Enhanced 5G Coverage for Remotely Controlled Tower Crane

Overview

A 5G standalone private network using ASTRI’s 5G end-to-end solutions for remote control of tower cranes

Commercialisation opportunities

IP licensing, Technology co-development

Problem addressed

Enable remotely controlled tower crane via 5G network for enhancing tower crane operational safety and efficiency, to benefit the construction industry

Innovation

5G standalone private network trial providing a trial site coverage, and field testing and network performance analysis
Enable 5G-based remotely controlled tower crane
Establish multi-hop wireless links to enable remote control of tower cranes that are not under 5G coverage

Key impact

Improve Safety: Reduce the risk of accidents and enhances safety
Enables Smart Management: 5G connectivity enables remote control of heavy machinery
Improve Workers’ Environment: Workers no need to operate cranes at high altitudes
Adoption of Advanced Technologies: Drives the adoption of IoT, AI, and machine learning in the construction sector

Award