Industrial Internet of Things over 5G: A Practical Implementation.

Area of Science:

• Telecommunications Engineering
• Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
• Wireless Communication Systems

Background:

• 5G mobile broadband is poised to drive the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
• Public Network Integrated Non-Public Network (PNI-NPN) 5G networks offer a flexible alternative to traditional industrial Ethernet.
• Key 5G features include enhanced performance, tailored network flexibility, and robust security for data isolation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a practical implementation of IIoT leveraging 5G technology.
• To demonstrate the integration of 5G infrastructure and applications for industrial asset management.
• To validate the use of 5G for achieving sustainable and environmentally friendly factory operations.

Main Methods:

• Developed a 5G IoT end device for collecting sensing data from shop floor assets and the environment.
• Integrated the device with an industrial 5G network to transmit collected data.
• Implemented an intelligent assistant application to consume the data and generate operational insights.

Main Results:

• Successfully tested and validated the 5G IIoT implementation in a real shop floor environment at Bosch TT.
• Demonstrated the capability of 5G to facilitate data collection and analysis for industrial assets.
• Confirmed the potential of 5G to improve factory sustainability and environmental performance.

Conclusions:

• 5G technology significantly enhances IIoT capabilities, paving the way for smarter factories.
• The implemented 5G solution supports sustainable asset operation and contributes to greener manufacturing.
• This approach offers a viable path towards more efficient and environmentally conscious industrial environments.