Trends in the Engineering Sector to Watch Out Forsubmitted on 22 April 2019
It is a gross understatement to say that engineering technology has undergone significant advancements in the past several years. Innovation in engineering available today has deviated significantly from outdated techniques at the turn of the century. Technology is so much a part of our daily lives that an ordinary person pays no attention to how things work.
But despite the growth in innovation, there is also a need to slow down and assess the current situation to maximise resources and reduce depletion. What is likely going to fuel the next coming years is a trend in adapting and enhancing available technology to meet the ongoing demands of modern society.
Connectivity and the Internet of Things
You may have heard of the term “Internet of Things” thrown around casually by tech innovators and manufacturers. The technology came about as a natural consequence of the prevalence of the internet. Although it is not new, a more extensive adaptation of IoT has only occurred in the last several years.
Since internet capacity in many areas around the world is now capable of handling the demand to automate everyday objects, IoT is no longer a concept, but common practice for many industries. Perhaps one of the main reasons why IoT is as big as it is now is because of sophisticated sensor technology. Various types of sensors such as RVDT position sensors, optical sensors, temperature sensors, and pressure sensors all play significant roles in the perfection of IoT.
What is 5G and how will it impact the telecommunications industry?
The buzz surrounding 5G is about to end as many telecommunications providers around the world gear up for its implementation. 5G is expected to achieve enhanced capability which will support interconnected devices that rely on the internet. Boosting wireless networks with 5G will mean that everyone will not worry anymore about network lags and mobile service breaking off while in the middle of performing something important while using the internet.
Automation
An interconnection of engineering innovation including IoT, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and big data will usher in enhanced automation in various sectors. In the past, automation was only executed through repetitive mechanical tasks and robotics. The future of automation, however, will expand towards improved AI adaptation, self-driving vehicles, and robots with enhanced capabilities.
Cyber-security in the engineering sector
One of the most essential aspects of modern technology is cyber-security. Without it, all devices connected to the internet will be vulnerable to attack. Engineers that specialise in cyber-security deal with network communication and technologies that resolve security issues by using a range of platforms and devices.
In many ways, the innovations discussed in this article are not the only trends that will shape the industry. With the ongoing demand for new ideas and techniques, those who are involved in the development of these technologies will likely have to continue researching and developing trends that will impact the future. What you see and experience now is only the beginning of a world that is more interconnected, sophisticated, and grounded in technology.
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