Cyber-Physical Production Systems (CPPS) are a key term in the fields of Industry and Factory 4.0, automation and the Internet of Things. They describe the connection of modern information technology with physical production systems. Put simply, CPPS ensure that machines, computers and networks in a factory communicate and work together.
Imagine various robot arms and sensors are installed in a car factory. With the help of cyber-physical production systems, these robots can exchange data in real time. For example, a painting robot knows immediately which model is currently passing by and can automatically adjust to the appropriate painting programme. This makes production more efficient and minimises errors.
Cyber-physical production systems are an important building block for the smart, networked factory of the future. They help companies to respond more flexibly and quickly to customer requirements, save resources and enable consistent product quality. In short: CPPS make production smarter - and the factory the digital centrepiece of modern industrial operations.