Cyber-physical systems (CPS) are engineered networks for
controlling a system of physical devices and computational algorithms. CPS from
bird eye view are the integration of tangible systems with intelligent
technology, informed via virtual component i.e. internet and have embedded
humans for decision making. In CPS the embedding of communication and
computational skill into physical mechanisms offers advance connection of
humans with the technology. CPS also network with other cyber systems for data
acquisition. Cyber-physical systems once advanced and out of their infancy
stage, have potential to make the interaction of humans with the world a
phenomenal experience.
Applications of Cyber-Physical Systems
Medicine
In the field of medicine, cyber-physical systems are inevitable.
When a patient visits a medical practitioner, it will be convenient for the
practitioner to access the previous history of the patient already recorded
electronically. It will also be beneficial for the patient to get correct
prescription or test at the time it matters. CPS transfer & record the
medical data and trigger real-time alarms in case of emergency such as sudden fluctuations
in blood pressure levels. CPS keep the humans in closed-loop for controlling
and taking medical decisions.
Vehicles
There is always a chance that the engine temperature shoots up
suddenly or vehicle components such as steering & brakes get weary
especially during long drives. Information about these faults is essential to
avoid any potential accidents. CPS have capability to signal such shortcomings
in advance. CPS also offer real-time control of the automobile & navigation
systems to the operator and internet access to the passengers. Human-centric
needs like trip safety can be catered better, when the embedded humans have
understanding of the overall integrated system and when they are efficiently
assessing the signals.
Home automation
A home can be transformed into smart space when a virtually
controlled intelligent system is integrated in to the system of the home
appliances. Role of CPS in smart space includes but not limited to the control
of lighting, air conditioner, fridge, and even in cooking. Via home control
system, signals can be sent to appliances for required function. Faulty
appliances can send the message to the control and monitoring station for a
quick fix.
Smart living
The cyber-physical systems if and when integrated into daily stuff
that are not by default embedded with virtual intelligence for example keys,
spectacles, wallet, cell phone charger or you name it like your favorite ear
rings, then living will be intelligent and smart. Imagine you don’t need to squirrel
around whole home for car keys, or dive into closet for a pair of ear rings.
Simply get embedded into cyber-physical system virtually and locate any
wearable or day-to-day use item.
To live smart you have to think smart!
Conclusion
Once the cyber-physical systems have rooted into the cyber world &
become fruitful and have less or controllable security issues, the mankind
perspective of how we vision & interact with the world would entirely be
prodigious. The future of CPS depend upon how the real-time real things of the perceptible
world are visualized & transformed into the virtual entities of the cyber
space. CPS must have embedded intelligence with self-adapting capabilities to
semantic environment and to human-centric needs.
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