Einsatz innovativer Technologien in industriellen Kompostieranlagen: Erkundung technischer und logistischer Optimierungsmöglichkeiten zur Erreichung von Standards der Industrie 4.0

Abstract

This research explores technical and logistical opportunities to achieve Industry 4.0 standards at industrial composting plants through a model-based systems engineering (MBSE) approach. As traditional composting methods rely heavily on manual labor, increased automation and innovation are necessary to meet evolving industry demands. Thus, the present study shows the advancements in the development of an autonomous compost turners through the introduction of an Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) module. The module was methodically designed using the MBSE approach, and is intended to manage the acquisition, processing, web-server transmission, and display of compost data. The study demonstrates the successful deployment of the IIoT module within an industrial environment, showing that the adoption of MBSE contributes to improving communication, reducing risk, and increasing efficiency during the engineering development phase. Thus, the implementation of these technologies significantly improves waste management processes, reduces manual labor reliance, and enhances operational efficiency.