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ZTE, China Telecom launch 5G industrial service platform

By Wei ZhangChina
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ZTEChina Telecom and industrial equipment company Zhejiang Supcon have jointly developed a 5G-enabled industrial service platform designed to allow specialists to remotely assist on-site maintenance personnel.

The Plantmate service platform allows on-site maintenance personnel to use augmented reality glasses equipped with high definition cameras to send real-time high definition images back to specialists over 5G.

These specialists can then diagnose and troubleshoot problems remotely, communicating with on-site personnel over voice and video as well as a shared digital whiteboard.

Users will also be able to access the maintenance specialist team at Zhejiang Supcon’s Hangzhou headquarters to obtain remote consultation and technical guidance for the company’s equipment and instruments.

The three companies have announced plans to deepen their 5G cooperation in the industrial feed in the future to help jointly promote the implementation of a 5G industrial internet.

Questions & Answers

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What is the primary function of the new Plantmate service platform?

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The platform is designed to enable specialists to offer remote assistance to maintenance personnel working on-site. It uses 5G technology to transmit real-time images and facilitate communication between teams.

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How do on-site maintenance personnel interact with the Plantmate platform?

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On-site personnel use augmented reality glasses fitted with high-definition cameras. These devices send real-time images to remote specialists, allowing for immediate diagnosis and troubleshooting of issues.

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Which companies collaborated to develop this new industrial service platform?

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The 5G-enabled industrial service platform was developed through a joint effort by ZTE, China Telecom, and Zhejiang Supcon, an industrial equipment company. The project brings together their respective expertise.

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What future plans have the three companies announced regarding their 5G collaboration?

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The companies have announced intentions to deepen their 5G cooperation within the industrial sector. Their goal is to jointly promote the wider implementation of a 5G industrial internet, suggesting ongoing development.

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