Industrial Automation in the Era of AI
Language: English
Published by Independently Published, 2025
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- Title
- Industrial Automation in the Era of AI
- Author
- Len Mei
- Publisher
- Independently Published
- Publication year
- 2025
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 13
- 9798309590599
- Item weight
- 191 grams
- Dimensions
- 15.24 x 0.76 x 22.86 cm
The book begins by introducing the concept of Industry 4.0 and its foundational elements. It explores the role of automation in enabling intelligent manufacturing, discusses the benefits of Industry 4.0, and provides a glimpse into its future. This sets the stage for understanding how interconnected systems and smart technologies are creating more efficient and adaptive production environments.
Next, the focus shifts to the critical aspects of maintaining and optimizing industrial equipment. Topics such as predictive and preventive maintenance, fault detection models, and Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) are covered, emphasizing the importance of reliability and performance in modern manufacturing.
The discussion then turns to the key components that make up automated factories. From industrial robots and programmable logic controllers (PLCs) to human-machine interfaces (HMIs) and distributed control systems (DCS), the book provides a detailed look at the technologies driving factory automation. Building on this foundation, it explores the software and systems that integrate these components, such as Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). These platforms highlight how data-driven solutions streamline operations and enhance productivity.
The role of data automation is also thoroughly examined, underscoring the importance of big data, digital twins, and automated process control in modern manufacturing. The book explains how data automation enables real-time decision-making, improves fault detection, and supports design automation, paving the way for smarter and more responsive production systems.
The versatility of automation across various industries is showcased, with examples from sectors such as chemicals, automobiles, pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, fashion, agriculture, and entertainment. Each example highlights industry-specific challenges and solutions, demonstrating the transformative impact of automation.
Finally, the book explores emerging technologies and future trends, such as lights-out factories, edge AI, natural language processing, and cloud computing. It envisions a future where manufacturing is increasingly autonomous, efficient, and interconnected.
This book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand and navigate the rapidly evolving world of Industry 4.0 and automation. It combines theoretical insights with practical applications, offering a roadmap for leveraging these technologies to drive innovation and competitiveness in the manufacturing sector.
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