Internet of Things and Wireless Communications in Industry

Dear Colleagues,

The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) and wireless communications within industrial environments represents a transformative leap towards the realization of Industry 4.0. This convergence facilitates unprecedented levels of connectivity, enabling seamless communication between machines, sensors, and control systems. IoT-driven solutions enhance operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, and resource optimization by providing real-time data and analytics. Wireless communication technologies—such as 5G, LPWAN, NB-IoT, and even Beyond 5G (B5G)—support the robust, low-latency, and scalable networks required for such applications.

Industries leveraging IoT and wireless communications benefit from improved automation, enhanced safety protocols, and reduced downtime, thereby fostering a more agile and responsive production landscape. Energy management is a critical area where these technologies can yield significant benefits, from smart grid applications to monitoring and reducing energy consumption across manufacturing processes. The interplay between IoT and wireless communications also supports the development of smart factories, where interconnected systems streamline operations and enhance productivity.

This Special Issue seeks to explore the latest advancements, case studies, and theoretical developments in IoT and wireless communications regarding their applications to industrial contexts. Contributions are invited to address challenges, propose innovative solutions, and present future trends that could further revolutionize industrial processes. Contributions may include the following topics:

1. Internet of Things (IoT).
2. Wireless communications.
3. Industry 4.0.
4. Smart manufacturing.
5. Predictive maintenance.
6. 5G networks.
7. Low-power wide-area networks (LPWANs).
8. Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT).
9. Energy management.
10. Industrial automation.

Prof. Dr. Chun-Cheng Lin
Guest Editor

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