LG Uplus announced that it has validated technology to maintain connectivity during network transitions in an AI-RAN (AI Radio Access Network) environment.
The validation was conducted by linking LG Uplus's 5G network with an AI-RAN testbed developed by Yonsei University, which is based on NVIDIA GPU technology. AI-RAN is a next-generation wireless network technology that uses AI to analyze and optimize network conditions in real time, allowing for efficient resource utilization and predicting potential declines in communication quality. It is considered a key technology for the upcoming 6G era.
Recently, physical AI technology, which enables AI to recognize and respond to its surroundings while performing tasks in real spaces, has gained prominence. Examples include robots and drones that can move and operate autonomously. These devices require stable connectivity as they switch between different networks when moving beyond specific areas like factories or logistics centers.
The two parties simulated scenarios where physical AI devices, such as robots and drones, transitioned from the AI-RAN testbed to the 5G network and vice versa. This confirmed that devices could automatically select the optimal network and maintain stable connections despite changes in wireless environments. The validation utilized the PM95 device from Point Mobile, a company specializing in industrial mobile devices.
However, the significance of this validation extends beyond just confirming the technology. LG Uplus plans to contribute to the development of the domestic AI-RAN ecosystem as a result of this demonstration. LG Uplus and Yonsei University will provide an environment for domestic small and medium-sized enterprises to test and validate AI-RAN-related technologies, which can also be used as a testbed for international expansion.
Both parties intend to continue joint research on network technologies necessary for next-generation AI-based services, as well as further validation of AI-RAN technology.
Lee Sang-hun, head of NW Advanced Development at LG Uplus, stated, "As physical AI technology advances, networks must also evolve to analyze their environments and provide optimal quality. LG Uplus will continuously enhance wireless network technology using AI to ensure stable connectivity and quality needed for future industrial services."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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