What is NB-IOT?

Narrowband Internet of things is a low-power wide-area network radio technology standard developed by 3GPP for cellular devices and services.

The specification was frozen in 3GPP Release 13, in June 2016. Other 3GPP IoT technologies include eMTC and EC-GSM-IoT.

NB-IoT significantly improves the power consumption of user devices, system capacity and spectrum efficiency, especially in deep coverage. ONE.

5G Overview

5G is the fifth generation of cellular network technology, offering higher speed, lower latency, and more efficient IoT connectivity compared to its predecessors.

How Does 5G Work?

5G operates across a broad spectrum of frequencies, using new radio technologies and advanced antenna techniques to deliver high-speed, low-latency connections.

Range and Speed

5G's speed can reach up to 10 Gbps in optimal conditions. The range depends on the specific frequency band used, with higher frequencies providing faster speeds but shorter ranges.

5G in Medical Devices

5G's improved capabilities over previous generations make it a promising technology for medical devices.

Advantages of 5G in Medical Devices

5G's high speeds, low latency, and large capacity make it suitable for real-time remote patient monitoring, telesurgery, and other critical medical applications.

Applications of 5G in Medical Devices

Telemedicine

5G's low latency and high bandwidth allow for high-quality video consultations and remote patient monitoring in real-time.

Surgical Robotics

5G could enable remote surgeries with surgical robots, providing low-latency control to surgeons.

Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT)

NB-IoT is a Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) radio technology standard that enables a wide range of cellular devices and services. It's suitable for devices transmitting small amounts of data over long periods.

New Radio (NR) and M2M Communication

NR is a standard for 5G wireless communication. NR in M2M communication facilitates high-speed, reliable data transmission between machines, benefiting applications like autonomous vehicles and smart factories.

Frequently Asked Questions about 5G, NB-IoT, and NR in Medical Devices

1. Is 5G secure for transferring medical data?

Yes, 5G incorporates robust security features that ensure the secure transmission of data.

2. What's the advantage of NB-IoT in healthcare?

NB-IoT can connect a large number of devices over a wide area with minimal power consumption, making it ideal for healthcare applications like patient monitoring.

3. How can 5G NR benefit M2M communication in healthcare?

5G NR can provide high-speed, reliable data transmission for M2M communication in healthcare, enabling real-time monitoring and control of medical devices.

4. What is the range of NB-IoT?

NB-IoT ensures interference-free reception in buildings and enables low-cost and area-wide networking of devices with low energy requirements, with a range of more than ten kilometers. The data transfer rate is up to 250 kbps, with a bandwidth of 180 kHz.

5. Does NB-IoT need a SIM card?

Yes, In order to get online with our 4G LTE-M/NB-IoT devices, you will require a SIM card that operates on these networks.