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2020
Journal Article
Title

Exoskeletons towards industrie 4.0: Benefits and challenges of the IoT communication architecture

Abstract
The volatility and flexibility of a production line in a smart factory demands for high dynamics during the assembly tasks and repetitive movements in an un-ergonomic body posture. Hence, the workers are exposed to the danger of developing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Previous studies have reported that exoskeletons help to reduce fatigue and prevent injuries during lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and overhead-positions tasks, improving productivity in manufacturing industry. However, no studies have reported the advantages of digital integration of an exoskeletons network in a smart factory. This paper gives an overview of benefits and challenges regarding the connectivity of exoskeletons within a smart factory. Moreover, it describes the communication architecture of a cyber-physical exoskeleton network. Finally, an experimental test of fog computing structure was conducted based on IoT messaging protocols, allowing real-time data analytics for benefits of the manufacturing process.
Author(s)
Bances Purizaca, Nelson Enrique  
Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnik und Automatisierung IPA  
Schneider, Urs  
Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnik und Automatisierung IPA  
Siegert, Jörg
Universität Stuttgart IFF
Bauernhansl, Thomas  
Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnik und Automatisierung IPA  
Journal
Procedia manufacturing  
Conference
International Conference on Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing (ISM) 2019  
Open Access
DOI
10.1016/j.promfg.2020.02.087
Language
English
Fraunhofer-Institut für Produktionstechnik und Automatisierung IPA  
Keyword(s)
  • Big Data

  • Cloud Computing

  • Cyber-Physisches System (CPS)

  • Exoskelett

  • Fog Computing

  • Industrie 4.0

  • Internet der Dinge

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