Ericsson's smart factory based in Texas, US builts 5G and advanced antenna systems radios. The smart factory is 25% more energy-efficient, produces 17% of required power on-site via solar panels, uses 40,000-gallon tanks to collect & reuse rainwater, and reduces shipping distance up to 5 times. The World Economic Forum (WEF) recognized Ericsson as a...

Tele2, the Swedish telecom operator, and Foodora, the Q-commerce company, have entered into a partnership to pilot autonomous droids connected with 5G for food delivery. It is a first step towards the future of 5G and IoT-enabled home deliveries in Sweden.  Business drivers & existing challenges More people are stuck at home due to Covid-19,...

Overview of the 5G-powered robot for responding to coronavirus SK Telecom and Omron Electronics Korea have jointly developed a  5G-powered autonomous robot for responding against coronavirus in a systematic and efficient way. The 5G-autonomous robot leverages technologies such as 5G, AI, autonomous driving, and IoT to carry out diverse activities such as  Contactless temperature screenings...

Overview of remote diagnosis of coronavirus China Telecom, ZTE and West China Hospital of Sichuan University, conducted remote diagnosis of the coronavirus via 5G based remote video consultation. According to the on-site situation, ZTE has employed its CPE equipment to commission 5G services by means of outdoor 5G signals while constructing indoor coverage points. On...

Overview of the remote diagnostic procedure using 5G connected ambulance British Telecom (BT) and University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB)  demonstrated UK's first remote diagnostic procedure using a 5G connected ambulance. This use case demonstrates how technology such as 5G, augmented reality, virtual reality, robotics can be combined with clinical expertise to enable remote diagnostics...

Overview of use case for quickly transmitting large imaging files AT&T and Austin Cancer Center, are leveraging 5G for quickly transmitting large imaging files. MRI, CAT, or PET scans and other image machines are typically very large files, and often must be sent to a specialist for review. When the network is low on bandwidth, the transmission...

Overview of the virtual reality for hospice patients AT&T and VITAS® Healthcare, the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, have launched a study that intends to combine 5G with virtual reality and augmented reality (VR and AR) to test if it can help reduce chronic pain and anxiety for certain hospice patients. The study aims...

Overview of the remote-controlled ultrasound scan over public 5G network British Telecom (BT) , University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust (UHB) , Medical Devices Testing and Evaluation Centre (MD-TEC), WM5G and jointly demostrated remote-controlled ultrasound scan over public 5G network. The demonstration simulates a paramedic in the field performing an ultrasound scan on a patient, under...

Overview of 5G smart ambulance for remote consultation Telefonica O2 partnered with Samsung, Visionable and Launchcloud for the trial of 5G smart ambulance use case enabling remote consultation. This project equips standard ambulance with state-of-the-art devices and connectivity creating a “Smart Ambulance” that simulates 5G connectivity, transforming the vehicle into a unique remote consultation room....

Overview of 5G virtual stadium immersive fan experience Ooredoo Qatar, partnered with Ericsson and demonstrated 5G based virtual stadium immersive fan experience at the 2019 Amir Cup Final and grand opening of the Al Janoub Stadium, built to host the 2022 tournament. The South Stadium of Al Wakrah was equipped with Elastic Cloud Radio Technology...

Scope of remote patient assessment via 5G connected ambulance Ooredoo Qatar, partnered with Ericsson and demonstrated remote patient assessment and ultrasound procedure inside an 5G connected ambulance using a special haptic glove controlled by a doctor remotely using a specially designed joystick. This use case provided a glimpse into how doctors could provide remote assistance...