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Network Slicing: Physical Infrastructure

Network slicing enables the creation of multiple virtual networks on a single physical infrastructure, allowing for customized services tailored to specific applications or customers. It offers cost efficiency, flexibility, and rapid deployment of services, with three main slice types: eMBB for high-speed applications, URLLC for ultra-reliable low latency communications, and mMTC for massive machine-type communications. Key technologies supporting network slicing include NFV, SDN, and cloud/edge computing.

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Network Slicing: Physical Infrastructure

Network slicing enables the creation of multiple virtual networks on a single physical infrastructure, allowing for customized services tailored to specific applications or customers. It offers cost efficiency, flexibility, and rapid deployment of services, with three main slice types: eMBB for high-speed applications, URLLC for ultra-reliable low latency communications, and mMTC for massive machine-type communications. Key technologies supporting network slicing include NFV, SDN, and cloud/edge computing.

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Network Slicing

The Future of Virtualised 5G Infrastructure

Network slicing is the process of creating multiple virtual networks on a single


shared physical infrastructure. Each "slice" is logically isolated and can be
customised to meet the specific requirements of a particular application, service, or
customer.

Conceptual Flow

Physical Infrastructure ➔ Virtual Slices ➔ Optimised


Services

Why It Matters

Cost Efficiency: Operators can run diverse services on the same set of hardware
equipment, significantly reducing Capital Expenditure (CAPEX).

Flexibility: Custom networks can be spun up or down dynamically to serve specific


temporal needs or geographic regions.

Speed: New services can be deployed in minutes through software configuration


rather than months of hardware installation.

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3 Main Slice Types

The 5G standard defines three primary categories of network slices, each designed
for a specific performance profile.

eMBB URLLC mMTC

Enhanced Mobile Ultra-Reliable Low Massive Machine Type


Broadband Latency

eMBB (Enhanced Mobile Broadband): High speed and massive capacity. This slice
is used for data-hungry applications like 4K/8K streaming, high-definition video
conferencing, and Augmented/Virtual Reality.

URLLC (Ultra-Reliable Low Latency Communications): Designed for mission-


critical tasks where delay cannot be tolerated. Applications include autonomous
vehicles, remote surgery, and industrial automation.

mMTC (Massive Machine Type Communications): Engineered to support a vast


number of devices (up to 1 million per sq km) sending small amounts of data.
Perfect for Smart City sensors and utility meters.

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How It Works - Technology Stack

Network slicing relies on a combination of advanced virtualisation technologies


working together to decouple software from hardware.

Key Technologies

1. NFV (Network Functions Virtualisation): Decouples network functions (like


firewalls or routers) from proprietary hardware, running them as software on
standard servers.
2. SDN (Software Defined Networking): Provides the "brain" or controller that
manages the flow of data across the virtual slices through software
commands.
3. Cloud & Edge Computing: Allows data processing to happen closer to the
user (at the Edge) for lower latency or in centralized data centers for scale.

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Real-World Examples

Consider a modern Smart Hospital. Instead of a one-size-fits-all Wi-Fi or cellular


connection, the hospital can use three distinct slices:

Hospital Use Case

mMTC Patient Monitoring: Connects thousands of wearable heart-rate


monitors and bed sensors. Data is small but constant.

eMBB Medical Records: Allows doctors to download huge 3D MRI scans


and high-res imaging instantly at the bedside.

URLLC Remote Surgery: Connects a specialist in another city to a surgical


robot with zero delay and a "never-fail" connection.

End of Document - Network Slicing Overview

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