DISRUPTIVE TECH
Use cases from imaging
Businesses will have different requirements of SAR imaging depending on the services they intend to offer
Rakesh Lakhani , Head of Networks Solutions , Ericsson
Middle East and Africa
From faster Internet to resilient Internet
We are on the brink of a significant upgrade , 5G Advanced has the power to do more than just improve personal device speeds ; it aims to make networks smarter , more efficient and more responsive to real-world needs in ways that could impact everyone . We are progressing towards programmable networks .
One of the most noticeable changes with 5G Advanced is more reliable network performance , especially during heavy workloads . Real-time AI-powered automation automatically monitors and manages the network , responding to demand changes and optimising performance on the fly .
Along with radio access network , which allows networks to manage multiple services at the same time , while maintaining quality for each , this will provide smoother and more reliable connectivity for everyone during busy periods .
Where a standard 5G network may struggle with a stadium full of people posting and streaming , 5G Advanced is equipped to handle the massive uptick of bandwidth demand without compromise . That is where advanced performance features enable more coverage and capacity in the most traffic-loaded scenarios .
Another benefit of 5G Advanced is outdoor positioning . This allows providers and enterprises to introduce location-based services with or without GPS using 5G standalone architecture , which can fill in the gaps of GPS and provide reliable and accurate location services .
It can support navigation in tunnels , where it would otherwise falter , enabling emergency services to quickly pinpoint people in distress , or allow courier companies to keep track of their packages and streamline logistics . With 5G Advanced , critical services , such as emergency response systems , can remain fully operational in any environment .
5G Advanced also increases energy efficiency for both the infrastructure and consumer devices by optimising power use across the network . On the consumer side , 5G Advanced requires less power-hungry devices . It allows service providers to enhance battery performance of any 5G device . The success of 5G Advanced will not be measured by download speeds but by the way it enhances the quality of everyday life . As 5G Advanced rolls out , the conversation should shift from faster Internet to resilient infrastructure . and the needs of their clients . By providing a wide range of imaging modes , SAR data can be used for a range of use cases , with the aim of unlocking the full potential of the technology as an engine for innovation and growth .
The Dwell Precise mode provides the industry ’ s highest fidelity imaging at 25 cm , enabling businesses to extract as much information as possible from a single image . Other modes include Spot , for high resolution images across the latest available scene size ; Strip , for monitoring changes over time ; and Scan , for acquiring wide coverage imagery for maritime use cases .
The commercial opportunities for these more advanced Earth observation capabilities are significant and extend across multiple sectors . By providing detailed , regular updates of land use and surface changes , SAR data can assist in urban planning and infrastructure development .
Companies can create solutions that help monitor construction progress , manage traffic flows , and plan future urban expansions more effectively . This has huge potential given the rapid urbanisation being experienced in the Middle East and the move toward smart cities .
Insurance companies will also be able to innovate through SAR data , as the intelligence can be used by them to assess risks and damage to properties from natural disasters or environmental changes , to more accurate policy pricing and faster claims processing . This sector can leverage SAR data to innovate in product offerings and risk assessment methodologies .
Given the extensive coastline in the Middle East , maritime and shipping companies will also be able to benefit from the technology . For instance , SAR satellites provide the ability to track vessels and detect oil spills in all weather conditions . Companies can develop services that enhance maritime safety , optimise shipping routes , and provide critical data for logistics planning .
SAR data will also play a significant role in improving the environment in the Middle East and will fuel a market for compliance monitoring services and environmental impact assessments .
Thanks to granular imaging and the ability to monitor change , SAR imaging can help organisations to monitor desertification and track water levels , offering a tool to keep on top of environmental regulations . p
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