The Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) is experiencing a significant evolution from its early days of centralized cloud processing to more on-edge processing.
Edge AI eliminates the need for data to travel back and forth to the cloud, thus offering real-time insights and immediate responses.
AI-based predictive maintenance models are playing a vital role in preventing equipment downtime and extending machine lifespan.
Autonomous robots and vehicles, powered by AI, are becoming increasingly prevalent in industrial settings. These machines can handle tasks like material handling and quality inspections independently, adapting to dynamic environments in real time.
By processing data locally, Edge AI benefits include enhancing data security, reducing data transmission and storage expenses, and minimizing the need for constant cloud access.
Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) play a crucial role in the AI revolution within industrial IoT, thanks to their ability to handle multiple operations simultaneously.
AR and VR technologies are also making significant inroads into industrial applications, utilizing real-time data overlays, step-by-step instructions, and remote experts, without interrupting workflow.
The evolution of neural networks is driving significant advancements in industrial IoT applications, such as Spiking Neural Networks (SNNs) and Graph Neural Networks (GNNs).
AI, AR, and GPU technologies the manufacturing industry are poised to revolutionize manufacturing processes and smart energy management and lead to a more efficient and sustainable future.
The use of AI and augmented reality (AR) is transforming industrial IoT by enabling real-time data processing.