CFD modeling in Industry 4.0: New perspectives for smart factories

Industrial market is becoming increasingly competitive and companies need even more advanced resources to advantage over competitors. As an example, simulation is part of Industry 4.0 technologies and a key tool for lay out re-configuration, in order to realize a flexible product customization but also to optimize manufacturing processes. For these reasons Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation can determine a competitive advantage for smart factories in the light of possibilities offered by new technologies. The research is focused on a conceptual solution to integrate CFD simulation with technologies of the Industry 4.0, in order to open new opportunities for companies in terms of in terms of growth and competitiveness.