Jack Harmer, “Investigating the Simulation of Cyber-Physical Production Systems in Manufacturing”
Mentor: Zhen Zeng, Computer Science, Engineering & Applied Science (College of)
Poster #26
As manufacturing evolves with Industry 4.0, which introduces advanced technologies like Cyber-Physical Production Systems (CPPS) and Smart Factories, securing these systems against cyber-based threats has become increasingly important. This research explores the application of simulation tools in replicating manufacturing processes within a testbed environment, focusing on robotic arm systems in Industry 4.0 contexts. This study begins by identifying and analyzing a specific manufacturing testbed working case, including typical production workflows, machinery, processes, and associated performance metrics. Such identified working scenarios will be translated into modeling objectives within the simulation environment. The outcome of this research provides insights into the effectiveness and validity of simulation tools in capturing realistic manufacturing dynamics, and contributes to creating a reliable testing environment that helps assess vulnerabilities and ensures the security of cyber-physical systems, supporting the development of safe and secure manufacturing processes in the real world.