Standards for Enabling Integration and Interoperability in Smart Manufacturing

This study focuses on the significance of standards in facilitating the integration and interoperability within the realm of smart manufacturing. The integration of information communication technology with the manufacturing sector, often known as smart manufacturing, presents novel prospects for the efficient allocation of production resources and the implementation of predictive maintenance strategies. Nevertheless, a notable deficiency exists in terms of complete standards that establish the defining attributes, technology, and facilitating elements of smart manufacturing. This article emphasizes the need of implementing cross-manufacturer standards, worldwide standardization activities, and standards pertaining to product lifecycle management and manufacturing processes. The paper also examines the significance of standards in facilitating data sharing, equipment connectivity, and product inspection within the context of smart manufacturing. The study highlights the significance of a set of standardized protocols that can effectively interoperate with one another, hence enabling efficient interchange of product data and promoting the seamless integration of intelligent manufacturing systems.