An Ontology for Signal Strength Estimation of Nomadic 5G Networks on Construction Sites

Abstract: Network availability and quality is vital for using robotics, real-time digital twins or augmented reality in construction. This paper explores using semantic web models to perform radio propagation calculations for construction sites. We have created an ontology describing and linking data to calculate how building element installation affects attenuation losses. Our findings enable to predict network quality in the context of construction progress to ensure network performance and coverage for mobile construction robotics. Hereby, network optimisation tasks can be automated or planned in time for re-adjusting antenna positions and orientation.