key performance indicators such as latency, throughput, and signal strength in real-time.
• Analyze Network Behavior: Study network traffic patterns, identify potential bottlenecks, and optimize network configurations.
• Test New Technologies: Experiment with new 5G features and functionalities in a controlled environment before deployment in real-world networks.
• Validate Network Security: Assess the security of the 5G network and identify potential vulnerabilities.

Benefits of 5G Research with Publicly Available Tools

By embracing publicly available solutions for 5G research, the xG Research Center aims to:

• Democratize 5G Development: Make 5G research and development more accessible to universities, research institutions, and developers in Indonesia.
• Accelerate 5G Innovation: Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing within the 5G ecosystem, driving the development of new applications and services.
• Contribute to 5G Deployment: Provide valuable insights and recommendations for optimizing 5G network deployment and management in Indonesia.

About the xG Research Center

The xG Research Center is a leading research facility dedicated to exploring the vast potential of current and future mobile network technologies. Established through a dynamic partnership between the School of Engineering and Informatics at Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) and PT Huawei Tech Investment, the Center focuses on developing innovative use cases and applications for 5G and beyond (xG), fostering collaboration between academia and industry to drive the advancement of mobile technology and its positive impact on society.