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AI-Enabled system for vehicle-road-cloud collaboration - Phase II

URN M25.0.818

Topics 5G monetization, AI (Artificial Intelligence), Customer experience management

Bring AI-enabled high quality 5G service to autonomous mining industry with drones and autonomous trucks

Project companies

As industries automate operations and improve remote site safety, advanced connectivity becomes essential. Phase II of this Catalyst introduces an AI-enabled system for vehicle-road-cloud collaboration. It integrates 5G-Advanced (5G-A), satellite Internet, and drone-based infrastructure to deliver high-performance communication in open-pit mining environments. The solution provides reliable, low-latency connectivity for unmanned vehicles and infrastructure in areas where traditional networks cannot reach. At its core, the platform uses AI agents and large-scale models to automate network management. It enables real-time data collection, fault diagnosis, and root cause analysis—optimizing uptime and reducing the need for manual intervention. Drones deploy portable base stations, extending signal coverage and creating a three-dimensional communication layer. Combined with V2X (vehicle-to-everything) and cloud integration, this setup supports autonomous operations and real-time decision-making at scale. For CSPs, the Catalyst creates new revenue streams through industry-specific 5G-A solutions. It positions CSPs as strategic partners in industrial automation while showcasing innovation leadership in satellite-terrestrial integration. The automated, AI-driven architecture also reduces operational costs and enables scalable network deployment in remote or challenging terrains. Phase I demonstrated partial commercial deployment, earning industry validation and positive client feedback. In Phase II, the Catalyst builds a complete, end-to-end system that is ready for broader rollout and commercialization. The platform supports predictive control, safety assurance, and cost efficiency. Ultimately, this enables mining and drone operations to achieve higher productivity with lower environmental and human risk. This next phase helps develop a scalable, field-ready solution—bridging AI orchestration, autonomous agents, and resilient network design. The integrated architecture developed in this Catalyst is being validated in mining operations, but its value extends beyond this. The same capabilities can support remote logistics, emergency services, autonomous transport, and smart city infrastructure. With this, CSPs have an opportunity to lead industrial innovation across sectors.