Cyber-physical systems (CPS) are particularly at home in the fields of Industry and Factory 4.0, the Internet of Things and automation. They combine computer technology with physical processes. This means that machines, sensors or devices are connected to each other via modern software and networks and can therefore exchange information or coordinate tasks independently.
A simple example of cyber-physical systems (CPS) is a modern production line in a car factory. Robot arms, conveyor belts and sensors work hand in hand. Sensors are used, for example, to recognise whether a component has been assembled correctly. If a sensor detects an error, the system automatically reports this to a computer, which stops production if necessary or notifies an employee. This makes processes more efficient, errors are detected more quickly and production is controlled more flexibly.
In short, cyber-physical systems (CPS) enable machines and computers to work together seamlessly. They are an important basis for many innovations in modern industry and help to automate and improve work processes.
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