Challenge Overview: Telecommunication

In Bangladesh’s urban centers, a pressing issue is to define strategies for minimizing telecom network congestion. This means that there are too many people trying to use phone and internet services at the same time, which slows everything down and can cause dropped calls or poor internet connections. As cities grow and more people use mobile devices, this problem is getting worse. One part of the problem is that the current network infrastructure in these urban areas might not be strong enough to handle all the traffic. This is like having too many cars on a small road – everything gets jammed up. Another issue is that during peak times, like during work hours or in the evenings, the demand for network services goes way up, which adds to the congestion. The goal is to find technological solutions that can help reduce this congestion. This might include things like adding more network towers or using advanced technology to manage the traffic better. It’s important that these solutions are effective but also affordable and practical to put in place. By solving this problem, we can help make phone and internet services in Bangladesh’s urban areas more reliable and faster. This is really important for people’s daily lives and for businesses that rely on good communication. Finding the right technological solutions to network congestion is key to keeping up with the growing demand and making sure everyone can stay connected.

In Bangladesh’s telecom sector, managing and measuring radiation from the increasing number of cell towers, amid over 167 million mobile subscribers, is a pressing challenge. There’s a lack of consistent monitoring systems to check radiation levels against WHO guidelines, leading to public health concerns. It’s important to measure this radiation to make sure it’s at safe levels for both the workers in the industry and the general public. One of the main problems is that the current tools and methods for measuring radiation might not be accurate enough or easy to use. This means we might not have a clear picture of how much radiation is actually being emitted by telecom equipment. Another issue is that as the telecom sector grows and more equipment is used, the potential for higher levels of radiation increases. This makes it even more important to have reliable ways to measure it. The goal is to find a product-based technological solution that is both precise and user-friendly. This solution should be able to measure radiation levels accurately and quickly, giving telecom companies and regulatory bodies the information they need to ensure safety standards are being met. It’s also important that this technology is affordable and accessible, so it can be widely used across the sector. By solving this problem, we can help make sure that the telecom industry in Bangladesh is safe for everyone. Accurate measurement of radiation is a key part of managing the growth of the sector in a way that protects both workers and the general public. This is not just a technical issue; it’s about health and safety, too.

In Bangladesh’s telecom sector, there’s a big challenge: how can we use technology to reduce power consumption? This sector is crucial as it connects millions of people, but it uses a lot of electricity to keep networks and data centers running. The problem is that as the demand for telecom services grows, so does the need for power, which can be costly and not great for the environment. One issue is that the equipment used in the telecom industry, like servers and mobile network towers, often consumes a lot of energy. Some of this equipment might be older and not very energy-efficient. Another problem is that there’s not always a good way to manage and control how much power is being used, which means some energy might be wasted. The goal is to find technological solutions that can help the telecom sector in Bangladesh use less power. This could include more efficient equipment, systems that help monitor and manage energy use better, or even using renewable energy sources like solar power. These solutions need to be cost-effective and reliable, as the telecom sector is vital for communication across the country. By addressing these problems, we can help reduce the amount of power the telecom sector uses. This is important for cutting costs, reducing the impact on the environment, and making sure that Bangladesh’s telecom industry can keep growing in a sustainable way. Reducing power consumption in this sector is not just about using less energy; it’s about using it smarter and more efficiently.