Development of Smart Manufacturing Kit

Industrial Automation
Position
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
@Smart Manufacturing Lab, BVM
Year
2023
Skills
PLC, HMI, OPC UA, IIoT, CodeSYS, CAD Design, Power System, Sensor Integration
Summary
Built a Smart Manufacturing Kit from scratch, involving detailed CAD design, meticulous assembly, and programming. This project enhanced understanding of smart industries and manufacturing. The kit was showcased at the National Smart Manufacturing Workshop at Birla Vishvakarma Mahavidyalaya (BVM), in collaboration with IITD-AIA Foundation for Smart Manufacturing. The Centre of Excellence: Smart Manufacturing for Industry 4.0 at the institute will leverage letest technologies for multidisciplinary research and Industry 4.0 interactions.
Goal
Establish a center providing training for students, Industry 4.0 solutions, prototyping, testing facilities, and achieving ISO certification for excellence in manufacturing.
Objectives
  • Conduct training and internships for students and industry professionals, and collaborate on research projects to bridge technology gaps.
  • Implement Industry 4.0 solutions and offer prototyping facilities with IP protection.
  • Develop testing facilities for production lines and achieve ISO certification.

Making Process

1. Component Selection

The component selection for our Smart Manufacturing Kit was a collaborative effort undertaken by the Smart Manufacturing Lab at Birla Vishvakarma Mahavidyalaya (BVM) and the IITD-AIA Foundation For Smart Manufacturing. This phase was crucial, as we meticulously chose each component to ensure it was perfectly suited to our specific requirements, laying a solid foundation for the subsequent stages of the project.

2. Desinging and Manufacturing

Building our Smart Manufacturing Kit was a transformative journey that spanned seven months, marked by meticulous planning, design, and assembly. Utilizing Autodesk Fusion 360 software, I meticulously crafted the kit’s design, paying attention to every intricate detail to ensure precision and functionality.
The real challenge and excitement began during the assembly phase. Hours were dedicated to fitting each piece in place, ensuring everything aligned perfectly. This hands-on process was both demanding and rewarding, as it brought the digital design to tangible life.

3. Programming and Testing

After completing the assembly and wiring of the kit, the programming and testing phase began. This stage was challenging, requiring multiple meetings with Turck's official technical team to address various issues related to connectivity and sensor integration. After several days of intensive work, the programming and testing were successfully completed, and the kit is now fully functional.

Workshop

This kit was presented by Professor (Dr.) Anish Vahora and me at a national-level workshop on smart manufacturing, organized by Birla Vishvakarma Mahavidyalaya and IITD AIA Foundation for Smart Manufacturing. The audience included industry experts and senior-year students. We had a great time demonstrating the kit, explaining its components, and showcasing our entirely in-house development process. The kit received high praise from both the industry experts and the attendees.

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