Remote control of drone and robot with 5G networks

Abstract

Due to the business and life-saving application of drones, drones are increasingly used today, requiring a robust communication system capable of real-time remote control and with a bandwidth high enough to support video streaming. 5G is one such communication system. However, current field tests indicate that 5G is not capable of delivering its promised latency and bandwidth. Research work is underway to improve the scheduling latency of the 5G network. However, the simulation software used does not support latency measurement or modeling of low-latency traffic, and there has been no field test conducted in Singapore. Therefore, this project implements three new features in the simulation software to support latency measurement and support low-latency traffic simulation. It also proposes a means of conducting a field test in Singapore in compliance with local regulations. Due to the time and budgetary constraints of this project, the field test, although planned, is not conducted. The results of the simulation tests also indicate that the new features are successfully implemented in the simulation software.