5G wireless network support using umanned aerial vehicles for rural and low-Income areas

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2020

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University of the Western Cape

Abstract

The fifth-generation mobile network (5G) is a new global wireless standard that enables state-of-the-art mobile networks with enhanced cellular broadband services that support a diversity of devices. Even with the current worldwide advanced state of broadband connectivity, most rural and low-income settings lack minimum Internet connectivity because there are no economic incentives from telecommunication providers to deploy wireless communication systems in these areas. Using a team of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to extend or solely supply the 5G coverage is a great opportunity for these zones to benefit from the advantages promised by this new communication technology. However, the deployment and applications of innovative technology in rural locations need extensive research.

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>Magister Scientiae - MSc

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Clustering, Low altitude platform, Energy efficiency, Unmanned aerial vehicles, Wireless sensor network

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