The Hexa-X-II project has released its latest research deliverable D1.4 originating from its Work Package 1 (WP1). This final deliverable wraps up all the work carried out in WP1. It focuses on the analysis of the value to be created by 6G. The deliverable is organized in two parts:
Part 1 – methodology, stakeholders and ecosystem exchanges
Part I outlines the methodology for analyzing 6G use cases, focusing on sustainability aspects. It includes a description of a new methodology for evaluating use cases, in particularly with regard to a sustainability analysis (done in the environmental, social and economic sustainability domains). It includes the formulation of the High-Level Human and Planetary Goals (HPGs) for the ICT context and its connection to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). A major part of the sustainability evaluation is dedicated to the identification of the potential outcomes, referred to as Key Values (KVs). The KVs are categorized into positive vs. negative outcomes, named Sustainability Handprints and Footprints. For each KV a set of indicators (KVIs) is proposed, and a connection is made to the relevant HPG. Part 1 also contains a detailed description of 6G stakeholders, including insights and conclusions from interactions with stakeholder.
Part 2 – final set of Hexa-X-II use cases and their value
Part 2 introduces the final set of representative use cases from Hexa-X-II. Each use case is analyzed using the new methodology from multiple perspectives to highlight the generated value. In addition to technical descriptions, the analysis addresses the issues each use case aims to resolve, the value added by 6G, its essential role in providing solutions, and potential deployment scenarios. Furthermore, sustainability and business evaluations are conducted to identify risks, challenges, and possible mitigation strategies. Key Value (KV) and Key Value Indicators (KVI) are established for each use case. The considered use cases are:
- Cooperating Mobile Robots
- Network-Assisted Mobility
- Real-time Digital Twins
- Ubiquitous and Resilient Network
- Human-Centric Services
- Seamless Immersive Reality
To learn more, please read the full deliverable and check out the accompanying presentation.