Key Technology for Autonomous Driving in Connected Vehicles Based on 5G Communications

With the rapid development of intelligent transportation, significant progress has been made in the development of autonomous driving technology and the Internet of Vehicles. Autonomous driving technology has transitioned from a concept stage to practical application. The rise of 5G communication technology provides an important technical guarantee for the wide application of the Internet of Vehicles and autonomous driving. However, in the current practical application of the Internet of Vehicles and autonomous driving, challenges such as communication delays, network stability and data security persist in real-world applications. Based on existing literature and data research, this study focuses on the key technologies of 5G-based connected vehicle autonomous driving, aiming to explore how 5G communication technology can improve the performance and reliability of autonomous driving systems. The findings indicate that edge computing can significantly reduce communication delays and improve real-time performance; network slicing technology can meet the quality of service requirements of different scenarios through dynamic resource allocation; and ultra-reliable low-latency communications ensure the reliability and stability of emergency tasks. Despite current technological advancements, achieving large-scale deployment of autonomous driving in complex environments remains a critical research challenge.