Leveraging 5G and Advanced Network Technologies for Enhanced Smart Grid and Autonomous Systems

Abstract

The integration of 5G networks and advanced network technologies has revolutionized various domains, including smart grids, autonomous navigation, and robot-assisted surgeries. This paper explores the critical role of 5G-enabled communication protocols in enhancing the reliability, security, and efficiency of smart grid systems, autonomous vehicles, and remote healthcare services. The study delves into predictive maintenance strategies supported by big data analytics and the placement of virtual network functions (VNFs) to optimize network costs in both urban and rural settings. Furthermore, the paper addresses the implementation of hybrid communication strategies involving vehicle-to-everything (V2X) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to improve traffic monitoring and road condition assessments. By synthesizing findings from various studies, this paper provides a comprehensive overview of the current state and future directions for leveraging 5G technologies in critical applications. It identifies challenges such as security vulnerabilities, high costs, and deployment issues, offering insights into the latest solutions that harness multi-source data fusion, predictive analytics, and advanced authentication mechanisms. The study underscores the importance of strategic integration of these technologies to foster smarter, safer, and more efficient systems in different sectors.