Development of smart Sorting and counting machine for industrial application

Abstract

This work aims to implement industrial automation landscape by developing efficient systems to connect disparate machines and devices in an industrial environment. By creating an automated, centralized platform accessible via the internet, users can control and monitor all machines in the industry from one place. This work particularly focusses on the conveyor belt application in industry and the implementation of Industry 4.0 in Industries. To achieve this, Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), Internet of Things (IoT) and Internet of Services technologies are used. These technologies enable efficient operation and monitoring of conveyor systems, ultimately leading to increased productivity, reduced downtime and increased safety. The proposed system provides real-time data for decision-making and optimization, ultimately paving the way for the future of Industry 4.0 in the conveyor belt industry. IoT and Industrial automation is the technology that can be utilized to reduce human interventions and manual overhead in the system to monitor as well as to indicate any errors in the system. Artificial Intelligence could also be used to control and monitor the industry. IoT is not a technology basically it is an ecosystem with Industry Specific Implication. In many Industries monitoring of belt conveyor application is manual with an operator, particularly for sorting application based on color, shape and size of the object. Industry 4.0 leans towards the use of sensor and internet of things to achieve these functions with no errors. This work is an effort made to realize the  use of IoT and Industry 4.0 for sorting and counting application in an industrial environment like conveyor belt applications.