Ransomware, phishing, viruses: If it’s connected to the internet, someone’s probably trying to hack it. Threats are everywhere in today’s digital world, and now that factories run on smart technology, it’s not just laptops at risk. Industry 4.0 has moved manufacturing from traditional methods to smart, automated systems (think robots and sensors on the factory…
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Imagine a factory where machines, robots, and sensors are all talking to each other, like nerves sending signals to a brain. Before a human notices anything, the system’s already flagged a motor that’s starting to lag and adjusted a product’s assembly in seconds. This is connected manufacturing in action. Today’s smart factories run on connected…
Imagine factories where robots handle the heavy lifting and engineers adjust machines using virtual models—all while reducing waste and pollution. This is the future of industrial technology. In this article we’ll explore how Industry 4.0 and beyond will shape the way we work, create, and innovate. Smart Factories: The Changing Face of the Industry Sector …
Imagine stepping onto a factory floor where robotic arms work with laser precision, smart sensors detect issues before they happen, and AI keeps production running without a hitch. This isn’t science fiction. It’s the reality of today’s industrial world. As robots take on risky and time-consuming tasks, they’re not just transforming how we manufacture. They’re…
Steam, electricity, and automated machines have underpinned fundamental shifts in how people live and work, and each has been the driver behind its own industrial revolution. But while their lasting impact has been substantial, none of these revolutions have been “smart.” That changed with Industry 4.0. As the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” Industry 4.0 has introduced…
The 1920s saw tremendous leaps forward in industrial operations. Spearheaded by Henry Ford, factories moved to assembly line production, facilitating the mass production of cars and all manner of consumer goods. Mechanization became widespread and electric power supplanted steam power, both markedly increasing productivity. Factory workers themselves would have to wait for workplace progress, however,…
If you’re seeking an online bachelor’s degree in industrial technology, you’ll find options such as Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology and Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences in Industrial Technology. Unless you understand the differences between these similarly named online programs, how can you decide which one might be best for you? The University…
Technology is a primary driver of commerce and government today, keeping operations running smoothly for countless organizations worldwide. The University of Texas Permian Basin offers technology-focused online degree and certificate programs that can help you develop greater career expertise and professional potential. Created and taught by some of the top minds in their respective fields,…
The manufacturing sector has long relied on technology for the efficient production of goods. One obvious example is cars, which are largely built with the aid of robotic technology, though humans remain an essential part of the manufacturing puzzle. Even Elon Musk, creator of the fully electric Tesla, admitted that his idea for a completely…
Industrial technology is easy enough to define: a field of study devoted to improving the productivity, profitability, and safety of industrial processes through the application of engineering and manufacturing technology. Types of industrial technology include chemical, mechanical, and electrical processes that aid in production. The role of an industrial technologist, however, is far more difficult…
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