First Responders

In order to further improve the rescue chain, the possibilities of 5G mobile technology are being tested. In the project, we are working with partners to develop and test localization and networking technologies for three fields of application: Emergency calls, first aid and emergency services. The technologies are intended to support the emergency services on site quickly, safely and effectively and inform those affected. For example, our experts use hybrid methods such as satellite-based localization together with 5G to precisely navigate automated supply drones with first aid materials to the scene of an emergency.

Fire and rescue services face new and sometimes complex challenges in every operation. A fire department operation becomes particularly challenging when an accident scenario becomes confusing or large and there may also be special requirements due to hazardous substances (e.g. batteries, hydrogen). Like all fire departments, the Schwerte fire department has to deal with such scenarios effectively and professionally.

In the research project “5G Digital Operating System of Fire Departments” (5GDosFire), data transmission from drones and robots is realized via 5G mobile radio (campus network). In addition, an operational cockpit is being developed to process operational and sensor data from drones, reconnaissance robots and other applications and display it in a bundled form in a situation information system. Furthermore, a localization and control option for the robotic systems is to be implemented via the mission cockpit. 5G makes it possible to send and receive the relevant control and sensor data with low latency as well as 360° image data in a live stream and high bandwidths.

5G pop-up networks, e.g. for major incidents, require information on radio spectrum occupancy during setup and operation. The collection of measurement data by end devices used in the network itself eliminates the need for additional measuring devices. The information obtained can be used to locate and organize the operation. The measurement data must be organized with high performance and assigned directly to their measurement position. For indoor areas, the signal information of the 5G pop-up network itself is used by means of a 5G localization process.