The two-year 5G VIIMA project, coordinated by the University of Oulu, successfully developed private 5G networks and IoT applications for industrial settings like Nokia factories and the Port of Oulu, demonstrating the viability of local micro-operators and wireless sensor integration. The project highlighted that while 5G offers significant advantages for mobile and stationary machinery by eliminating cabling, widespread commercialization is currently hindered by a shortage of suitable radio frequencies and inconsistent national regulations across Europe. Building on these findings, the upcoming SISU project aims to expand testing to new industrial environments and prioritize sustainable development goals, specifically focusing on improving energy efficiency per byte of data transferred. With over 15 industrial partners and seven research organizations already committed, the initiative seeks to identify viable business models for exporting these tested wireless solutions to global markets.
Source: https://www.6gflagship.com/news/5g-fast-approaching-the-world-of-industry/
Keywords: industrial 5G, private networks, IoT sensors, energy efficiency, micro-operators