Promote integrated innovation of 5G technology with PLC and DCS, and foster characteristic industries based on “5G + industrial Internet”

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Source: Library http://yunrun.com.cn/tech/ Recently, the official WeChat account of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology issued a notice regarding the rollout of the 512 Project for \"5G + Industrial Internet.\" The notice states that the integration and innovation of 5G with the industrial internet are still in their initial stages; the industrial foundation needs to be further strengthened, appropriate development models need to be explored, and the surrounding environment for such development needs to be improved. This plan is formulated to accelerate the implementation of the “5G+Industrial Internet” 512 Project and to promote high-quality integration and innovation between 5G and the industrial internet. The notice states that by 2022, a number of key 5G technologies tailored to the specific needs of the industrial Internet will be developed, thereby significantly enhancing the industrial support capabilities of \"5G + industrial Internet\" ； Establish 5 industrial public service platforms to build innovation hubs and public service capabilities ； Accelerate the pilot applications of “5G + industrial Internet” in specific sectors, with the renovation of internal networks covering 10 key industries ； Create a number of benchmark and model projects for the construction and renovation of \"5G+industrial Internet\" internal networks, resulting in at least 20 typical industrial application scenarios ； Foster an innovative environment in which 5G and the industrial Internet integrate and complement each other, driving mutual progress and accelerated development; this will facilitate the digital, networked, and intelligent transformation of the manufacturing sector and promote high-quality economic growth. The notice calls for improving the industrial capabilities related to the key technologies of “5G+industrial Internet” and strengthening efforts to develop technical standards for this area. By drawing on industrial production environments and existing network systems, efforts are being made to make breakthroughs in emerging technologies such as 5G super uplink, high-precision indoor positioning, deterministic networks, and high-precision time synchronization. These efforts aim to overcome the limitations of 5G in terms of its ability to support industrial applications that require high real-time performance, high reliability, and high precision in complex industrial scenarios. Leverage the roles of the **Industrial Internet Standards Coordination Group, the Overall Planning Group, and the Expert Advisory Group** to coordinate efforts among the China Communications Standards Association (CCSA) and other relevant industry standardization organizations; research and develop a standard system for the integration of 5G and the industrial internet, and improve the standards related to integrated technologies and applications. The notice calls for accelerating the research, development, and industrialization of products that integrate 5G with the industrial Internet. It also urges progress in the development and commercialization of industrial-grade 5G chips and modules, gateways, as well as communication devices such as industrial multi-access edge computing (MEC). Additionally, it aims to foster innovation through the integration of 5G technology with industrial control systems such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and distributed control systems (DCS), thereby cultivating industries characterized by the combination of 5G and the industrial Internet. The notice calls for accelerating the deployment and implementation of network technologies and products related to \"5G + industrial Internet\", conducting in-depth research on key issues such as the deployment architecture of 5G networks in factories, network configuration, service deployment, network and data security, as well as spectrum allocation, in order to develop network deployment architectures and solutions suitable for key industries. Encourage basic telecommunications companies to leverage 5G standalone networking and related applications to design, build, and manage industrial Internet internal networks for industrial enterprises that meet the requirements, thereby exploring sustainable business models. The notice calls for enhancing the capacity for innovative applications of \"5G + industrial Internet\", establishing 5 public service platforms for the construction and renovation of internal networks. Through the Industrial Internet Innovation and Development Project, 5 service platforms for the network-based transformation and promotion of 5G in industrial enterprises will be created. Network testing environments that enable industrial enterprises to carry out research, development, and testing of 5G applications will also be developed. Templates for the construction and renovation of internal networks using \"5G + industrial Internet\" will be provided to small and medium-sized enterprises, along with application consultation and research and development training, in order to improve the capabilities of public services. The notice requires the identification of 10 key industries for \"5G + industrial Internet\" applications. Based on the principles of relatively widespread adoption, high degree of integration, significant impact on the industry, and presence in the upstream and midstream segments of the industrial chain, these 10 industries will be selected. Local authorities are encouraged to establish pilot zones for integrated \"5G + industrial Internet\" applications, develop park-level networks for this technology, and drive innovative integration of 5G technologies in various vertical industries. The notice requires the identification of 20 typical application scenarios for \"5G + industrial Internet.