Current Volume 9
A Comprehensive Review of Industry 4.0 Technologies and Their Applications in Manufacturing
Abstract
Industry 4.0 represents the integration of digital technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), automation, artificial intelligence, and data analytics into modern manufacturing systems. This review paper presents a comprehensive analysis of Industry 4.0 technologies and their applications in manufacturing industries. More than 30 peer-reviewed research articles published between 2013 and 2024 have been reviewed to identify key technological trends, industrial applications, benefits, and implementation challenges. The study highlights how Industry 4.0 enhances productivity, flexibility, quality, and decision-making in manufacturing environments. In addition, the paper discusses current limitations and identifies future research directions, particularly for small and medium-scale industries. This review aims to provide researchers and practitioners with a structured understanding of Industry 4.0 adoption in manufacturing.
Keywords
Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, Automation, IoT, Digital Manufacturing, Cyber-Physical Systems
Citations
IRE Journals:
Sudhanshu Ranjan, Arvind Kumar Thakur "A Comprehensive Review of Industry 4.0 Technologies and Their Applications in Manufacturing" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 12 2026 Page 1980-1985 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I12-1718902
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Sudhanshu Ranjan, Arvind Kumar Thakur
"A Comprehensive Review of Industry 4.0 Technologies and Their Applications in Manufacturing" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(12) https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I12-1718902
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