Safe and autonomous transport of goods in the factory shop floors using 5G
This solution demonstrates the potential of 5G technologies to transform manufacturing processes by enhancing safety, efficiency, and logistics optimization.
Project: Zero-SWARM
Publisher: SICK
Technology: 5G
Industry: 5G, Digital Manufacturing, Manufacturing
INTRODUCTION
This solution leverages cutting-edge 5G connectivity and sensor integration to enable seamless communication between autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs) and factory infrastructure. By incorporating real-time data processing, digital twins, and advanced safety algorithms, this solution optimizes logistics, minimizes accidents, and enhances operational efficiency.
FEATURES/BENEFITS
This solution enhances manufacturing logistics by utilizing 5G for low-latency data transmission, ensuring real-time safety decisions and process optimization. Digital twins provide precise traffic control and accident prevention, while AGVs benefit from advanced self-localization and environmental awareness. This solution also supports high-precision positioning and seamless indoor-to-outdoor transitions, powered by private 5G, ensuring reliable and interference-free operations. Manufacturers gain a scalable, sustainable, and energy-efficient system that adapts quickly to new production environments.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The system integrates a 5G-enabled edge device (SICK TDC next) and advanced sensors such as multiScan100 and microScan3 for lidar-based detection, self-localization, and path planning. Data collected by AGV sensors is transmitted via 5G to a Telemetry Data Collector (TDC), which processes inputs using edge computing for decision-making. The solution incorporates a modular 5G network for seamless communication and fast deployment, offering robust performance in both fixed installations and dynamic environments. The architecture ensures low latency, high reliability, and adaptability to different manufacturing settings.