Selecting the Right Supplies for Powering 5G Base Stations
These tools simplify the task of selecting the right power management solutions for these devices and, thereby, provide an optimal power solution for 5G base stations components.
Small cells are a new part of the 5G platform that increase network capacity and speed, while also having a lower deployment cost than macrocells. The compact size of a small cell requires that all components – especially power converters – provide high eficiency, better thermals and eventually the best power density possible.
This restricts the potential use of the power models, as their validity and accuracy remain unclear. Future work includes the further development of the power consumption models to form a unified evaluation framework that enables the quantification and optimization of energy consumption and energy efficiency of 5G networks.
Often referred to as the brain center, this includes: Baseband Unit (BBU): Handles baseband signal processing. Remote Radio Unit (RRU): Converts signals to radio frequencies for transmission. Active Antenna Unit (AAU): Integrates RRU and antenna for 5G-era efficiency. 2. Power Supply System
The further completion of the map of power models (Fig. 2) and systematization of their features as well as the comparison is also part of the future work. Lastly, the aspects of computing (network function virtualization) and functional split options of the RAN need to be considered for 5G networks as well.
PDF version includes complete article with source references.
Get technical specifications, application guides, and ROI analysis tools for containerized power stations, portable photovoltaic containers, and microgrid energy storage solutions.
18 Industrial Park Road, Midrand
Johannesburg, South Africa 1685
Sales & General: +27 11 568 3400
Technical Support: +27 82 459 7781
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM SAST
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM SAST