Transforming industrial automation: voice recognition control via containerized PLC device
Abstract The article discusses the impact of voice recognition and containerization technologies in the industrial sector, particularly on Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) devices. It highlights how voice assistants like Alexa, Siri, Cortana, and Google Assistant are pioneering and pushing the fu...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2024-11-01
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| Series: | Scientific Reports |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-81172-w |
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| Summary: | Abstract The article discusses the impact of voice recognition and containerization technologies in the industrial sector, particularly on Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) devices. It highlights how voice assistants like Alexa, Siri, Cortana, and Google Assistant are pioneering and pushing the future of human–machine interfaces, with applications moving from smart homes to industrial automation. Containerization, illustrated by Docker, is transforming software deployment practices, offering benefits such as enhanced portability, modular architecture, and improved security when applied to industrial PLCs. The article introduces a novel approach to enhancing human–machine interfaces (HMIs) within industrial applications, leveraging voice recognition and containerization technologies on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Unlike traditional systems, this article integrates voice assistant with industrial PLCs through a containerized IoT architecture. This innovative framework enables efficient deployment on edge devices, supporting modular, portable, and secure operations aligned with Industry 4.0 and 5.0 paradigms. The study further includes a detailed implementation on microcontrollers and industrial PLCs, validating its application in a controlled laboratory environment and virtual model. |
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| ISSN: | 2045-2322 |