Energy Efficiency in Agriculture through Tokenization of 5G and Edge Applications

Michail-Alexandros Kourtis (), Michael Batistatos, Georgios Xylouris, Andreas Oikonomakis, Dimitris Santorinaios, Charilaos Zarakovitis and Ioannis Chochliouros
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Michail-Alexandros Kourtis: National Center of Scientific Research “Demokritos” 1, 15310 Athens, Greece
Michael Batistatos: Department of Informatics and Telecommunications, University of Peloponnese, 22100 Tripolis, Greece
Georgios Xylouris: National Center of Scientific Research “Demokritos” 1, 15310 Athens, Greece
Andreas Oikonomakis: National Center of Scientific Research “Demokritos” 1, 15310 Athens, Greece
Dimitris Santorinaios: National Center of Scientific Research “Demokritos” 1, 15310 Athens, Greece
Charilaos Zarakovitis: National Center of Scientific Research “Demokritos” 1, 15310 Athens, Greece
Ioannis Chochliouros: Hellenic Telecommunications Organization (OTE) S.A., 15122 Athens, Greece

Energies, 2023, vol. 16, issue 13, 1-16

Abstract: This study delves into the potential of 5G and blockchain technologies in smart agriculture, specifically targeting remote farming sectors. A conceptual architecture is proposed, aiming to leverage these cutting-edge technologies while ensuring energy efficiency and sustainable development within the agriculture industry. We provide an in-depth analysis of 5G applications and explore alternative communication channels that could empower remote communities, introducing them to state-of-the-art technological solutions. A unique aspect of our research is the detailed presentation of a parametric insurance business case, designed to align with the proposed architecture, thereby illustrating the practicality of our approach. Moreover, we propose an innovative solution to the challenge of providing internet connectivity in rural areas using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Current limitations due to the weight of onboard equipment, which includes an access network and a backhaul link for internet provision, are addressed by introducing a lightweight 5G system onboard the UAV. This system serves multiple user equipment on the ground, with one acting as a connection gateway to the internet. This unique approach not only streamlines the process of providing rural internet connectivity but also opens up new markets for service providers and businesses related to lightweight 5G systems and UAV technology. Our work presents an avant-garde solution to technical challenges and offers significant business opportunities in the rapidly evolving telecommunications sector and beyond.

Keywords: 5G; edge; agriculture; blockchain; energy efficiency (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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