Industrial Internet of Things 4.0

Industrial Internet of Things 4.0 is a comprehensive and timely resource designed to navigate the exciting and transformative landscape of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, commonly known as Industry 4.0. At the heart of this revolution lies the seamless integration of physical and digital systems, powered by the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). This book posits IIoT not merely as a collection of connected devices, but as a complex ecosystem enabling unprecedented levels of automation, optimization, and predictive capabilities across diverse industrial sectors including manufacturing, energy, logistics, agriculture, and healthcare.

This book, "Industrial Internet of Things 4.0," is born out of the necessity to bridge this gap. It is specifically designed to serve as a comprehensive, up-to-date, and globally relevant resource for undergraduate (B.Tech) and postgraduate (M.Tech) students pursuing degrees in various engineering disciplines, including Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Industrial Engineering. It also aims to be a valuable reference for researchers and industry professionals seeking to understand or implement IIoT solutions.

A key strength of this book lies in its practical orientation and alignment with modern educational philosophies. In line with the principles of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in India, the book adopts a pedagogical approach that fosters multidisciplinarity, holistic education, skill development, and practical application. It incorporates real-world examples, case studies from diverse industrial sectors (manufacturing, energy, transportation, healthcare, agriculture, smart cities), lab exercise ideas, and discussions on implementation challenges to bridge theory and practice, preparing students for industry relevance and future readiness. It encourages a mindset of lifelong learning and highlights the significance of IIoT in the Indian context, particularly its relevance to national initiatives like "Make in India" and addressing the skills gap through industry-academia collaboration.