Increasing demand for smart devices and embedded intelligence is driving manufacturers in a variety of industries to invest in new production tools and technologies. Additive manufacturing, advanced sensors, augmented reality, cloud-based computing, collaborative robots and digital twins are just a few of the many trends transforming factory floors today.
The long-term goal of the Industry 4.0 era is to boost quality, improve productivity and reduce equipment downtime in an effort to make assembly lines smarter than ever. But, that demands a new breed of engineers who can stay ahead of the curve and harness the power of data analytics and digital manufacturing.