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When we talk about Industry 4.0, we often just mention automation, the Internet of Things and robots, but there are several technologies related to this field
When we talk about Industry 4.0, there are several technologies that are mentioned. From the Internet of Things, through artificial intelligence, to cloud computing. Not forgetting about automation. In fact, there are many innovations that will make it possible to develop the fourth industrial revolution.
The development of cloud networks and the increasingly constant use of Big Data, not to mention the huge amount of data that will be generated by the so-called Industrial Internet of Things, will lead to the need to update the current version of the Internet Protocol. Currently, IPv4 allows four billion IP addresses, but with Industry 4.0, IPv6 will be adopted, which allows for billions more. IPv6 will therefore be a new fundamental technology enabling mass use and management of IoT objects in small and medium-sized enterprises. But also for large companies.
Cloud
We have already mentioned the cloud, this technology will become more and more efficient in the coming years. By efficiency, we mean the ability to store, manage and analyze much more data than we do today. Not only because the increasing use of IIoT objects will lead to the creation of a huge amount of data for processing. To keep corporate information well protected, there will also be security changes in the cloud.
Computer Security
Speaking of security, this will be a key aspect for any technology we will see in Industry 4.0. Hackers and malware are now increasingly specialized in targeting SMEs and businesses around the world. Therefore, in order for the company to develop, the security of production systems must not be overlooked. And in the future, we may witness attacks by rival companies being targeted. The danger of cyberespionage will therefore become a common problem that must be defended against.
Bluetooth
When talking about the connection between objects, we shouldn’t just think about the internet connection. In the same company, many machines with a short range will communicate and exchange data via Bluetooth. Of course, to support IIoT you will need the latest versions of this technology, ie Bluetooth 5.
5G connection
Smart objects in the new industry will create and work with real-time data shared via the cloud. The development of 5G connectivity will be crucial for the transmission of this amount of information. At the moment, 4G enables data transmission in 55 milliseconds. This is a fairly efficient speed, but for full automation you will need to further reduce connection times.
Data analysis
IIoT systems can collect a lot of data, but it is often fragmented information that needs to be properly analyzed. For this reason, data analysis systems will be subject to constant development in the near future. This will lead to improved production quality, preventive maintenance of equipment and better use of resources.
IA and machine learning
When we talk about Industry 4.0, we cannot forget about artificial intelligence and machine learning. AI will be used for data analysis and human-machine interactions, while machine learning will enable machines to perform their work efficiently depending on the context in which they operate.
Automation
When we talk about robots and automation in new industries, we are mistakenly thinking of many individual machines connected to each other. In fact, all machines will be managed on a single standalone platform in the future. This will take care of updating operating systems and machine protection packages. It will also send you information about performance and possible problems.
