Guide to Computing Fundamentals in Cyber-Physical Systems

Guide to Computing Fundamentals in Cyber-Physical Systems Synopsis

This book presents an in-depth review of the state of the art of cyber-physical systems (CPS) and their applications. Relevant case studies are also provided, to help the reader to master the interdisciplinary material. Features:

• includes self-test exercises in each chapter, together with a glossary
• offers a variety of teaching support materials at an associated website, including a comprehensive set of slides and lecture videos
• presents a brief overview of the study of systems, and embedded computing systems, before defining CPS
• introduces the concepts of the Internet of Things, and ubiquitous (or pervasive) computing
• reviews the design challenges of CPS, and their impact on systems and software engineering
• describes the ideas behind Industry 4.0 and the revolutions in digital manufacturing, including smart and agile manufacturing, as well as cybersecurity in manufacturing
• considers the social impact of the changes in skills required by the globalized, digital work environment of the future