STOCKHOLM, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Communications
service providers can now deploy mid-band 5G networks faster and on
a wider scale without adding to their site footprint, thanks to two
new Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) antenna-integrated radio (AIR)
solutions.
Hybrid AIR and Interleaved AIR are the latest additions to the
Ericsson Radio System portfolio, enhancing the company's 5G
platform.
Ericsson has recognized that physical space restrictions at some
base station sites are a challenge for communications service
providers wishing to extend their footprint to include 5G. The new
AIR solutions directly address this issue to enable communications
service providers to manage the growing complexity of macro sites
and towers while reducing site footprint and optimization
costs.
No extra physical space is needed at existing sites. When
deployed with Massive MIMO, communications service providers can
deploy mid-band 5G with the new solutions faster and on a larger
scale.
Per Narvinger, Head of Product Area Networks, Ericsson, says:
"It's a footprint issue. At some network sites, size literally is
everything. Communications service providers globally often have
limited possibilities to increase the space occupied by network
equipment. They need solutions that fit in existing sites and still
provide great performance. With the Hybrid AIR and Interleaved AIR
solutions, we can help our customers to quickly deliver the
benefits of 5G Massive MIMO to more end users. This launch also
shows the effectiveness of fully integrated Kathrein Mobile
Communication products in our Ericsson Radio System."
HOW IT WORKS
With Kathrein Mobile Communication antenna technology, Hybrid
AIR and Interleaved AIR can introduce 5G mid-band to existing sites
by combining antenna-integrated radios and multiband passive
antenna technology in one enclosure.
A simulated calculation by Ericsson experts showed that the
upgrade to Hybrid AIR or Interleaved AIR with Massive MIMO can
result in up to seven times greater mobile broadband capacity than
currently available from existing multiband antennas. The capacity
gains come from improved Frequency Division Duplex (FDD) spectral
efficiencies, new FDD bands and added Massive MIMO mid-bands. The
new AIR solutions also boost 4G capacity.
PARTNERING WITH SWISSCOM AND VODAFONE
Swisscom and the Vodafone Group are two longstanding Ericsson
partners who have worked with the company on the solutions.
Daniel Staub, Head of Mobile at
Swisscom, says: "At Swisscom, we have rolled out 5G technology
nationwide as the first provider in Europe. We reached 90 per cent population
coverage at the end of 2019 already. Close collaboration with
Ericsson and deploying the Hybrid AIR helped us to reach that goal.
We are now delivering wide mid-band capacity, while reusing
established sites and minimizing additional footprint. We continue
to work and innovate to bring the best end-user experience to our
5G subscribers."
Francisco Martin, Head of Radio
Products, Vodafone Group, says: "Ericsson and Vodafone have jointly
designed the Interleaved AIR antenna platform, a key enabler for
mid band 5G roll-outs as it supports legacy bands plus the new 5G
active antennas. This compact product saves space and simplifies
the infrastructure needed at mobile sites, reducing total cost of
ownership."
Watch the related live broadcast at 11.15 CEST, June 30, 2020.
NOTES TO EDITORS:
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