The fourth industrial revolution, Industry 4.0, propelled by increasing computational power and the momentum of digitalization and connectivity, is ushering in a new era of manufacturing. This revolution introduces concepts and technologies such as the Digital Twin (DT), Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR), and intelligent factories. The integration of DT technologies and multisensory data in autonomous mobile robots has garnered significant attention, reflecting both technological advancement and the pioneering role of modern intelligence concepts like Industry 4.0. At the heart of Industry 4.0 lies the seamless integration of the Internet of Things, big data analytics, artificial intelligence, and other advanced technologies into manufacturing processes, aiming for an intelligent and digital transformation of industry.
Autonomous mobile robots play a crucial role in Industry 4.0 as indispensable components. Their impact extends beyond enhancing manufacturing process efficiency to addressing significant challenges like flexibility and adaptability. These robots are already widespread across various sectors, from industries to healthcare, research institutions, agriculture, and households, offering promising developmental prospects.
Research endeavors, such as those conducted at the Institute of Mechanism Theory, Machine Dynamics and Robotics, focusing on DT application and anomaly detection, exemplify the progression in this field. Through projects like "Masterly," efficiency gaps are identified and bridged using DT, leading to optimized resource utilization. Anomaly detection, crucial in ensuring the absence of unexpected deviations in process metadata, has become increasingly vital in the era of Industry 4.0.
Overall, research on Digital Twins presents an opportunity to develop groundbreaking technologies and methodologies that can fundamentally alter the way products are manufactured, operated, and maintained. Understanding the full potential of this technology and optimizing its practical applications are central to embracing the transformative potential of Industry 4.0 fully.
