In the era of a burgeoning digital economy, the need for a robust network experience grows, demanding higher capacity and performance. University campuses, with their high-density environments, often encounter challenges like fluctuating traffic and uniform service quality. Addressing these issues, China Unicom Shangdong and ZTE have initiated the ‘5G+AI Differentiated Service Guarantee’ project at Shandong Qilu Medical College.

This project leverages AI-native Base Stations, which integrate an endogenous AI module—AIREngine—transforming traditional 5G setups into intelligent stations. These stations utilize end-to-end AI technology for service identification and precise assurance, ultimately improving the performance and satisfaction of the campus 5G network.

The AI-native Base Station serves as the backbone, using Deep Recognition and Analysis (DRA) to process service characteristics, forming a dynamic service model library that recognizes over 16,000 service types, including video, gaming, and live streaming. The solution customizes assurance strategies for various conditions and locations, enhancing the overall user experience. For instance, download speeds for videos in dining areas improved by 28%, gaming latencies in dorms decreased by 27%, and live streaming in teaching buildings increased by 22%.

Since its implementation, the project has significantly uplifted user satisfaction, reducing complaints related to buffering and lag. As a pioneering step in 5G network evolution, China Unicom Shangdong and ZTE are set to expand this technology to other dense and valuable environments like shopping malls and stadiums, providing an adaptable model for the industry’s digital transformation.

Contributed by ZTE.