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High-Speed 5G and 6G Connectivity Testing for Industrial Automation and Digital Twins

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Imagine a world where machines talk to each other instantly without any lag, like a perfectly choreographed dance. This project sets up real-world playgrounds to test how the next generation of wireless internet can control robots and track assets in real-time. It's like building a high-tech rehearsal space to make sure these tools work safely before they are used in actual factories or construction sites.

By the numbers
15
consortium partners
66
Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP) projects
98
entities involved in FSTP
5
total testbeds
The business problem

What needed solving

Industrial sectors struggle to move from basic connectivity to high-performance automation due to a lack of real-world testing for 5G/6G features like real-time communication and digital twinning.

The solution

What was built

A robotic de-construction system with XR interfaces, a set of 5G/6G testbeds for energy and automotive sectors, and AAS instances for asset orchestration.

Audience

Who needs this

Smart factory operatorsAutonomous vehicle developersIndustrial energy grid managersAutomated construction firms
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Construction
mid-size
Target: Demolition and Deconstruction Firm

If you are a demolition firm dealing with dangerous manual site clearing — this project developed a robotic de-construction system that uses XR interfaces to plan and execute tasks. This allows for safer, remote-controlled removal of materials.

Automotive
enterprise
Target: Autonomous Vehicle Manufacturer

If you are a vehicle maker dealing with unreliable remote driving signals — this project developed predictive Quality of Service for tele-operated vehicles. This ensures a stable connection for safer remote steering.

Manufacturing
any
Target: Precision Parts Factory

If you are a factory owner dealing with quality defects in machining — this project developed inline quality assurance and workpiece tracking. This reduces waste by catching errors the moment they happen.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or pricing for implementing these solutions?

Based on available project data, specific pricing or cost structures for the developed solutions are not provided.

Has this been tested at an industrial scale?

Yes, the project uses large scale trials across five testbeds, including four part of the 5G-Industry Campus Europe and one at IDIADA automotive testing grounds.

How is the IP and licensing handled for the results?

Based on available project data, specific licensing terms are not mentioned, but results are intended for use in standardization for 6G-SNS projects.

How long does it take to integrate these 5G/6G features?

The project period runs from 2023-01-01 to 2025-10-31, indicating a multi-year development and validation cycle.

Can these tools be integrated into existing IT/OT systems?

Yes, the project focuses on developing AAS instances and standardized interactions to realize network and asset orchestration.

Consortium

Who built it

The project is heavily industry-driven, with a 67% industry ratio consisting of 10 industrial partners and 5 SMEs. This strong commercial lean is bolstered by a massive ecosystem of 98 entities across 66 third-party projects, ensuring that the technical developments are grounded in actual market needs across six different countries.

How to reach the team

Fraunhofer Gesellschaft zur Förderung der Angewandten Forschung

Next steps

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