The Intelligent Manufacturing Innovation (IMI) research team, Deputy Executive Director Research & Development Intelligent Systems and Networks (ITSN), aims to integrate advanced manufacturing innovations to enhance industrial production, driving the transition towards Industry 4.0. This initiative seeks to strengthen competitiveness and promote sustainable manufacturing.
Vision
Driving National Development through Industry 4.0
Mission
The Intelligent Manufacturing Innovation (IMI) research team is committed to enhancing the accessibility and affordability of advanced manufacturing technologies, facilitating their adoption to improve efficiency in industrial production.
Core Technology
- Thailand i4.0 Index
The Thailand i4.0 Index provides a comprehensive assessment of a factory’s technological readiness across multiple dimensions. This enables manufacturers to set appropriate targets for technological upgrades and industry transformation. - Factory Automation
The integration of PLC, Robotics, and SCADA in industrial operations enhances efficiency through training programs and technology demonstrations via Testbed environments. This enhances Production Automation and Facility Automation capabilities, aligning with the Thailand i4.0 Index framework. - Internet of Things (IoT) & Industrial IoT
Implementing IoT in industrial settings accelerates data transmission, enabling real-time analysis of machine and product anomalies. This enhances Production Network and Facility Network capabilities, aligning with the Thailand i4.0 Index framework. - AI & Signal Processing
Leveraging AI in data processing facilitates real-time anomaly detection, improving production efficiency while reducing downtime, product defects, and equipment failures. This enhances Smart Production and Smart Facility capabilities, aligning with the Thailand i4.0 Index framework.
Services and Innovations
- Thailand i4.0 Index Assessment
Providing technology readiness evaluation services using the Thailand i4.0 Index to assess and enhance industrial transformation strategies. - Flexible Automation Testbed
A simulation platform for Industry 4.0 manufacturing processes, enabling businesses to understand and implement smart production workflows effectively. - Industrial Automation Testbed
A production line simulation that integrates multiple machines into a SCADA system, demonstrating the application of Robotics and AI in industrial automation. - Smart Maintenance Testbed
A comprehensive industrial facility simulation, showcasing how IoT technology enables real-time monitoring of utility systems and production lines. - Industrial Process Simulation Software
A simulation tool for optimizing production processes, facilitating efficient production line planning and modifications before actual investment, reducing costs and implementation time. - iSmart OEE
A real-time automated monitoring device for measuring the Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) of industrial machinery. - iSmart Maintenance
An AI-powered motor health monitoring system, providing early anomaly detection and alerts to prevent unexpected motor failures.
Members & Expertise
- Unpong Supakchukul : Thailand i4.0 Index, System Design, Programming
- Sunisa Khomsay : AI for Manufacturing, Signal Processing
- Thawatchai Kamsri : IoT, Sensors, Programming
- Raphipong Chokrungitsaranukul : Control System, Industrial Robot
- Kittipong Khomsay : Product Design, CAD/CAM/CAE
- Teeruch Janjongcam: Factory Automation, PCB Design, IoT, AI
Contact
Intelligent Manufacturing Innovation Research Team (IMI)
Deputy Executive Director Research and Development Intelligent Systems and Networks (ITSN)
National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC)
e-mail: imi[at]nectec.or.th