This module introduces the fundamental concepts of Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing. Learn about the opportunities and challenges that Industry 4.0 presents for manufacturers. Discover the key technologies that underpin Industry 4.0. Understand what the future of Industry 4.0 looks like and the implications for your company.
Part 1 – Industry 4.0 Introduction and Overview (14 minutes)
- Introduction and background to Industry 4.0
- Opportunities created by Industry 4.0
- Challenges and barriers to introducing Industry 4.0
- Introduction to Society 5.0
Part 2 – Overview of Key Technologies in Industry 4.0 (30 minutes)
- Collaborative Robotics
- Additive Manufacturing
- Simulation and Digital Twins
- Virtual and Augmented Reality
- Data Integration and Industrial Internet of Things
- Cloud, Cyber Security and Big Data Analytics
- Artificial Intelligence in Manufacturing
Part 3 – Future Trends in Industry 4.0 (16 minutes)
- Industry 4.0+ as the next level of Industry 4.0
- Smart vs Intelligent Factory
- Data and intelligence driven innovation
- Biological Transformation in manufacturing
- Future trends and the shift towards sustainable manufacturing
