OPTIMAL DESIGN OF A SILENCER FOR ENHANCING NOISE REDUCTION IN A 5G BASE STATION
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https://doi.org/10.55766/sujst11022Keywords:
5G base station, Design, Noise, Optimization, SilencerAbstract
A 5G base station, also referred to as a 5G cell site or 5G cell tower, is a crucial component of a 5G wireless network infrastructure. It is responsible for providing wireless connectivity and enabling high-speed data transmission for 5G-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and other Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The compo-nents of the 5G base station are significantly more powerful than those of previous stations, such as 2G, 3G, and 4G. As a result, the cooling systems require more power and cause noise pollution to the environment. This study focuses on developing a novel silencer to reduce acoustic noise from servers in a 5G base station. The proposed silencer is made from high sound-absorbing materials to reduce noise. In addition, the silencer is designed with optimal vertical and horizontal ribs to enhance noise reduction while retaining comfortable airflow. The design performance was verified through simulations and validated by experiments.
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