Joydev tells us about the industrial application and many uses of Internet of Things (IoT). An exclusive for Different Truths.

The year 2007 has revolutionised the world with the most significant technological innovation in the form of the iPhone. The internet became a homely and necessary thing for people. Internet of Things (IoT) is also believed to be reborn during this period. Though the concept of IoT was discussed as early as in 1982 when the modified coke vending machine was the appliance that was first connected to the internet. The term ‘Internet of Things’ was coined by Kevin Ashton of Procter & Gamble, who viewed radio-frequency identification as essential, which would allow computers to manage individual things. Since then, the use of IoT has been recorded in many fields ranging from medical to mechanical.

The term ‘Internet of Things’ was coined by Kevin Ashton of Procter & Gamble, who viewed radio-frequency identification as essential, which would allow computers to manage individual things. Since then, the use of IoT has been recorded in many fields ranging from medical to mechanical.

Industries have also opted to become smarter with the use of IoT. Industrial IoT is the part of a bigger IoT system that focuses on the complex yet smarter business environment. It includes smart sensors, cloud servers, applications, and software platforms. IoT gateway acts as a hub between IoT devices and cloud, which receives the data sent by the sensor networks and transmits it to the cloud application server for processing and analysis. These applications are developed to handle massive amounts of data within a secured network, which is easily accessible by Smartphone applications.

Industries use IoT for various uses like Industrial Automation, Smart Robotics, Predictive Maintenance, Integration of Smart Tools, Smart Logistics management, and many more. IoT has made work easier, faster, done with accuracy with fewer hazards. Industrial Automation uses tools like PLC (Programmable Logic Control) and PAC (Programmable Automation Control), which works on the process as mentioned above i.e., connects the device with the cloud, which collects a colossal amount of data and is analyzed by software. It has also reduced the workforce requirements in the industry. Industrial IoT solutions can be used in an Industry for an overview of process flow, monitor downtime, status checking of inventory, stop/pause of a particular process, etc. remotely.

The man-machine interface design concept using smart robotics has reduced the complexity of operations as it ensures smooth handling of tools with precise accuracy and efficiency. These robotics systems are extensively adopted in the IoT enabled factories nowadays.

The man-machine interface design concept using smart robotics has reduced the complexity of operations as it ensures smooth handling of tools with precise accuracy and efficiency. These robotics systems are extensively adopted in the IoT enabled factories nowadays. Maintenance costs in such IoT industries have come down significantly. Modern machines equipped with such sensors give an early warning of any critical issue in production as it keeps monitoring the status of the machine components and detects the faults as early as possible. It avoids the downtime caused by the breakdown of any machine, delay in delivery, and many more. Status of such devices is stored in the cloud on a real-time basis, which can be remotely accessed via PCs, web interface, or even Smartphone applications. It helps in the performance analysis of each machine separately.

Smart watches and Wearables are high on demand in the market nowadays. The integration of smart sensors to such tools helps an individual in many ways. They are designed such that they give instant warning messages on any emergency. Wearables can monitor health conditions and can provide suggestions or feedback through Smartphone applications. The logistics industry has also successfully used IoT for meeting their increased demands. Though the implementation and initial costs are high and may not be recovered, they provide better efficiency, accessibility, speed, and less manpower. Encryption techniques used by IoT is one of the highly complex and enhanced ones. The data collected from the vast sensor network is connected to a highly secured gateway and cloud server platform.

Industrial IoT and its technology are growing at a massive rate, making limitless possibilities for future industries and manufacturing units.

Industrial IoT and its technology are growing at a massive rate, making limitless possibilities for future industries and manufacturing units. Adapting the IoT ecosystem for better management, cost reduction, process improvements, and overall efficiency is the need of the hour of every technologically equipped industry.

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