Lattice ORAN small cell solution unlocks 5G potential
Lattice ORAN small cell solution unlocks 5G potential
Keywords: Lattice ORAN5G Source: Lattice
"5G technology will revolutionize the digital world with its ultra-high speed, extremely low latency and powerful ability to connect a large number of devices simultaneously.
Today, 5G deployment has made great progress, with extensive network coverage in urban areas, suburban and rural areas Regional coverage is also expanding.
However, due to huge differences between regions, achieving globally unified 5G coverage still requires continuous efforts. Challenges include: sparse coverage in rural and remote areas,
spectrum availability issues, expanding 5G Cost of coverage and power consumption issues, etc.”
5G technology will revolutionize the digital world with its ultra-high speed, extremely low latency and powerful ability to connect a large number of devices simultaneously.
Today, 5G deployment has made great progress, with extensive network coverage in urban areas and expanding coverage in suburban and rural areas. However, due to huge differences
between regions, achieving globally unified 5G coverage still requires continuous efforts. Challenges include: sparse coverage in rural and remote areas, spectrum availability issues,
cost and power consumption issues in expanding 5G coverage, etc. .
This is where small cells can come in, they can deliver 5G services where they are needed most, extending 5G to more areas and dramatically improving coverage.
As a result, 5G networks are becoming increasingly dependent on 5G small base stations, a trend that will continue to develop as more and more 5G small base stations
are deployed in a wide range of applications and infrastructure such as smart factories, smart cities, and smart cars.
The important role of small cells in the 5G era
Achieving high-speed, low-latency, and widespread 5G connectivity relies heavily on the deployment of small cells because they are installed in a more distributed manner than
traditional network infrastructure and large cell towers while providing interconnection, high-speed capacity and low cost.
Small cells are critical to delivering the high-capacity, low-latency connectivity needed for factory automation, smart cities and autonomous vehicles.
They can deploy 5G infrastructure more granularly, ensuring coverage extends to areas that need it most – whether in factories, sprawling cities, along busy highways,
or in remote areas and rural areas. By delivering targeted coverage and capacity, small cell networks are able to meet the specific needs of different environments and applications, extending 5G coverage and benefits to places where macrocell deployments are not cost-effective or difficult to deploy.
Additionally, small cells facilitate more efficient use of spectrum through spatial and frequency reuse, enabling the dense network deployment required for large-scale device
connectivity for IoT. They also support 5G’s network slicing function, which can create multiple virtual networks with different characteristics to meet the specific needs
of various applications, ensuring that each use case can obtain the required network performance.
From macro stations to flying stations: Exploring the spectrum of wireless telecommunications base stations
The architecture of wireless communication networks is based on various base station types, each with different coverage and capacity. At the broadest level,
macro base stations are the backbone of cellular networks. Equipped with high-power transmitters, they have wide coverage and are able to span large geographical areas
and form the backbone of the network.
To achieve finer network granularity and performance efficiency, small cells focus on specific areas where enhanced coverage or capacity is needed.
This class of base stations consists of a range of types, each designed for specific environments and uses:
• Microcell base stations (microcells) are deployed outdoors in cities where user density is high and macro base stations are unnecessary or difficult to cover a large area.
They fill the gaps between macro base stations, ensuring continuous coverage in busy cities.
• Picocells are an ideal solution for indoor spaces such as offices, shopping malls and airports. They provide high-capacity coverage in tight areas,
overcoming limitations of building materials on signal transmission.
• Femtocells meet hyperlocal needs and provide coverage for small businesses or residential locations. Their deployment is typically user-led, focusing on enhancing connectivity
in specific rooms or small buildings.
From the broad coverage of macro cells to the fixed-point coverage of femtocells, this layered architecture of cellular networks allows wireless networks to provide
seamless connectivity to meet the different requirements of outdoor and indoor environments from urban to rural areas. By strategically deploying these different types of networks,
telecom operators can meet the specific connectivity needs of different regions and ensure efficient and comprehensive network coverage.
Lattice’s innovations in ORAN
The telecom-focused Lattice ORAN™ solution collection, first launched in 2022, helps enable and accelerate the deployment of secure, adaptable open radio access networks
(ORAN or Open RAN).
Lattice ORAN is designed to help "protect the line" by providing a zero-trust solution for disaggregated ORAN networks. Additionally, it includes the first Secure1588 Precision
Time Protocol (PTP) stack with mutual authentication capabilities, where precise timing and synchronization are critical in open and deaggregated networks in the 5G/O-RAN framework.
The solution not only achieves IEEE/ITU standard Class C performance, but also has embedded security features to protect the signaling plane.
Today Lattice continues its commitment to innovation in the ORAN field by releasing new features and capabilities for its next-generation small cell solutions in the latest version
of its ORAN solution collection (version 1.2). This version features the Lattice CertusPro-NX™ FPGA, which features faster SERDES and logic elements, enabling PCIe® Gen 3 to
JESD204B bridging and frame time control to ensure smooth, smooth communication between the baseband modem and radio frequency (RF) front-end. Low power acceleration
And integration. Our solutions are suitable for all types of RF front-ends. The new application reference design included with this release includes an NXP baseband modem
and ADI RF front end. In addition, the solution leverages Lattice's Radiant® and Lattice Propel™ programming tools.
The Lattice ORAN solution set is based on Lattice's secure, low-power FPGAs, whose low power consumption and small size can significantly reduce telecom operators'
bill of materials (BOM) costs. Not only does this provide direct savings on energy usage costs, it also simplifies installation and maintenance, especially in challenging environments
where space is at a premium. Lattice works diligently on security to ensure that small cell networks are not only cost-effective and efficient, but also resistant to potential
cybersecurity threats. This combination of low power, small form factor and embedded security makes Lattice a key enabler of widespread deployment of small cells, enabling
the growth of 5G networks while optimizing operating costs.
Unleashing the full potential of 5G
Small cell networks are integral to unlocking the potential of 5G, providing the necessary infrastructure to support the network's high-speed, high-capacity needs.
Through continued innovation in the Lattice ORAN solution set, Lattice is making small cell deployment more efficient and flexible, paving the way
for a fully connected future for industrial, automotive, computing and consumer IoT applications. As we continue our 5G journey, the development and integration
of small cell technology will be key to enabling widespread, reliable connectivity for the next generation of digital services.
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