Overview of Technology and Functionality Standards for Industry 4.0 and Digitalization in Mechanical Engineering

Abstract

This paper concerns the identification of current communication technologies and software functionalities from the field of digitalization and Industry 4.0, from the point of view of benefits and applicability for the machine manufacturer. To identify the relevant technologies and functionalities, research was carried out in both the descriptive and statistical literature. As a result, both technologies that are currently the most widely distributed, as well as eleven IT functionalities relevant to mechanical engineers, were identified and described in terms of their application and implementation. Furthermore, a knowledge gap was identified in the area of industry transfer in the field of Industry 4.0/digitalization.