Compatibility Analysis Between RedCap Non-Public Networks and 5G NR in TDD FR1 and FR2 Bands

Valery O. Tikhvinskiy, Alexander Pastukh, Дымкова Светлана Сергеевна, Варламов Олег Витальевич

Inventions, 2025

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DOI 10.3390/inventions10010012
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Abstract

RedCap technology is set to become a critical component in the growth of the Internet of Things (IoT), enabling sensors and wearable devices for medical, industrial, and commercial applications. However, because RedCap primarily operates in non-public networks and does not synchronize its time-division duplexing (TDD) mode with 5G NR networks, interference risks arise. This is particularly concerning as traditional 5G NR networks prioritize downlink communication, whereas RedCap is designed for uplink. This study investigates the potential interference between RedCap non-public networks and 5G NR in TDD FR1 and FR2 frequency bands using Monte Carlo simulation techniques. The results illustrate how RedCap deployments may impact 5G NR performance in urban and suburban environments. Key insights are provided to inform strategies for minimizing interference and ensuring coexistence between these technologies.