Cyber-Physical Systems

CHAPTER 9 Major Advancements of Industry 4.0 to Overcome Challenges in Manufacturing during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Mohd Javaid*, Abid Haleem and Rajiv Suman

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1. Introduction

With growing levels of customization, Industry 4.0 is pushing faster and more versatile production. In the age of Industry 4.0, supply chains are quicker, more flexible, and more open. In conjunction with Big Data analytics, the combination of pervasive sensors and networking ensures that manufacturers will have complete visibility of their incoming products, knowing each shipment’s exact location and condition during the COVID-19 pandemic. Automated handling ensures that items are selected and put in the correct position. Thus, ...