Why should a telecom network be prepared for a power outage?

It is also possible to shut down certain equipment during times of lower site trafic to simply save on energy consumption. Preparing your network for power outages caused by weather and natural disasters with advanced technology will increase the resilience, reliability, and eficiency of your telecom sites.

Can Telecom site automation help during a power outage?

Weather-related power outages and unreliable AC grid power can not be avoided in some regions in the world. In these situations, telecom site automation can help during power outages across either individual or multiple sites and be beneficial during times of “normal” operation. The first link in the chain of power to a site is the AC grid.

Why do we need a base station?

Technological advancements: The New technologies result in evolved base stations that support upgrades and enhancements such as 4G, 5G and beyond, its providing faster speeds with better bandwidth. Emergency services: They provide access to emergency services, so that in case of emergency, people can call through their mobile phones.

How does a base station work?

It usually connects the device to other networks or devices through a dedicated high bandwidth wire of fiber optic connection. Base stations typically have a transceiver, capable of sending and receiving wireless signals; Otherwise if they only send the trailer it will be considered a transmitter or broadcast point only.

What causes power outages?

In the United States, the number one cause of power outage is severe weather. Weather such as thunderstorms, hurricanes, and blizzards account for 58% of outages observed since 20022. Weather-related power outages have increased significantly since 1992 and will continue to increase due to climate change.