Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) and Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish Malaysia’s first 5G-powered uncrewed aerial system sandbox for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations, reports Business Today Malaysia.
“Under the MoU, UPM will develop a real-world uncrewed aerial systems sandbox supported by 5G connectivity and AI capabilities,” the article states. “The facility will feature four dedicated zones for urban air mobility, agriculture, autonomous robotics and healthcare to support research, testing and eventual commercial deployment.”
Business Today reports that Ericsson will support the initiative, which will be carried out in cooperation with the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia to ensure all BVLOS operations comply with national airspace regulations.
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