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Internet of Things: Development Intelligent Programmable IoT Controller for Emerging Industry Applications.

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This study introduces an intelligent, programmable IoT controller using the Theory of Constraints (TOC) to enhance smart manufacturing. The controller simplifies PLC integration, enabling efficient Industry 4.0 applications for small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Area of Science:

  • Industrial Automation
  • Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Manufacturing Systems

Background:

  • Industry 4.0 relies on seamless connectivity for smart manufacturing.
  • Connecting Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to IoT systems presents challenges.
  • Existing solutions may lack flexibility and ease of integration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a wireless Wi-Fi intelligent programmable IoT controller.
  • To apply the Theory of Constraints (TOC) for overcoming integration limitations.
  • To facilitate easy control of PLCs and enable comprehensive IoT applications.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized TOC-focused thinking steps to guide development.
  • Developed a novel flow language process control syntax.
  • Integrated the controller with PLCs for wireless Wi-Fi connectivity.

Main Results:

  • Successfully developed an intelligent, programmable IoT controller.
  • Demonstrated efficient PLC connectivity and control using flow language.
  • Verified functionality with oil-water mixer equipment and a marine boiler application.

Conclusions:

  • The TOC-based IoT controller effectively bridges PLCs and IoT for smart manufacturing.
  • The developed flow control language supports PLC-derivative applications.
  • This research empowers SMEs to adopt Industry 4.0 technologies.