Kontron, an Internationally-leading supplier of Industry 4.0- and Internet of Things-technology, has successfully deployed a state-of-the-art 5G mobile private network (MPN) at the proto_lab research facility at the Rosenheim Technical University of Applied Sciences (TH Rosenheim). This cutting-edge deployment serves as the connectivity backbone for the university’s advanced research initiatives while offering an immersive learning platform for students exploring the vast potential of 5G technology.
This innovative project is a collaboration between Kontron and Mugler SE, a systems integrator for private and public mobile networks and a renowned developer of intelligent and future-proof telecommunications solutions tailored for industries and enterprises. With their extensive expertise, Mugler SE ensures seamless integration and added value, enabling transformative projects in a comprehensive manner. Together, the partnership underscores the importance of 5G as a cornerstone for next-generation connectivity and digitalisation.
“The networking of increasingly mobile value creation participants is becoming a critical competitive factor in a highly flexible production and logistics architecture focused on individualization,” said Prof. Dr.-Ing. Oliver Kramer, Initiator, Co-Founder, and Director of the Research and Development Platform proto_lab@TH Rosenheim. “Our 5G campus network provides the optimal foundation for the implementation and further development of our R&D projects in the proto_lab.”
“At Kontron, we are proud to be part of a project that not only advances cutting-edge research but also creates invaluable learning opportunities for the next generation of innovators,” said Janez Öri, Executive Director of Communications Solutions at Kontron. “The deployment of our 5G MPN underscores our commitment to empowering industries and academic institutions with reliable, high-performance connectivity solutions that drive transformation and progress.”
“The network forms the starting point for a comprehensive 4-year co-operation, during which various industry-relevant use cases will be tested.,” commented Dr. Markus Dod, Director Local Networks at Mugler SE. “At Mugler SE, we focus on providing reliable and forward-looking telecommunications solutions. This partnership with Kontron and TH Rosenheim highlights how 5G technology, combined with practical integration expertise, can drive meaningful progress. Our aim is to demonstrate how customised 5G networks can effectively support both industry and academia in advancing connectivity and automation.”
With Kontron’s 5G MPN, industries and enterprises can revolutionise their operations, enhancing automation, boosting security, and achieving unparalleled indoor and outdoor connectivity. The network supports various use cases, including:
- Asset Tracking: Efficient tracking in warehouses.
- Automated Robots and AGVs: Enabling seamless automation.
- Flexible Workspaces: Optimized working booths.
- Real-Time Process Automation: Supporting operational efficiency.
- Voice and Video Communications: Enhancing collaboration.
Thanks to 5G’s unparalleled speeds, low latency, and increased capacity, the network empowers the seamless integration of AI algorithms and real-time server-side applications into edge and cloud layers. This aligns with the core aim of proto_lab’s research projects, which focus on achieving seamless AI integration under the guidance of Prof. Dr.-Ing. Noah Klarmann, a Research Professor in AI for Technical Systems and Co-Director of proto_lab. By ensuring optimal process control and minimal latency for mobile participants, 5G paves the way for groundbreaking innovations in production, logistics, and other fields, reflecting the visionary leadership and cutting-edge objectives of proto_lab. It also provides students with hands-on experience in leveraging 5G connectivity, equipping them with the skills necessary to navigate and innovate within an increasingly digitalised and interconnected world.
Kontron’s 5G MPN exemplifies the company’s commitment to driving industrial transformation and empowering education through technology. The collaboration with TH Rosenheim and Mugler SE serves as a blueprint for the future, demonstrating how academia and industry can work together to shape the possibilities of tomorrow.