Bandung, Indonesia – February 20th, 2023 – The xG Research Center of Use Cases and Applications (“xG Research Center“) today announced its strategic research focus on 5G applications for key vertical industries: smart mining, smart warehouse, and smart campus. This decision reflects the Center’s commitment to aligning its research objectives with the latest industry trends and contributing to Indonesia’s digital transformation.

5G-to-Business: Powering the Future of Industry

5G-to-Business (5G-to-B) refers to the application of 5G technology to enhance and transform various industry sectors. By providing high bandwidth, low latency, and massive connectivity, 5G enables innovative solutions that improve efficiency, productivity, and safety across a range of industries.

The xG Research Center recognizes the transformative potential of 5G-to-B and has identified smart mining, smart warehouse, and smart campus as key areas for research and development. These sectors represent significant opportunities for 5G to drive innovation and economic growth in Indonesia.

Focus Areas and Use Case Development

Based on the latest developments in vertical industries and telecommunications technology, the xG Research Center will focus on the following use cases:

• Drone Inspection: Utilizing 5G-connected drones for efficient and safe inspections in mining environments, warehouses, and large campus areas.
• 5G-Accessed AR/VR Content: Leveraging 5G’s high bandwidth and low latency to deliver immersive AR/VR experiences for training, maintenance, and remote collaboration in these sectors.
• Smart Environmental Surveillance: Deploying 5G-enabled sensors and monitoring systems to enhance environmental safety and sustainability in mining operations, warehouse logistics, and campus facilities.

These use cases will be developed with a focus on defining the specific network parameters required for successful implementation in each vertical industry. This research will contribute to the development of 5G networks that are tailored to the unique needs of these sectors.

Focus Areas and Use Case Development

Bridging the Gap Between Technology and Industry Needs

By developing these use cases and defining the corresponding network parameters, the xG Research Center aims to bridge the gap between 5G technology and the specific requirements of vertical industries. This will pave the way for the successful deployment of 5G networks that can truly transform these sectors and contribute to Indonesia’s economic growth.

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.