We have been doing a lot of research about telecommunications and computing. There are a lot
of topics within this topic itself and we are trying to narrow it down, but also not leave any stone
unturned. We have identified four areas right now that we have been researching: Quantum
Computing, 5G, Zero Touch, and Automated Reality.
of topics within this topic itself and we are trying to narrow it down, but also not leave any stone
unturned. We have identified four areas right now that we have been researching: Quantum
Computing, 5G, Zero Touch, and Automated Reality.
Quantum Computing
“Quantum computing has the potential to change the world and disrupt every industry by
providing the opportunity to solve critical problems that modern-day supercomputers just can’t
achieve”
Forecasting is difficult but needed – Why is it needed?
Can warn people of wild weather conditions such as snowstorms, hurricanes, -leads to minimal
impact – allows time for preparation
Quantum computing over super computers
Reduce loss of life + property damage
Weather forecasting- requires analyzing huge amounts of data containing several dynamic
variables, such as air temperature, pressure, and density that interact in a non-trivial way.
UK Met Office heavily invested in quantum computing
Quantum computing already in the works “IBM Research has collaborated with The Weather
Company, the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR), and the National
Centre for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in America to develop a rapidly-updating, storm-scale
model that could predict thunderstorms at a local level. Their model is the first to cover the entire
globe and will provide high-resolution forecasts even in the most underserved areas. It employs
IBM’s supercomputing technology and geographical processing units and, in the future, has the
potential to combine with quantum computing to help track and predict the meteorological
conditions in ways that classical supercomputers are unable to achieve.
Quantum has a bright future. Over the coming years, quantum computing has the potential to
fundamentally alter the world we live in by changing sectors including finance, pharmaceuticals,
artificial intelligence, and automobiles. Companies now are already using Quantum computing,
like Mercedes- Benz, Exxon Mobil, CERN, and Mitsubishi Chemical. These Companies are
working with IBM to help the environment.
For its electric vehicles, Mercedes-Benz is investigating quantum computing to develop stronger
batteries.
ExxonMobil is making use of quantum algorithms to find the fastest ways to transport clean fuel
throughout the globe.
Even Higher Education is looking into quantum computing. You have universities like Oxford,
Harvard University, MIT, and so many more are exploring quantum computing since technology
is our future. The future workforce will have new employment opportunities thanks to quantum
computing, which has extensive implications for higher education.
This technology will make it possible to accurately estimate both the expansion of the labor
market as a whole and the demand for skilled and knowledgeable individuals across all industries.
Machine learning will soon benefit from the unleashed power of quantum computing.
5th Generation (5G)
5G is meant to connect everyone and everything
Making things Faster, more efficient, or easier are the goals that come with
5G
5G is not by any means a finish product, but 6G is already in development
5G is supposed to be an upgrade off of its predecessor 4G, just like 6G will be
for 5G
However, 4G is still as present, in fact in 2021 4G technology occupied 58
percent of the market, whereas by 2025 that share is projected to decrease
to 55 percent
5G can support bandwidth than a 4G network, delivering up to 20 Gigabits-
per-second (Gbps) peak data rates and 100+ Megabits-per-second (Mbps)
average data rates. it can be relied upon for the exchange of vast amounts of
data in real-time.
We have talked about learning from the past, what history has told us?
Expect 5G to continue to expand and grow in market share, and do not
expect it to disappear when 6G arrives. They will co-exist, just like how 4G
and 5G do today. 4G will eventually phase out just like 3G has when 6G
arrives.
5G effect on different industries
5G is going to affect a lot of industries. The manufacturing industry is
one that could be transformed by 5G
5G will increase the capabilities and possibilities of "smart
manufacturing"
It Allows manufacturers to take advantage of technologies such as
automation, artificial intelligence, augmented reality for troubleshooting,
and the Internet of Things (IoT).
It can help with predictions, asset tracking and monitoring in factories
5G's reliable transmission of data in real time gives it the edge over
alternative wireless technologies
Based off a study conducted by the Manufacturers Institute, it is clear the industry
seems to be aware of the potential impact 5G can have on their industry.
Companies and manufacturers are looking forward to what 5G will deliver and how
it will enhance them as individuals but also the industry overall. 91% of
manufactures believe 5G connectivity will be important to the overall future of their
business. 82% believe 5G will enable new application. 79% of manufacturers
believe 5G will allow them to redesign their factory spaces and machines.
one that could be transformed by 5G
5G will increase the capabilities and possibilities of "smart
manufacturing"
It Allows manufacturers to take advantage of technologies such as
automation, artificial intelligence, augmented reality for troubleshooting,
and the Internet of Things (IoT).
