SENSOR TECHNOLOGIES AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS IN INDUSTRY 5A SOLUTION FOR SMART MANUFACTURING (HB 2026)

The book explores the Internet of Things (IoT) landscape, focusing on sensor technologies and wireless sensor communications. It discusses challenges in establishing interconnected sensors, network connectivity, longevity, and strategies for sustaining sensor networks in dynamic industrial environments. The book also discusses issues like tracking objects, geolocation, and network coverage optimization and highlights the impact of artificial intelligence in sensor networks and the synergies between sensor technologies and wireless communications in Industry 5.0.

Sensor Technologies and Wireless Communications in Industry 5.0: A Solution for Smart Manufacturing provides a thorough examination of the Internet of Things, with a specific focus on sensor technologies and wireless sensor communications. It delves into the latest advancements in sensor precision, communication protocols, and real-world applications, offering readers cutting-edge insights into the rapidly evolving IoT landscape. Recognizing the interdisciplinary nature of IoT, this book serves as a bridge between technology, engineering, and data science. It aligns itself with the Industry 5.0 paradigm and features contributions from top researchers in the field. By anticipating emerging trends and future directions within the IoT field, this book provides readers with valuable insights into the potential trajectories of sensor technologies and wireless communications.

Designed as a research tool and an educational resource for academic institutions, this book is essential for researchers, students, and educators seeking up-to-date information on IoT technologies.

Dr. Ramkumar K. R. currently serves as a Professor at Chitkara University, Punjab, India, where he oversees funded projects from organizations such as DRDO and C-DAC, focusing on cryptography and risk assessment models. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering, awarded by Anna University, Chennai, India. With 22 years of teaching and 15 years of research experience, his expertise spans various domains, notably Network Security, Cryptography, and Post Quantum Cryptography. He leads the implementation of cryptographic algorithms on Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) for ASIC designs, and his work extends to Mobile Ad Hoc Networks and the Internet of Things (IoT), where he addresses issues related to routing overhead, key management, cluster management for congestion mitigation, and security enhancements. Dr. Ramkumar also serves as the head of the Centre of Excellence for Cyber Security and Artificial Intelligence Lab at Chitkara University. He has published over 70 research articles featured in esteemed international journals and conferences, boasting strong impact factors. To add to his accolades, he has earned 25 patents in his name.

Dr. Bhupendra Singh is currently a senior scientist at DRDO, India. He is an alumnus of Allahabad University, IIT Madras, and Masaryk University Brno, Czech Republic. His areas of research include the design and analysis of symmetric key cryptographic algorithms, the design and analysis of quantum-safe cryptographic algorithms and protocol, and the construction of cryptographically significant Boolean functions and S-Boxes. Dr. Singh was the Panelist of Vaishwik Bharatiya Vaigyanik Summit (VAIBHAV-2020) in Quantum Technology Vertical, organized by PMO. He received the technology group award in 2007 and 2016. He had guided several B. Tech. and M. Tech. students. He was also elected as an executive committee member of the Cryptology Research Society of India from 2015 onward and is also a Life member of Ramanujan Mathematical Society and a Life member of the International Academy of Physical Sciences. Dr. Singh has published several papers in national and international conferences and journals.

Dr. Lei Pan is currently an Associate Professor with the Centre for Cyber Resilience and Trust (CREST), School of Information Technology, Deakin University, Australia. He received a Ph.D. degree in computer forensics from Deakin University, Australia, in 2008. He leads the research theme ‘Advancing Cyber Security Technologies’ at CREST. His research interests cover broad topics in cybersecurity and privacy. He has authored 150 research papers in international journals and conferences.

Dr. Ankit Sharma holds the position of Head of the Chitkara University publications division of the Research and Innovation Network (CURIN) Department, Chitkara University, Punjab, India. He received his doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, India. He has more than 10 years of experience in academics, research, consulting, training, and industry. Dr. Sharma is also organized the international conference-ICEMSMCI 2023 and served as the General chair and convenor. He has authored numerous national and international publications, holds the position of managing and special issue editor and is also on the review board of several SCI, Scopus, and Web of Science-indexed journals. He has filed/published 30+ International patents and is also the series editor for the series entitled ‘Innovations in Smart Manufacturing for Long-Term Development and Growth’ with CRC Press, Taylor and Francis.