InterDigital and Anritsu Showcase Smart Factory Use Case for 5G Network Slicing and Multi-Access Edge Computing
June 17 2021 - 4:00AM
InterDigital, Inc. (NASDAQ:IDCC), a mobile and video technology
research and development company, today announced a collaborative
demonstration with Anritsu Corporation that showcases a smart
factory use case for 5G New Radio (NR) using network slicing and
multi-access edge computing (MEC) capabilities.
Utilizing InterDigital’s Intelligent Edge solution for smart
factories alongside the Anritsu Rapid Test Designer (RTD) and
MT8000A Radio Communication Test Station, which simulates a
Standalone (SA) mode 5G NR network, the demonstration proves the
benefit of network slicing and MEC for new business models and
industry innovations.
Network slicing is a feature of 5G that creates the ability to
allocate slices of a network for specific applications with
specific network requirements. Each slice is built to deliver
unique network performance required by each application, while
using the same physical infrastructure. Network slicing provides
greater flexibility to create and manage numerous virtual networks
tailored to different scenarios with unique requirements. MEC
shifts services otherwise hosted in a centralized cloud to the
network edge, which enables the network to analyze, process and
store data with reduced latency and improved performance for
high-bandwidth applications.
“We are pleased to work alongside Anritsu to reveal new use
cases and industry opportunities for 5G network slicing and MEC,”
said Henry Tirri, CTO, InterDigital. “This demonstration helps
outline the readiness of 5G and edge to support Industry 4.0 use
cases and the potential for further advancements.”
“Our collaboration with InterDigital enables the industry to
visualize the true potential of emerging technologies like 5G NR
Network slicing for real world applications,” said Mr. Jonathan
Borrill, Anritsu’s Head of Global Market Technology.
Demonstration Outline
InterDigital’s solution demonstrates the feasibility and
readiness of 5G and edge to support Industry 4.0 use cases and
establishes a benchmark of high performance to pave the way for
further advancements. The solution addresses the challenge in
enabling near-real time remote control of factory-side devices
based upon instantaneous analytics and decision-making in the
digital world at the edge. To support the multiple high bandwidth
and low latency data flows streaming from the physical factory to
the digital edge, InterDigital’s solution uses multiple slices
simultaneously provided by the 5G network and leverages an edge
platform integrated within the 5G network to enable ultra-fast
computing and reduce transport latency between the network and
applications.
The Anritsu Rapid Test Designer (RTD) is an integrated test
environment for the company’s range of signaling testers for 5G NR,
LTE, WCDMA, and GSM radio technologies. It enables mobile device
engineers to rapidly create tests and troubleshoot device and modem
issues early in the development cycle to save costs and reduce time
to market.
The Smart Factory Use Case for 5G Network Slicing and MEC demo
will be showcased at Mobile World Congress 2021 as part of
Anritsu’s virtual booth. When available, you may view the demo
here.
About InterDigital®
InterDigital develops mobile and video technologies that are at
the core of devices, networks, and services worldwide. We solve
many of the industry’s most critical and complex technical
challenges, inventing solutions for more efficient broadband
networks, better video delivery, and richer multimedia experiences
years ahead of market deployment. InterDigital has licenses and
strategic relationships with many of the world’s leading technology
companies. Founded in 1972, InterDigital is listed on NASDAQ and is
included in the S&P SmallCap 600® index.
InterDigital is a registered trademark of InterDigital, Inc.
For more information, visit: www.interdigital.com.
About Anritsu Anritsu
Corporation (www.anritsu.com), a global provider of innovative
communications test and measurement solutions for 125 years.
Anritsu’s philosophy engages customers as true partners to help
develop wireless, optical, microwave/RF, and digital solutions for
R&D, manufacturing, installation, and maintenance applications,
as well as multidimensional service assurance solutions for network
monitoring and optimization. Anritsu also provides precision
microwave/RF components, optical devices, and high-speed electrical
devices for communication products and systems. The company
develops advanced solutions for 5G, M2M, IoT, as well as other
emerging and legacy wireline and wireless communication markets.
With offices throughout the world, Anritsu has approximately 3,800
employees in over 90 countries.
InterDigital Contact:Roya StephensDirector of
Communications Email: Roya.Stephens@InterDigital.com+1 (202)
349-1714
Anritsu contact: |
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Eric Fauxpoint |
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Katie Yates |
Director - EMEA Business Development |
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Senior Account Manager |
Anritsu EMEA |
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Napier Partnership Limited |
Tel: +33 1 60 92 15 50 |
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Tel: +44 (0) 1243 531123 |
Eric.Fauxpoint@anritsu.com |
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Katie@napierb2b.com |
www.anritsu.com |
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