It can help with predictions, asset tracking and monitoring in factories
5G's reliable transmission of data in real time gives it the edge over
alternative wireless technologies
Based off a study conducted by the Manufacturers Institute, it is clear the industry
seems to be aware of the potential impact 5G can have on their industry.
Companies and manufacturers are looking forward to what 5G will deliver and how
it will enhance them as individuals but also the industry overall. 91% of
manufactures believe 5G connectivity will be important to the overall future of their
business. 82% believe 5G will enable new application. 79% of manufacturers
believe 5G will allow them to redesign their factory spaces and machines.
The manufacturing industry is an industry that can be affected a lot but
5G will have a role or say in almost every industry as well.
For example, the agriculture industry is another example of an industry
that can be transformed too. “Smart Farming” could be the way forward
for the future.
5G will help enable autonomous tractors, the use of robotics in the field,
and overall data collection of crops and plants
5G can also help the healthcare industry and how technology is
leveraged within it.
Healthcare and Agriculture are two very different industries, but both are
big and important. 5G can make an impact on both of them thus
showing its importance.
5G will have a role or say in almost every industry as well.
For example, the agriculture industry is another example of an industry
that can be transformed too. “Smart Farming” could be the way forward
for the future.
5G will help enable autonomous tractors, the use of robotics in the field,
and overall data collection of crops and plants
5G can also help the healthcare industry and how technology is
leveraged within it.
Healthcare and Agriculture are two very different industries, but both are
big and important. 5G can make an impact on both of them thus
showing its importance.
Automated Reality (AR)
“Where are we now?”
Augmented Reality (in most cases) involves a digital overlay of visual, auditory, or other
sensory information onto the real world in order to enhance a user experience
One of the most popular uses of AR is currently being used by both retail and online
shopping companies
Amazon has implemented technology that allows users to visually experience
different items using smartphone cameras to overlay products into the user's
environment
Converse allows users to virtually “try-on” sneakers and other items without
visiting a physical screen
Apple launched an AR-powered measurement feature into IOS that now makes users
capable of doing simple measurements without the need for a physical tape measure
One of the world's largest technology companies investing in AR highlights its
significance and proves use cases beyond what some have called a “gimmicky”
feature
Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and other major vehicle manufacturers have found success with
AR implementation in recent years
sensory information onto the real world in order to enhance a user experience
One of the most popular uses of AR is currently being used by both retail and online
shopping companies
Amazon has implemented technology that allows users to visually experience
different items using smartphone cameras to overlay products into the user's
environment
Converse allows users to virtually “try-on” sneakers and other items without
visiting a physical screen
Apple launched an AR-powered measurement feature into IOS that now makes users
capable of doing simple measurements without the need for a physical tape measure
One of the world's largest technology companies investing in AR highlights its
significance and proves use cases beyond what some have called a “gimmicky”
feature
Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and other major vehicle manufacturers have found success with
AR implementation in recent years
“Drivers with certain BMW i4 vehicles will experience augmented reality directly
through their infotainment screen while they are using BMW’s navigation system,
according to Tero Sarkkinen, CEO and founder of Basemark. The vehicle’s front-
view camera will automatically send live footage of the street in front of the car
to the touch screen, where interactive arrows appear over the real-world environment to show the driver when and where they need to turn or if they
should switch lanes”
Augmented Reality is a technology that will certainly cause disruptions within existing
platforms, products, and daily life.
through their infotainment screen while they are using BMW’s navigation system,
according to Tero Sarkkinen, CEO and founder of Basemark. The vehicle’s front-
view camera will automatically send live footage of the street in front of the car
to the touch screen, where interactive arrows appear over the real-world environment to show the driver when and where they need to turn or if they
should switch lanes”
Augmented Reality is a technology that will certainly cause disruptions within existing
platforms, products, and daily life.
“Where are we headed?”
Augmented Reality powered Avatars are certainly nothing new, but with Facebook’s
Metaverse now launched, the technology will certainly be used on a much wider scale.
ohttps://mobidev.biz/blog/augmented-reality-trends-future-ar-technologies
“It’s been seen in use with apps like Snapchat and Instagram for a long time.
