Drones And Robotics Operations And Demos with Nokia
Tamimi April 01, 2021 [Professional] #Drone #Robots #Drone Delivery #platform #indropilot #BVLOS #UAV #5G #Cellular #Autonomy #ground station #SAR #ISRvid1: One of the Nokia demos, my teammate was the pilot and I was the VO for that operation.
Introduction
These projects were not aimed at building or integrating solutions to achieve specific goals. Instead, they served as demonstrations by Nokia and/or Invest Ottawa1 for their clients. Our primary focus during these demonstrations was on the drone/UAV aspects, including mission planning, flight operations, and overall management.
Img1: The Nokia cellular drone in the field
Brief background on Nokia infrastructure in AreaXO
AreaXO2, the testing and operation facility provided by Invest Ottawa, features Nokia infrastructure that supports various operations, testing, and further research. The Nokia private cellular network is available in two main forms: LTE and 5G.
Mobile Command Center (aka the Van)
he Mobile Command Center is designed for mobile operations in the field, providing flexibility where deployment is needed.
Img2: The Nokia Mobile Command Center
MOC LTE
| -- | Frequency | Bandwidth |
|---|---|---|
| gNB126 n78 TDD (3700) | RMOD1 3679.90 - 3699.90MHz RMOD2 3654.90 - 3674.90MHz | 20MHz |
| eNB32/33 B14 (700 PS) | DL 758 - 768MHz UL 788 - 798MHz | 10MHz |
Img3: The Nokia MOC LTE Cellular network architecture
MOC 5G (Stand Alone SA)
| -- | Frequency | Bandwidth |
|---|---|---|
| gNB126 n78 TDD (3700) | 3419.99-3479.99MHz | 60MHz |
Img4: The Nokia MOC 5G Cellular network architecture
Img5: NOKIA MOC Control Panel
The Fixed Site Tower
Located atop the facility building, the fixed tower offers two primary lobes for the cellular network.
Fixed LTE
| -- | Frequency | Bandwidth |
|---|---|---|
| eNB 36 B43 (3700) - TDD | 3679.90- 3689.90MHz | 20MHz |
| eNB32/33 B14 (700 PS) | DL 758 - 768MHz UL 788 - 798MHz | 10MHz |
| eNB 36 B7 (2600) | DL 2645 - 2665MHz UL 2525 - 2545MHz | 20MHz |
Img6: The Nokia fixed site LTE Cellular network architecture
Fixed 5G (Non-Stand Alone NSA)
| -- | Frequency | Bandwidth |
|---|---|---|
| 409552 n260 TDD (39GHz) | 39100-39200MHz | 100MHz |
| gNB126 n78 TDD (3700) | 3419.99-3479.99MHz | 60MHz |
Img7: The Nokia fixed site 5G Cellular network architecture
Demos
The specific demos varied based on the client and mission requirements. While I won't delve into the details of each demo here, I'll provide a brief overview. Please note that I won't disclose any confidential information related to these demos. Instead, I'll share relevant media along with concise descriptions.
Img8/9: NOKIA cellular-enabled drone
Img10: The drone is equipped with different sensors like IR imagery for ISR operation. I was going through the checklist before the flight, and my teammate took that picture :)
vid2: One of the demos were we simulated a a search and rescue operation, where the drone used to find the rescuee (it was me btw) and then the UGV seen above used as a platform to transport the rescuee from the site.
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