\" By leveraging initiatives for the innovative development of the industrial Internet as well as pilot projects in this area, it is intended to create model projects and benchmarks for the construction and renovation of internal networks using 5G and industrial Internet technologies. Industrial enterprises are encouraged to combine the optimization of their production processes with the construction and renovation of internal networks, so as to extend the deployment of 5G networks from peripheral aspects of production to its internal processes. At least 20 replicable and scalable typical industrial application scenarios should be identified, thereby creating a demonstrative effect that promotes the construction and renovation of internal networks using 5G and industrial Internet technologies. In addition, “5G+industrial internet” test beds are being established, and enterprises, universities, research institutions, and industry alliances are encouraged to jointly create such test beds in order to carry out research and development, testing, and evaluation of integrated technologies, standards, equipment, and solutions. Focusing on the 10 key industries of “5G + industrial Internet,” all parties are encouraged to collaborate in building industry application test beds in order to enhance the innovation capabilities for 5G applications in these specific sectors. “Plan for Promoting the “5G + Industrial Internet 512 Project”: The industrial internet is a key enabler of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, while 5G represents an important direction in the evolution of next-generation information and communication technologies. Both play a vital role as driving forces behind the digital transformation of economies and societies. The innovative development resulting from the integration of 5G and the industrial Internet will drive the manufacturing sector to shift from the use of information technology on a single, localized basis to a more digital, networked, and intelligent approach. It also creates broader market opportunities for 5G, thereby providing strong support for the development of strong manufacturing and networking capabilities in a country. At present, China’s industrial sector is showing increasing enthusiasm for promoting integrated innovation between 5G and the industrial Internet. The construction and renovation of internal networks based on the \"5G+industrial Internet\" approach are covering an ever wider range of industries, with its applications continuing to extend to the core aspects of production and manufacturing. This leads to a multiplier effect as well as tremendous potential for further application. However, the integrated innovation of 5G and the industrial Internet is still in its infancy; the industrial foundation needs to be further strengthened, appropriate development models need to be explored, and the development environment needs to be further improved. This plan is formulated to accelerate the implementation of the “5G+Industrial Internet” 512 Project and to promote high-quality integration and innovation between 5G and the industrial internet. I. Development Goals By 2022, a number of key 5G technologies tailored to the specific needs of the industrial Internet will be developed, thereby significantly enhancing the industrial support capabilities of \"5G + industrial Internet\" ； Establish 5 industrial public service platforms to build innovation hubs and public service capabilities ； Accelerate the pilot applications of “5G + industrial Internet” in specific sectors, with the renovation of internal networks covering 10 key industries ； Create a number of benchmark and model projects for the construction and renovation of \"5G+industrial Internet\" internal networks, resulting in at least 20 typical industrial application scenarios ； Foster an innovative environment in which 5G and the industrial Internet integrate and complement each other, driving mutual progress and accelerated development; this will facilitate the digital, networked, and intelligent transformation of the manufacturing sector and promote high-quality economic growth. II. Enhancing the industrial capabilities related to key technologies in “5G + industrial Internet” networks (1) Strengthening research on technical standards for “5G + industrial Internet”. By taking into account industrial production environments and existing network systems, efforts should be made to make breakthroughs in emerging technologies such as 5G super uplink, high-precision indoor positioning, deterministic networks, and high-precision time synchronization. Additionally, it is necessary to overcome the limitations associated with 5G’s ability to support industrial applications that require high real-time performance, reliability, and precision in complex industrial settings. Leverage the roles of the **Industrial Internet Standards Coordination Group, the Overall Planning Group, and the Expert Advisory Group** to coordinate efforts among the China Communications Standards Association (CCSA) and other relevant industry standardization organizations; research and develop a standard system for the integration of 5G and the industrial internet, and improve the standards related to integrated technologies and applications. (II) Accelerate the research, development, and industrialization of integrated products based on “5G + industrial Internet”. Speed up the development and commercialization of industrial-grade 5G chips and modules, gateways, as well as communication devices such as industrial multi-access edge computing (MEC). Promote innovative integration of 5G technology with industrial control systems such as programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and distributed control systems (DCS), and foster industries characterized by “5G + industrial Internet”. (III) Accelerate the deployment and implementation of network technologies and products for “5G + industrial Internet”. Conduct in-depth research on key issues such as the deployment architecture of 5G networks in factories, network configuration, service deployment, network and data security, and spectrum allocation, in order to develop network deployment architectures and solutions suitable for key industries. Encourage basic telecommunications companies to leverage 5G standalone networking and related applications to design, build, and manage industrial Internet internal networks for industrial enterprises that meet the requirements, thereby exploring sustainable business models. III. Enhancing the capacity for innovative applications of “5G + industrial Internet”