However, the innovative element is how the app allows users to drop their avatar
that they use on other platforms into the app and use it in AR”
The most disruptive component of the Augmented Reality powered Avatar will
come by way of virtual meetings
Applications such as Zoom, Skype, Teams, and other platforms cannot
match the level of immersion and collaboration that AR will allow
You will be able to see others in the same room as you, working on the
same material, no matter where they are in the world.
Consumer AR is certainly the most common use case for now, but commercial use of the
technology will be arguably more disruptive in industries such as Medicine
“Back in 2020, Google announced the development of an AR-based microscope
for the Department of Defense (DoD) to improve the accuracy of cancer
diagnosis and treatment. Such a hybrid device uses a camera to capture images
in real-time which are then processed using computer diagnostics to immediately
display results and diagnose diseases at an early stage”
The medical field will be disrupted by the development of technology beyond that
of traditional biomedical engineering
New jobs, companies, and use cases will open up new opportunities for
change within the industry
Metaverse now launched, the technology will certainly be used on a much wider scale.
ohttps://mobidev.biz/blog/augmented-reality-trends-future-ar-technologies
“It’s been seen in use with apps like Snapchat and Instagram for a long time.
However, the innovative element is how the app allows users to drop their avatar
that they use on other platforms into the app and use it in AR”
The most disruptive component of the Augmented Reality powered Avatar will
come by way of virtual meetings
Applications such as Zoom, Skype, Teams, and other platforms cannot
match the level of immersion and collaboration that AR will allow
You will be able to see others in the same room as you, working on the
same material, no matter where they are in the world.
Consumer AR is certainly the most common use case for now, but commercial use of the
technology will be arguably more disruptive in industries such as Medicine
“Back in 2020, Google announced the development of an AR-based microscope
for the Department of Defense (DoD) to improve the accuracy of cancer
diagnosis and treatment. Such a hybrid device uses a camera to capture images
in real-time which are then processed using computer diagnostics to immediately
display results and diagnose diseases at an early stage”
The medical field will be disrupted by the development of technology beyond that
of traditional biomedical engineering
New jobs, companies, and use cases will open up new opportunities for
change within the industry
Zero Touch
Helps next-gen networks (5G & 6G)
Uses AI & machine learning to anticipate needs
Leads to even smarter machines that can communicate with each other
Really impacts IT teams as it cuts down on the need for human intervention
Frees IT professionals to be enablers of tech rather than fixers
Beneficial for any company with IT department, especially larger corporations
that have large networks
ZT is even being seen in industrial industries, as seen with Nokia
“56% of smartphone users expect telecom service providers to anticipate their needs
before they themselves realize what they are”
Can lead to humans and robots working seamlessly together
For this to be possible, billions of devices need to be connected which requires
hugely complex systems. ZT makes complex systems easy to access & use
Could enable smart transportation systems based on autonomous vehicles, optimize
energy consumption in a smart city, or enable smart manufacturing where machines and
humans work side by side
This article was written when the lockdown was starting to ease up and discusses using
zero-touch tech to adjust basic aspects of everyday life to avoid disease
Designing an elevator button that can be pressed by hovering in the air and using
sensors rather than making contact
The design agency also worked with retailers, restaurants, museums, and other
businesses & organizations
Companies in food, beverage, & commodities sectors are looking for new ways to
automate manual activities as they moved toward zero-touch
Helps protect employees, optimize processes, and improve product quality
“56% of smartphone users expect telecom service providers to anticipate their needs
before they themselves realize what they are”
Can lead to humans and robots working seamlessly together
For this to be possible, billions of devices need to be connected which requires
hugely complex systems. ZT makes complex systems easy to access & use
Could enable smart transportation systems based on autonomous vehicles, optimize
energy consumption in a smart city, or enable smart manufacturing where machines and
humans work side by side
This article was written when the lockdown was starting to ease up and discusses using
zero-touch tech to adjust basic aspects of everyday life to avoid disease
Designing an elevator button that can be pressed by hovering in the air and using
sensors rather than making contact
The design agency also worked with retailers, restaurants, museums, and other
businesses & organizations
Companies in food, beverage, & commodities sectors are looking for new ways to
automate manual activities as they moved toward zero-touch
Helps protect employees, optimize processes, and improve product quality
Going forward
For the fringe sketch we have discussed using one of the apps within adobe to create it. We will
identify what will be included in our fringe sketch
We have also floated out the ideal of potentially doing a podcast on our research and findings on
telecommunications and computing
The podcast would be us siting together, discussing our findings. We also would incorporate
visual aids like graphs or our fringe sketch and discuss them.