Visiting Researcher @ Industry 4.0 Lab

Politecnico di Milano

April 2019 - June 2019

I had the privilege of serving as a visiting researcher at the Industry 4.0 Lab under the guidance of Prof. Luca Fumagalli at the School of Management, Politecnico di Milano. The lab is a state-of-the-art facility designed to simulate a real-world Industry 4.0 environment, providing a tangible space for advanced research and teaching. It combines cutting-edge technologies and practical applications, offering invaluable insights into the future of smart manufacturing and digital transformation.

During my time at the lab, I was actively involved in the development of a Plug’n’Transport concept for automated guided vehicles (AGVs). This project aimed to simplify and standardize the deployment and integration of AGVs within industrial environments, making them more adaptable and user-friendly. One of the core challenges was ensuring seamless communication between different systems and to address interoperability issues arising from diverse hardware and software architectures and develop a modular approach to enable quick setup and reconfiguration of the AGVs.

Through this experience, I gained a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in implementing flexible automation solutions and contributed to designing innovative frameworks that align with the principles of Industry 4.0. This project not only enhanced my technical expertise but also enriched my perspective on how digitalization and automation can transform modern manufacturing.