Analysing Roles of I4.0 Technologies in the Lean-Green Paradigm

Abstract

In the recent trend, many manufacturing industries are looking to develop and optimise their operational excellence to match the raising complexity of integrating lean concept and Industrial 4.0 (I4.0). Through literatures of previous researchers, the authors can state that the lean principle and concept are the backbone for the industrial operational excellence which has been the primary objective across all sectors. Industry 4.0 has numerous technologies advanced to back up the process optimisation and supplement need for greener environment in industries. In this chapter, the study primarily focusses on exploring and identifying the best suited Industry 4.0 technologies, which can enhance lean and green paradigms in industry through which a clear pathway can be created for smooth transfer of technology within a system. Also, the authors have discussed the enhancement of lean tools by application of Industry 4.0 technologies and have developed a relationship matrix between Industrial 4.0 technologies and lean practices.

Architectural Photovoltaic Application

“…PV can be installed on building envelopes and along roads, railways, or canals, and in pavement, allowing the possibility to combine energy production with other functions of the building or non-building structure (Prasad et al, 2002). The potential of combining solar energy with buildings and infrastructure is apparent because there is a lot of unused area where solar PV systems could be installed (Sijmons, 2017) Deployment of solar energy in the cities in a distributed way can extensively contribute to the issues related to peak shaving in different locations and seasons (Rüther, Knob, da Silva Jardim, & Rebechi, 2008).…”