Revolutionising Connectivity for a Data-Driven Future

By 2028, global data generated is expected to reach a staggering 393.9 zettabytes^[1], driven by AI’s growing advancement and adoption. This exponential growth in data volume is compelling businesses to seek unified Wi-Fi and cellular solutions to support critical real-time applications and prepare their networks for next-generation technologies.

Reliable and seamless connectivity is no longer a luxury but a necessity for critical operations in an increasingly connected ecosystem.  With this in mind, we developed the 5G System-on-Chip Small Cell (5G SC-250), an industry first to incorporate 5G and Wi-Fi 7 capabilities for end-to-end connectivity.

Our Innovation Journey

Our innovation journey to develop the 5G SC-250 began with a clear vision: to create a unified Wi-Fi and cellular solution capable of handling high data volumes and enabling critical operations in real time. We aim to simplify deployment by eliminating the need for separate hardware for each network, reducing costs for customers.

We went through multiple prototypes, rigorously tested it in various environments, focusing on speed, coverage, and energy efficiency. These tests included real-world stress tests, where the system was subjected to high data volumes, fluctuating network conditions, and extreme user load scenarios. We also conducted interoperability tests to confirm that our 5G SC-250 would seamlessly integrate with existing Wi-Fi 7 and 5G networks. This step was crucial in ensuring that businesses could adopt the solution without disruption to their current infrastructure. Additionally, AI analytics were incorporated to optimise network performance in real-time, automatically managing power, interference, and device connections.

Enabling Robotic Telesurgeries

Robotic telesurgeries require ultra-low latency and highly reliable connectivity to ensure that the surgeon’s commands are transmitted instantly, without delay. Even the slightest lag in communication can have serious consequences, especially in critical or complex procedures. The process involves transmitting high-resolution video, real-time patient data, and robotic feedback, all of which demand substantial bandwidth. 

Our 5G SC-250 enables seamless and uninterrupted connectivity, ensuring that all these requirements are met. For example, during a robotic telesurgery, the 5G SC-250 ensures that high-definition video of the surgical site is transmitted without interruption, while simultaneously relaying real-time patient data such as vital signs. It also facilitates immediate feedback from the robotic systems, allowing the surgeon to make precise adjustments in real time. 

While 5G is highly capable of supporting high-definition video and high-speed connections, Wi-Fi plays a crucial role in complementing 5G by enabling additional IoT-enabled devices that support surgery and patient monitoring. Non-5G enabled devices like smart beds, wearable health monitors, and connected medical equipment can rely on Wi-Fi to operate effectively. Our 5G SC-250’s dual connectivity approach ensures a robust and reliable network environment where both 5G and Wi-Fi work together to handle critical communications and monitoring tasks, minimising the risk of connectivity disruptions. 

Advancing Digital Factories

In a digital factory, operations involve complex machinery, sensors, robotics, and automated systems that rely on constant, high-bandwidth communication to function efficiently. These systems generate massive amounts of data that need to be transmitted in real time to optimise production, monitor machine performance, and ensure operational safety. However, a common challenge arises when assets, such as forklifts or automated guided vehicles (AGV), move out of the Wi-Fi coverage range, causing potential disruptions in communication. 

With our 5G SC-250, manufacturers can overcome this challenge by ensuring seamless connectivity between Wi-Fi and 5G networks. For example, when an AGV moves out of the Wi-Fi range and enters a 5G coverage area, the 5G SC-250 enables a smooth handover, ensuring continuous, low-latency communication with the central control system. This uninterrupted data flow allows the AGV to continue its task without delay, even when transitioning across different network zones, ensuring that real-time data from sensors and operational commands are always transmitted efficiently.

Additionally, the integration of 5G SC-250 provides data redundancy and reliability. Even in instances of broader network coverage issues, 5G SC-250 ensure that operations are not disrupted. This layered connectivity enables critical factory functions to continue seamlessly, preventing potential downtime or delays on the factory floor. By leveraging the strengths of both 5G and Wi-Fi, the 5G SC-250 guarantees operational reliability and resilience in complex industrial environments.

In a world where connectivity is paramount, our 5G SC-250 is more than just a technological advancement – it is a solution designed to meet the demands of today and tomorrow. The 5G SC-250 is just one example of how we are shaping the future of connectivity, and we are committed to driving innovation for a connected, intelligent future

^[1] Worldwide IDC Global DataSphere Forecast, 2024-2028.