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Measurement and Analysis of 4G/5G Mobile Signal Coverage in a Heavy Industry Environment
Ladislav Polak1, Jan Kufa1, Roman Sotner1
1Department of Radio Electronics, Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Communication, Brno University of Technology, Technicka 3082/12, 616 00 Brno, Czech Republic.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|April 27, 2024
Summary
This study evaluated 4G and 5G mobile signal performance in a complex factory, finding that heavy industry environments and time of day significantly impact network load and connectivity.
Area of Science:
- Industrial IoT and Wireless Communication
- Manufacturing Technology and Automation
Background:
- Industry 4.0 necessitates robust wireless connectivity for efficient manufacturing.
- Heavy industrial environments pose unique challenges for mobile signal propagation and stability.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the performance of 4G and 5G mobile signal coverage within a complex factory setting.
- To analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for both downlink and upload data transmission.
- To provide a reproducible dataset for future research on industrial wireless networks.
Main Methods:
- Developed a cost-effective, portable measurement setup for long-term data collection.
- Conducted extensive measurement campaigns within a factory environment.
- Monitored and recorded critical KPIs for 4G/5G network performance.
Main Results:
- 4G and 5G performance is demonstrably affected by the physical characteristics of heavy industry.
- Network load, influenced by the time of day, significantly impacts signal performance.
- Variability in signal quality and data transmission rates was observed.
Conclusions:
- Stable mobile connectivity in industrial settings requires careful planning and consideration of environmental factors.
- Understanding the interplay between industrial environments, network load, and wireless performance is crucial for Industry 4.0.
- The publicly available dataset supports further research and development in industrial wireless communication.
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