(A) Establishing 5 public service platforms for the construction and renovation of internal networks. Relying on the Industrial Internet Innovation and Development Project, 5 service platforms will be created to facilitate the 5G-based network transformation in industrial enterprises; network testing environments will be set up to support the research, development, and testing of 5G applications in industrial firms. Templates for the construction and renovation of internal networks using “5G + industrial Internet” will be provided to small and medium-sized enterprises, along with application consultation services and training programs, thereby improving the capabilities of these public service platforms. (II) Selection of 10 key industries for “5G + industrial Internet” Development: Based on the principles of relatively widespread application, high degree of integration, significant impact on the industry, and presence in the upstream and midstream stages of the industrial chain, 10 key industries have been identified. Local authorities are encouraged to establish pilot zones for the integrated application of “5G + industrial Internet” and to develop park-based networks for this technology, thereby fostering innovative integration of 5G technologies in various vertical industries. (III) Identify 20 typical application scenarios for “5G + industrial Internet”. By leveraging initiatives for the innovative development of the industrial Internet as well as pilot projects in this area, a number of model projects for the construction and renovation of internal networks using 5G + industrial Internet will be created. Industrial enterprises are encouraged to combine the optimization of their production processes with the construction and renovation of internal networks, so as to extend the deployment of 5G networks from peripheral aspects of production to its internal processes. At least 20 replicable and scalable typical industrial application scenarios should be identified, thereby creating a demonstrative effect for the construction and renovation of internal networks using 5G + industrial Internet. (IV) Establishing “5G+Industrial Internet” test beds: Enterprises, universities, research institutions, and industry alliances are encouraged to work together to create such test beds, carrying out research and development, testing, and evaluation of integrated technologies, standards, equipment, and solutions. Focusing on the 10 key industries of “5G + industrial Internet,” all parties are encouraged to collaborate in building industry application test beds in order to enhance the innovation capabilities for 5G applications in these specific sectors. IV. Enhancing the capacity to supply resources for “5G + industrial internet” (1) Establishing a project database for “5G + industrial internet” A reporting mechanism for “5G + industrial internet” projects will be developed through various channels, including local industry and information technology authorities, telecommunications regulatory bodies, industrial internet industry alliances, and basic telecommunications companies. High-quality projects will be selected and included in this database, so as to gain a comprehensive understanding of the actual needs and progress related to the development of “5G + industrial internet” in China; the database will be updated on an ongoing basis. (II) Cultivating suppliers of “5G + industrial internet” solutions: Through initiatives such as the Industrial Internet Innovation and Development Project, pilot projects for the industrial internet, and **new-type industrialization demonstration bases (in the field of industrial internet), support is provided to basic telecommunications companies, communication equipment manufacturers, and industrial enterprises to leverage their respective strengths and expertise in order to expand their services related to the construction and renovation of industrial internet internal networks. This approach aims to foster a group of solution providers who have knowledge both of 5G and of industrial applications. (III) Establish a supply resource pool for “5G + industrial internet”: Select high-quality service providers of various types for “5G + industrial internet”, create a supply resource pool, and make it available to the public. Leveraging industry organizations such as the Industrial Internet Industry Alliance and the 5G Application Industry Cluster, efforts are made to foster practical cooperation between supply and demand sides in the construction and transformation of internal networks for “5G + Industrial Internet”. V. Strengthening publicity, guidance, and experience sharing (1) Enhancing publicity and guidance: Focus on the construction, transformation, and application of industrial Internet internal networks. Encourage the holding of various activities such as seminars on \"5G + Industrial Internet\", exchange meetings, and industry summits. Promote and showcase the significant value and typical cases of constructing and transforming industrial Internet internal networks using 5G, so as to further build consensus among all parties and create a favorable environment. (II) Conduct experience summarization and dissemination to guide local areas in formulating implementation plans for utilizing 5G technology to build and upgrade industrial Internet internal networks, thereby improving the development level of 5G and industrial Internet in those areas and creating innovative application models with regional characteristics. It guides the Industrial Internet Industry Alliance and the 5G Application Industry Consortium in compiling and releasing the \"White Paper on the Integrated Development of 5G and the Industrial Internet\", a collection of case studies on the construction and transformation of internal networks for \"5G + Industrial Internet\", as well as annual reports, in order to identify pathways and models that suit the actual needs of China’s industrial development.