Summary:5G Light Pole and Smart Cities
The 5G Light Pole is a wireless technology being tested by the FCC in test markets. As the FCC looks to comp...
5G Light Pole and Smart Cities
The 5G Light Pole is a wireless technology being tested by the FCC in test markets. As the FCC looks to compete globally, it is pursuing this technology at a rapid pace. However, there are concerns about the safety of 5G light poles, especially when placed in public places like parks and residential neighborhoods. Despite the fact that the FCC has endorsed the use of 5G light poles in test markets, there are still no health studies on the effects that the technology will have on people. The city of Los Angeles has also not conducted any studies. As a result, it is relying on research gathered under the Telecommunications Act 1996.
At the same time, the development of new technologies for the 5G network will also bring new capabilities for smart cities. One of the most promising innovations is the use of small cells on smart light poles, which can act as a 5G access point and a platform for multiple sensors, enabling new localized city services. The Ningbo Liaoyuan Municipal Engineering Co., Ltd.5G project developed a smart light pole solution for this purpose.
The 5G Light Pole is designed with a unique structure that incorporates both 5G small cells and the traditional streetlight. This innovative technology has a 12-inch diameter, which is large enough to fit all of the wireless small cell electronics within the pole. At the same time, it is flexible enough to support multiple carriers, including smaller ones.
Light Poles are supporting structures for the 5G radio units, and their antennas are designed to facilitate the smooth flow of signals from one unit to the next. As a result, the latency of the network is less than 1 millisecond. As a result, data cannot be brought too far away from the network for processing, and hence small data centers are needed near the 5G network.
The new 5G Light Pole will incorporate multiple sensors and small cells to build an eco-system that will provide value and efficiency. In addition to this, it will also generate a revenue stream. By adding a 5G network to light poles, cities can make use of this innovative technology to improve safety and security.
The 5G Light Pole will be a vital component of smart cities. The baseband unit will process the signal from the radio unit and send it to the mobile network. In traditional installations, the baseband unit is located in a small cabinet under the mast. However, in the case of 5G Light Poles, this unit must be placed near the bottom of the light pole. A bench or other solution can conceal the antenna.
The 5G Light Pole will also be important for the development of 5G networks. It will require specialized radio and edge computing vendors to provide 5G connectivity. It is important that the 5G Light Pole is designed for easy deployment and management.
Data table of multifunctional integrated pole
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Name
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Max. Bot A/F （mm）
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Max. Top A/F （mm）
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THK(mm)
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Hight(mm)
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Remarks
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Micro pole
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160
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160
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4
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2.5-6.0
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Octagonal
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Micro pole
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160
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160
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5
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2.5-6.0
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Octagonal
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Lighting pole
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240
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240
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4
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2.5-6.5
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12-sided
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Lighting pole
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240
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240
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5
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3.5-7.0
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12-sided
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Single arm pole
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270
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240
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5
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5.5-7.0
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12-sided
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Single arm pole
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270
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240
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6
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5.5-7.0
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12-sided
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Multi arm pole
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270
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240
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8
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5.5-7.0
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12-sided
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Multi arm pole
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270
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240
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10
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5.5-7.0
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12-sided
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Double arm pole
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290
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240
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6
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6.5-8.0
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12-sided
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Double arm pole
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290
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240
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8
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6.5-8.0
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12-sided
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Double arm pole
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290
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240
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10
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6.5-8.0
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12-sided
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Triple arm pole
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310
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240
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8
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6.5-S.5
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12-sided
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Triple arm pole
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310
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240
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10
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6.5-8.S
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12-sided
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Triple arm pole
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310
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240
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12
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6-5 -8.5
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12-sided
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