Guide to Computing Fundamentals in Cyber-Physical Systems

By: Dietmar P. F. Möller

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Synopsis: This book presents an in-depth review of the state of the art ofcyber-physical systems (CPS) and their applications. Relevant case studies arealso provided, to help the reader to master the interdisciplinary material. Features: includes self-testexercises in each chapter, together with a glossary; offers a variety of teachingsupport materials at an associated website, including a comprehensive set ofslides and lecture videos; presents a brief overview of the study of systems,and embedded computing systems, before defining CPS; introduces the concepts ofthe Internet of Things, and ubiquitous (or pervasive) computing; reviews thedesign challenges of CPS, and their impact on systems and software engineering;describes the ideas behind Industry 4. 0 and the revolutions in digitalmanufacturing, including smart and agile manufacturing, as well ascybersecurity in manufacturing; considers the social impact of the changes inskills required by the globalized, digital work environment of the future.