Solution
The 5G-BECOME project employs a 5G StandAlone (SA) network architecture that combines local breakout capabilities with edge computing. This network is deployed across the NTUA campus encompassing both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoor deployments are optimised for XR-assisted classrooms, supporting immersive learning experiences for disciplines such as Mechanical and Civil Engineering. These setups ensure low latency, high-bandwidth connectivity to meet the demanding requirements of Extended Reality (XR) applications.
Meanwhile, outdoor deployments provide campus-wide 5G coverage, robustly supporting automotive use cases. Advanced network features, such as Network Slicing and Network Exposure Functions (NEF), are utilised to meet the stringent requirements of Connected Automated Mobility (CAM) applications. The 5G-BECOME platform also integrates Digital Twins technology with custom-built vehicle On-Board Units (OBUs) and IoT devices. These components collect sensor data, such as Lidar, camera feeds, and location information, to create a dynamic digital representation of a test vehicle’s environment. This enables real-time monitoring and AI-assisted analytics, tailored, but not limited, to automotive applications.
Designed as a collaborative ecosystem, the platform fosters collaboration between stakeholders from academia, industry, and research institutions. By leveraging open standards, APIs, and standardised protocols, it ensures seamless data sharing and interoperability. This approach accelerates joint research and development, and validation of innovative solutions across educational and automotive applications, maximising the impact of 5G advancements.
The 5G-BECOME project redefines the integration of digital technologies merging immersive XR, high-speed low latency 5G connectivity, and edge computing into a single cohesive platform. Rather than treating these technologies as separate elements, the project unifies real-time, interactive learning experiences and the rapid prototyping of CAM applications. Additionally, by facilitating access to advanced networking features, such as network programmability Digital Twins and AI, 5G-BECOME sets a new benchmark for technological innovation. This approach empowers stakeholders to address collaboratively develop cutting-edge solutions that address complex, real-world challenges with agility and precision.
Good practices and expected benefits
The 5G-BECOME project showcases innovative good practices that can be replicated in future public services, education, and research initiatives. It employs a cutting-edge 5G SA network architecture with local breakout and edge computing capabilities, demonstrating a scalable model for high-performance digital
infrastructure.
The multidisciplinary consortium—bringing together public institutions such as NTUA, private technology partners like FifthIngenium, and telco entities committed to services of general interest—illustrates a collaborative approach that blends new financing modalities with novel work methods. This partnership model not only enhances the project’s impact but also serves as a blueprint for future projects seeking to drive digital transformation through innovative technology and cross-sector collaboration. Indicative examples include, for instance, the SNS JU funding research and innovation proposals aimed at strengthening Europe’s industrial position in the global smart networks and services value chain.
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