In-Building Solutions (IBS): A Crucial Element of the 5G Era
As mobile communication technologies continue to evolve, mobile networks have become an integral part of our daily lives, impacting us in ways we may not even notice. Amidst this evolution, In-Building Solutions (IBS) play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless and rapid connectivity in the 5G era.
Today, the number of mobile phone users worldwide surpasses the global population. Many individuals possess multiple mobile devices, and an array of digital products rely on internet connectivity, ranging from smart cars to smart home devices. The vision of an interconnected world, where everything is not only visible and tangible but also communicative, is swiftly transitioning from concept to reality.
With the rapid advancement of mobile broadband and the continual enhancement of personal mobile devices, users are growing increasingly reliant on broadband networks for their mobile needs. Data surveys reveal that during the 4G era, 70% of mobile data services occurred indoors, a figure predicted to exceed 80% in the 5G era.
A significant challenge arises with the advent of 5G technology: unlike its predecessors, such as 2G, 3G, and 4G, the higher spectrum utilized for 5G poses a greater hurdle for outdoor signals to penetrate indoor areas, even with augmented signal power. This transition to higher frequencies inherently makes it more difficult for signals to propagate through walls and buildings. Consequently, ensuring seamless connectivity indoors becomes increasingly complex. To address this challenge, the deployment of In-Building Solutions (IBS) and Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) is no longer merely a strategic option; it transforms into an essential necessity. These advanced solutions facilitate the distribution of wireless signals within structures, optimizing coverage and capacity to meet the escalating demands of indoor connectivity in the age of 5G.
Comba’s new ComFlex NG is designed to meet the challenges of increased mobile demand and provide unparalleled in-building coverage and capacity, including 5G support. Engineered with flexibility in mind, ComFlex NG is fully customizable, supporting multi-operator, multi-band operation and can be signal fed via off-air for instant coverage or POI (Point-Of-Interface) cards to enable system capacity. ComFlex NG can do all of this while keeping the system design simple by utilizing the use of Active Antennas and a self-commissioning Master Unit and automatic antenna calibration for easy maintenance. To learn more on how ComFlex NG can bring enhanced wireless coverage for medium to large sized buildings as well as covering multiple buildings in a campus environment, click here to download our brochure or follow this link to read our newest ComFlex NG case study highlighting a cutting-edge electric car manufacturing plant in need of a robust wireless environment supporting both 4G and 5G.