5G Use Case Test Lab
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5G Use Case Test Lab

Context: The Union Minister for Coal and Mines inaugurated the 5G Use Case Test Lab at the Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDI) in Ranchi.

About 5G Use Case Test Lab

  • The 5G Use Case Lab at CMPDI represents a lab-scale representation of an Industry 5G Private Network, tailored for the coal mining industry.
  • It will serve as a testing and development hub for integrating 5G Radio and Core technologies with 5G-enabled devices.
  • The lab will support Edge/Cloud Enterprise IT/OT applications and equipment.
  • It will play a key role in supporting projects and digital transformation in the coal industry.
  • It will serve as a hub for developing and testing 5G applications to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability in coal mining.

Purpose and Significance of the 5G Use Case Test Lab:

  • The 5G Use Case Test Lab aims to develop, test, and adapt innovative 5G applications for the coal mining industry.
  • CMPDI, nominated as the Centre of Excellence (COE), will play a key role in advancing the coal sector’s digital transformation.
  • The lab will support Industry 4.0 projects, integrating 5G devices, sensors, and applications to optimize mining operations.

Key Objectives of the 5G Test Lab:

  1. Testing and Development of 5G Use Cases: The lab will test and develop 5G applications, including voice, video, and data communication, and integrate Internet of Things (IIoT) sensors for vehicle management and predictive maintenance.
  2. Scalable and Replicable Model: It aims to create a scalable Industry 5G private network, integrating 5G Radio and Core systems with Edge/Cloud IT/OT applications.
  3. Exploration of Advanced Applications: The lab will focus on developing next-generation use cases such as Mines Digital Twin, Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), Augmented Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR) to enhance field operations and productivity within the coal industry.

Technological and Operational Impact:

  • The lab will provide high-speed, low-latency connectivity for mission-critical applications like smart mining, predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, and remote vehicle management.
  • IIoT applications such as surveillance cameras, sensor-integrated machines, and automated machinery will be integrated.
  • A private 5G network within Coal India Limited (CIL) will enable real-time data exchange, improving decision-making and operational efficiency.
  • The use of a private 5G network ensures data security and privacy within CIL’s infrastructure.
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