5G-NETWORK-SLICING

B2B 5G multi-tenant virtual networks.

Definition

5G Network Slicing slice types: eMBB (enhanced Mobile Broadband, e.g. retail customer apps), URLLC (Ultra-Reliable Low Latency, e.g. industrial automation), mMTC (massive Machine Type Communications, e.g. IoT smart cities). Network Slice Selection Assistance Information (NSSAI), Network Slice Instance (NSI). Architecture: NSMF (Slice Management Function), NSSMF (Subnet Slice Management). Operators deploying: Verizon Industrial 5G Slices, AT&T Manufacturing Slice, BT Group Smart Manufacturing.

Origin

Network Slicing concept introduced 3GPP Release 14 (2017) ; complete specifications in Release 15 published 2018 ; commercial 5G SA massification 2020+.

Example in context

Vodafone Germany deploys a dedicated URLLC 5G slice for Mercedes Sindelfingen factory ; guaranteed 4ms latency for AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) over 200 000 m2.

Related terms

• MEC — edge complement.