MTE 2024 SDG - Critical Spectrum Monitoring For The Telecommunication Industry

The innovation presented in the document focuses on using drone technology to improve spectrum monitoring for the telecommunications industry. Traditional methods of monitoring the radio frequency (RF) spectrum face significant challenges, including limited access to remote areas, occupational safety risks, high operational costs, and incomplete data collection. Drones offer a flexible and efficient solution by providing access to hard-to-reach locations, improving worker safety by eliminating hazardous manual operations, and reducing costs through the elimination of the need for expensive infrastructure. Additionally, drones can collect more accurate data from various altitudes and locations, addressing the issue of blind spots in traditional systems.

The integration of drones in spectrum monitoring aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), notably SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals). This alignment is particularly evident in goals related to innovation, infrastructure, and responsible resource management. By enabling more efficient and safer monitoring of telecommunications infrastructure, drones help optimize the use of the electromagnetic spectrum, ensure regulatory compliance, enhance public safety, and promote sustainable industry practices.

The innovation is to resolve below pain points:
1. Limited Access to Remote and Hazardous Areas
2. Occupational Safety Hazards
3. High Costs and Operational Inefficiencies
4. Inaccurate or Incomplete Data Collection

The solution is to use Drone Technology that can significantly aid spectrum monitoring by providing a flexible, cost-effective, and efficient solution for tracking, managing, and analyzing radio frequency (RF) spectrum use.

Our Team:
- Azril Aziz
- Sharizzaman Bin Ahmad Sabaruddin
- Amirrul Adha Sulaiman
- Abdullah Hayyan Kunji Mohamed
- Sare Fatin Hatizi Binti Mohd Huzsaire