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In the field of intelligent manufacturing, new progress has been made again. Audi and Ericsson, the Swedish network operator, jointly launched a new pilot project of human-computer interaction. The first application case of the project is to connect the automatic production robot through 5g technology to solve the personal safety problem in the production process. The application of 5g technology in the field of manufacturing will bring infinite possibilities: in the future, real-time communication without delay is the premise to ensure the smooth cooperation between wireless robots and workers. The difference between 5g technology and other mobile communication technology is that it has higher reliability and can respond quickly in extremely complex operation process. Therefore, 5g technology is particularly suitable for the communication connection between sensors, human operated machines and equipment. Audi is also working with Ericsson to explore the application of 5g technology in the field of automobile production, using industrial robots to install airbag modules into Audi's steering wheel. In addition, the machine is equipped with safety sensors to make the production process safer. Once a person passes through the light curtain of the machine, the machine will stop automatically. Because 5g technology realizes the ultra-low delay of only about 1 millisecond from end, it greatly facilitates the high frequency (Fieldbus) communication. 5g technology makes human-computer wireless interaction a reality. Audi production lab is testing the application of 5g technology in industrial scenarios such as automobile production. Dr. Henning L ö ser, head of Audi production laboratory, said: "in 2018, Audi and Ericsson jointly announced cooperation. As part of this cooperation project, we are testing the application of 5g technology in the industrial production field in the intelligent factory of Audi production laboratory. These projects will help us understand how to maximize the effectiveness of wireless communication networks in smart factories. " In this project, Audi and Ericsson focus on the use cases with high delay requirements, such as the interaction with industrial robots. Since 2018, Audi and Ericsson have continuously tested the application of 5g mobile communication technology in automobile production. "5g technology realizes ultra-low delay and fully meets the performance requirements of industrial automation," said Marie Hogan, head of Ericsson's mobile broadband and Internet of things business. "Getting rid of cables" is a landmark turning point in the era of industry 4.0. "