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aprile 21, 2021 - Sony

Sony Group and Vodafone Germany start 5G driving test of VISION-S Prototype toward the realization of highly autonomous driving and the creation of new values for cabin space

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In April 2021, the #sony Group Corporation (hereafter, “Sony”) and #vodafonegermany began #visions Prototype #5g driving tests on a #test course in #aldenhoven, #germany.

With the evolution of communication technology, adoption of the next-generation mobile communication system #5g is becoming increasingly proliferated, and technological innovations such as improved safety and convenience that take advantage of 5G’s low latency, large capacity and high speed are expected in the mobility field as well. In April 2021, the #sony Group Corporation (hereafter, “Sony”) and #vodafonegermany began #visions Prototype #5g driving tests on a #test course in #aldenhoven, #germany.

In order to maximize the performance of #5g in a real environment, it will be necessary to optimize the antenna shape and layout, as well as the modem control in the TCU (Telematics Control Unit) to maintain an uninterrupted connection even when traveling across base stations. For this project, #sony will apply various technologies and expertise that it has cultivated over the years through the development of smartphones, including hardware and software design for communication systems, the formulation of communication quality evaluation indexes, and the analysis of propagation characteristics in field tests, to the area of mobility development.

VISION-S Prototype is equipped with #5g network connectivity, which enables a continuous connection between the in-vehicle systems and the cloud, in order to synchronize data and control signals, and update the systems OTA (Over The Air). #sony will conduct driving tests to verify the possibility of low-delay transmission of various sensor data acquired from the vehicle to the cloud, and real-time control from the cloud to the vehicle, and proceed verification and development for optimization of the communication environment even in vehicles running at high speed.

Comment from Mr.Hannes Ametsreiter, CEO of #vodafonegermany.

“Real time mobile communication turns cars into databases on wheels. In our #5g Mobility Lab, the #visions Prototype learns to communicate in real time. Together with #sony, we are preparing the first prototype for #5g so that in the future new features can be imported into the car over the air and with a simple software update”

By expanding open partnerships through the #visions initiative, #sony will continue to actively promote collaboration with global companies which possess various technologies and expertise. Also, continue to contribute to the evolution of mobility by combining its cutting-edge technologies to realize #automotive safety and security, as well as in-car entertainment that brings new excitement. 

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