The Role of IoT and Big Data in the Fifth Industrial Revolution

Introduction

The Role of IoT and Big Data in the Fifth Industrial Revolution highlights the shift from automation-driven Industry 4.0 to the human-centered, intelligent ecosystem of Industry 5.0. The book integrates perspectives from IoT, Big Data analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Twins, and 5G-enabled IIoT to demonstrate how these innovations are transforming manufacturing, energy systems, healthcare, urban planning, and human–machine interaction.

The chapters explore IoT architectures, smart fault detection systems, big data driven optimization, and industrial cybersecurity, while dedicated sections delve into Digital Twins across multiple sectors, advanced facial expression recognition for human machine interfaces, and IoT-based energy management solutions. Real-world case studies and practical insights illustrate how emerging technologies are enabling sustainable, efficient, and resilient industrial environments.

By bridging theoretical foundations with applied advancements, this book serves as a critical resource for understanding the technological pillars and practical implications of the Fifth Industrial Revolution.

Key Features

• - Explores foundational and emerging concepts in IoT, AI, Big Data, and Digital Twins.
• - Demonstrates real-world industrial applications through practical case studies.
• - Addresses security, sustainability, and ethical challenges in smart technology deployment.
• - Integrates cross-disciplinary perspectives spanning manufacturing, healthcare, energy, and urban systems.

Target Readership

Suitable for researchers, engineers, industry professionals, and postgraduate students in computing and engineering.