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Mechanical engineering goes digital

Smart data, self-learning machines, artificial intelligence and other trends in mechanical engineering are leading to the smart factory and Industry 4.0. The fully automated control and networking of machines are among the core tasks in many companies. Mechanical engineering has often been a pioneer in the use of advanced technologies. For example, this sector adopted the Internet of Things (IoT) long before many others had even heard of it. The mechanical engineering sector is currently focussing on cloud solutions, as-a-service business models and blockchain. Bross supports companies in the mechanical engineering sector in the development of new business models, operational excellence and shaping the global footprint are current topics. Bross’ customers include leading companies in plant and mechanical engineering in Germany and abroad.

Cloud, blockchain and other trends in mechanical engineering

Cloud & Platform

One of the trends in mechanical engineering is the cloud platform. This enables the IoT in the industrial environment, known as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The problem is that many “things” are currently not designed to connect with each other properly. This requires interoperability standards and common architectures to connect these smart devices and machines. Creating a standard system is proving difficult, but industry groups have begun to work towards this goal. Standards are helping to improve data transfer between industrial machines and devices.

Blockchain

What the industry has not yet adopted is blockchain, which is currently being used in sectors such as banking. This is one of the trends in mechanical engineering that still shows untapped potential. This technology can securely and reliably track products and components throughout their lifecycle while sharing this data across its network. Blockchain will enable engineering companies to provide more transparency in transactions within the cloud platform.