Revolutionizing Smart Manufacturing: Cyber-Physical Systems vs. Digital Twins Unveiled
The article discusses how technologies like the Internet of Things, cloud computing, big data analytics, and artificial intelligence are driving the development of smart manufacturing. It focuses on cyber-physical integration, which is crucial for smart manufacturing, and explores the concepts of cyber-physical systems (CPS) and digital twins (DTs). CPS and DTs enhance manufacturing systems by improving efficiency, resilience, and intelligence through real-time interaction and collaboration. While CPS and DTs share similar concepts, they differ in their origins, development, and core elements. The article reviews and analyzes CPS and DTs to highlight their differences and similarities in enhancing smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0.