2022· International Journal of Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics· Vol 5, pp. 01-14· 0 citations
TL;DR
This paper presents a comprehensive study of edge-cloud orchestration strategies tailored for scalable industrial automation systems, and reveals that intelligent orchestration can significantly enhance operational efficiency, system scalability, and responsiveness in industrial settings.
Abstract
Industrial automation systems are undergoing a rapid transformation driven by the convergence of edge and cloud computing under the umbrella of Industry 4.0. These systems demand scalable, resilient, and low-latency computational infrastructures to support data-intensive and time-critical tasks. Traditional centralized cloud architectures often fall short in addressing the latency and bandwidth requirements of modern industrial environments, while edge-only solutions may lack the scalability and global coordination needed for complex workloads. This paper presents a comprehensive study of edge-cloud orchestration strategies tailored for scalable industrial automation systems. We explore dynamic workload allocation methods, latency-aware orchestration, and resource optimization techniques that enable seamless integration between edge and cloud resources. Through an in-depth analysis of architectural models, real-world use cases, and orchestration frameworks, we identify key design patterns and challenges. Our findings reveal that intelligent orchestration can significantly enhance operational efficiency, system scalability, and responsiveness in industrial settings. We also outline the open research areas and future directions toward fully autonomous and self-optimizing industrial infrastructures.
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