In future 6G wireless networks, it is imperative to support more dynamic resourcing and connectivity to improve adaptability, performance, and trustworthiness in the presence of emerging human-centric services with heterogeneous computation needs. DEDICAT 6G takes the next vital step beyond 5G by addressing techniques for maintaining an efficient placement of computation in the mobile network. In addition, the project targets the design and development of mechanisms for dynamic coverage extension through the exploitation of novel terminals and mobile client nodes, e.g. smart connected cars, robots, and drones. DEDICAT 6G also addresses security, privacy, and trust assurance especially for mobile edge services and enablers for novel interaction between humans and digital systems. The aim is to achieve (i) more efficient use of resources; (ii) reduction of latency, response time, and energy consumption; (iii) reduction of operational and capital expenditures; and (iv) reinforcement of security, privacy, and trust. DEDICAT 6G focuses on four use cases: Smart warehousing, Enhanced experiences, Public Safety and Smart Highway.
DEDICAT 6G contributes to the following H2020 Societal Challenges: Climate action, environment, resource efficiency and raw materials; Europe in a changing world - inclusive, innovative and reflective societies ; Secure societies - protecting freedom and security of Europe and its citizens. DEDICAT 6G contributes to the following, United Nations Sustainable development goals: Decent work and economic growth; Industry, innovation and infrastructure; Climate Action. DEDICAT 6G solutions contribute to the Commission’s strategy and vision on Connectivity for a European Gigabit Society. DEDICAT 6G mechanisms for the dynamic creation of coverage extensions support service continuity also in “remote” or difficult to reach areas. The DEDICAT 6G Smart Warehousing looked into issues on how to improve automation and enable remote control of at least some warehousing operations by harnessing the power of B5G/6G technologies. The Enhanced Experience use case addressed enabling “virtual” participation to large music/theatrical events making the experience as close as possible to a real one. Through the Public Safety use case, the project demonstrated how Coverage extension mechanisms can facilitate continuum in critical communications for First Responders, especially for the communicants at the edge, while improving the safety of First Responders who responded to a crisis. The Smart Highway use case demonstrated the benefit of AI algorithms to manage MAPs positions in a highway and the value to share a real-time situation to all road users to make road travelling safer.
