role of 5g technology in realizing a smart city

Mehrnaz Soltani Tehrani¹

1) Master of Urban Planning, Islamic Azad University, South Tehran Branch:

محل انتشار : هشتمین کنگره سالانه بین المللی عمران، معماری و توسعه شهری(8icsau.ir)
چکیده :
The deployment of 5G technology in smart cities has the potential to transform the way cities operate, making them more efficient, sustainable, and livable. However, its deployment is not without challenges. This paper explores the key technical, ethical, and regulatory challenges associated with the implementation of 5G in smart cities and identifies potential future directions for research and development. The technical challenges associated with the deployment of 5G in smart cities are numerous and complex. One of the most significant challenges is the need for a denser network of small cells to support the high data rates and low latency offered by 5G technology. Additionally, the use of higher frequency bands for 5G requires careful consideration of issues such as line-of-sight and the potential for interference from other devices. The need to develop new technologies and standards for devices and applications that are compatible with 5G networks is also a challenge. The ethical and privacy concerns associated with the use of 5G in smart cities include data privacy and security, surveillance, and data ownership. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) algorithms raises ethical concerns about bias and discrimination, as well as transparency and accountability in decision-making. The development of 5G technology and its implementation in smart cities also raises issues related to standardization and interoperability. With a wide range of devices and applications being developed for use in smart cities, it is important to ensure that they are interoperable and can work together seamlessly. Standardization is essential to ensure that devices and applications are compatible with each other and can communicate effectively. To fully realize the potential benefits of 5G in smart cities, ongoing investment in research and development is essential. This includes the development of new technologies and standards to support the use of 5G in smart cities, as well as the development of new applications and services that can leverage the capabilities of 5G. There is also a need for ongoing research to address the ethical and regulatory challenges associated with the deployment of 5G in smart cities. In conclusion, the deployment of 5G technology in smart cities has the potential to transform cities and make them more efficient, sustainable, and livable. However, its deployment is not without challenges, and ongoing investment in research and development and collaboration between different stakeholders is necessary to fully realize its potential.
کلمات کلیدی : 5G, smart cities, technology, challenges, technical challenges, ethical concerns, privacy concerns, standardization, interoperability, research and development.