NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS and Chile’s State-owned Copper Company CODELCO Launch a Study and Proof of Concept Aimed at Improving the Efficiency of Remote Copper Mine Operations Using IOWN® APN

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by Business Wire NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS and Chile's State-owned Copper Company CODELCO Launch a Study and Proof of Concept Aimed at Improving the Efficiency of Remote Copper Mine Operations Using IOWN® APNAuthor of the article: You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.Conceptual Diagram of the Demonstration Business WireTOKYO — NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Inc. (formerly NTT Communications Corporation) has launched a study and proof of concept jointly with Corporación Nacional del Cobre de Chile (CODELCO) to progress remote operations at CODELCO’s copper mines using an IOWN® All-Photonics Network (APN).1 This initiative is part of a research project commissioned by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.2 To address operational challenges faced by CODELCO’s copper mines, the initiative will connect a copper mine and a remote operations center—approximately 1,500 km apart—via an IOWN APN. 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If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againChile is one of the world’s leading copper-producing countries, and CODELCO is one of its leading copper producers. In recent years, improving safety and operational efficiency at the company’s copper mines has become a management priority.In particular, there is growing demand for remote operation of the heavy machinery used in underground mines and more advanced monitoring of mine operations. This is driven by the need to address working conditions that involve risks such as mine collapses, as well as shortages of skilled operators. There is also a need to manage operational functions distributed across multiple mines more efficiently.To address these challenges, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS will conduct a study and proof of concept to assess the feasibility of a new remote operations model utilizing IOWN APN.2. Overview of the InitiativeUnder this initiative, IOWN APN will connect the El Teniente copper mine and a remote operations center in Rancagua, a city in central Chile, that are approximately 1,500 km apart. In collaboration with NTT DATA, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS will conduct the following activities:Assessing the communications environment needed to progress the remote operation of heavy equipmentEnhancing remote monitoring through the use of high-definition videoEvaluating network configurations with a view to consolidating the number of operations centersAssessing the feasibility of a remote operations modelExamining the potential benefits of IOWN APN for mine operationsThrough this initiative, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS also aims to enhance safety and operational efficiency in the copper mining industry while creating new use cases for IOWN APN across the entire mining sector. Drawing on the insights it thereby gains, the company will explore the potential for further applications in the mining and energy sectors, as well as across other sectors where remote operations are required.Going forward, NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS will also collaborate with NTT Inc., which is advancing the development and real-world deployment of IOWN technologies. Together, the companies will leverage the initiative’s findings to help expand global IOWN use cases across the NTT Group.1.A next-generation optical communications infrastructure that deploys IOWN® (Innovative Optical and Wireless Network) functionality to deliver photonics-based technologies for everything from devices to networks. It delivers extremely low power consumption, high speed, high capacity, and low latency transmission through wavelength networks that provide end-to-end optical wavelength paths. IOWN® is a trademark or registered trademark of NTT, Inc.2.NTT DOCOMO BUSINESS has been commissioned by Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications to conduct research related to a proof of concept for the overseas deployment of APN in the Republic of Chile.About NTT DOCOMO BUSINESSNTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Inc. is Japan’s leading comprehensive global ICT solutions provider. We are an Industrial and Regional DX Platformer driving digital transformation across industries and communities, enabling the development of a decentralized, autonomous, and collaborative society where businesses and communities can thrive sustainably. Our mission is to unlock new value and help create prosperity for all. For more information, please visit https://www.ntt.com/en/.View source version on businesswire.com: Second Business Solutions, Business Solution DivisionNTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Inc.Corporate Communications Office, Corporate Planning DepartmentNTT DOCOMO BUSINESS, Inc.This advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.