Industry 5.0: Key Technologies and Drivers

This edited book aims to comprehensively examine the current research trend, state-of-the-art IoT applications, deployment issues, potential challenges, and future research scopes related to Industry 5.0 and Industry 5.0-enabled technologies such as Blockchain, edge computing, 5G, and cloud computing. The book aims to provide a thorough understanding of the application specifications and related issues of IoT in the fields of healthcare 5.0, predictive maintenance, sustainable cities, and transportation systems.

Readers of the book will gain valuable insights into applying the concepts to real-world applications and will be introduced to the latest tools, software, and simulations available for experimenting with Industry 5.0 and ideas about diverse IIoT data analysis. The book will also provide valuable insights into the use of AI tools and algorithms for designing intelligent systems to tackle Industry 5.0 issues. It is of great value to readers interested in understanding the integration of Blockchain, edge computing, 5G, and its sister technologies with IIoT and the research scope to solve Industry 5.0 issues.

Dr. Indranil Sarkar currently serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Oslo, Norway, brings five years of rich research experience to the table. He earned his PhD from NIT Raipur, India, and has since delved into various facets of technology, contributing significantly to national and international journals and conferences. His expertise lies in the realms of IoT, Fog/Edge Computing, 6G, Machine Learning, and the evolving paradigms of Industry 4.0 and 5.0.

Dr. Abhishek Hazra an Assistant Professor at the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Indian Institute of Information Technology Sricity, has established himself as a seasoned researcher. With a background that spans prestigious institutions like IIT(ISM) Dhanbad and NIT Manipur, he has also honed his skills at the Communications and Networks Lab, National University of Singapore. As an Editor/Guest Editor for esteemed publications like FGCS, Physical Communication, and Computer Communications, Dr. Hazra's expertise traverses IoT, Fog/Edge Computing, 6G, Machine Learning, and the dynamic landscape of Industry 4.0 and 5.0.

Dr. Poonam Maurya, currently serving as a Postdoc Fellow at the Department of Electronic Systems, Aalborg University, has showcased her prowess in the domain of technology. Having submitted her PhD thesis at Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai, Dr. Maurya's academic journey has been marked by excellence. She completed her bachelor’s degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from National Institute of Technology Hamirpur, India. Her research interests are centered around Internet of Things communication protocol, LoRaWAN, Wireless Sensor Network, and Machine Learning, reflecting a deep understanding of cutting-edge technologies shaping Industry 5.0.