Open for the climate: 6G in automation
Discover the transformative power of 6G in automation with our "6G in Automation" course! Dive into the fundamentals of 5G and 6G, and discover how these technologies are revolutionizing robotics. Learn how to integrate robotic systems with cellular networks using ROS, harness cloud and edge computing for real-time processing, and optimize performance with advanced QoS and cellular localization. Expect comprehensive lectures, and cutting-edge insights into 6G research. By the end, you’ll be ready to apply these technologies to real-world robotics, optimizing systems for speed, efficiency, and future advancements.
Overview
Target audience: Technicians, Engineers, R&D and production managers, Technical managers, anyone driven by a passion for enhancing efficiency and fostering innovation in robotics.
Pre-requisite knowledge: Highschool or early academic level mathematics, fundamental knowledge in networking, fundamental understanding of Linux operating systems.
Credentials: Certificate of completion
Start date: January 27, 2025
Study time in hours: 2 weeks, 7.5h per week at your own pace
Course format: Online (recorded)
Language: English
Price: 2 500 SEK
What you will learn
- Fundamentals of 5G/6G and their role in robotics: Understand the differences between 4G, 5G, and 6G, and how these technologies enable advanced robotics.
- Robotic systems integration with cellular networks: Learn best practices for connecting robots to network nodes and external processing units using ROS (Robot Operating System).
- Cloud and edge computing for robotics: Explore the benefits of offloading computationally intensive tasks to cloud and edge systems for real-time applications.
- Advanced Quality of Service (QoS) and cellular localization: Gain insights into how QoS can optimize network performance and how cellular networks aid in robot localization.
What you can expect
- Interactive lectures with real-world examples: Case studies from academia and industry
demonstrating the application of 5G/6G technologies in robotic systems. - Hands-on demonstrations: Examples of remotely controlling robots and offloading data
processing to the cloud using 5G. - Comprehensive coverage of theoretical and practical aspects: A balanced approach between the theory behind cellular networks and their practical application in robotics. Cutting-edge insights: Exposure to the latest developments in 6G research and its potential impact on robotic systems.
What is the end goal of the course
- Learn about the application of 5G/6G technologies in robotics: By the end of the course, you’ll be able to integrate these technologies into real-world robotic applications.
- Optimize robotic systems using cloud and edge offloading: Learn how to reduce latency and enhance performance by effectively utilizing cloud-based resources.
- Prepare for future advancements in 6G-enabled robotics: Equip yourself with the knowledge to stay ahead of the curve as 6G technology evolves and revolutionizes autonomous systems.
How the course will be conducted
- This is a self-pace course in English
- Approximately 15 hours of training including lectures and self-study
To pass the course
Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the course after completing a quiz.
Teacher
Rucha Sawlekar: Rucha Sawlekar is a postdoctoral researcher in Robotics and AI at Luleå University of Technology. Her work focuses on neuromorphic computing and sensor fusion for subterranean environments. She is involved in several European and VINNOVA-funded projects like OptiScrap and REBOOT Skills.
Registration
- Register here
External link.
Luleå University of Technology reserves the right to cancel the course in case of insufficient enrollment.
Contact
LTU Professional Education uppdragsutbildning@ltu.se
What is Open for the climate?
Open for the climate is an initiative funded by the Swedish government aimed at supporting society's climate transition through open, online-based education. The initiative is a collaboration between eight Swedish universities and offers short courses targeting professionals. The courses cover areas such as leadership for sustainable transformation, digitalization, circular economy, battery technology, and much more.
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