🏭 Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) What is IIoT? The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) refers to interconnected sensors, instruments, and devices used in industrial settings — like manufacturing, energy, transportation, and utilities — to collect and analyze data to improve operational efficiency, safety, and decision-making. 🔧 Key Components of IIoT Sensors and Actuators: Measure temperature, pressure, vibration, flow, and more. Connectivity: Wired (Ethernet) or wireless (5G, LPWAN) networks to transmit data. Edge Devices: Local processing units that analyze data close to the source. Cloud Platforms: Centralized storage and advanced analytics. Analytics & AI: Predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, process optimization. Control Systems: Automated control of machinery and processes. 🏭 Common IIoT Applications Predictive Maintenance: Monitor equipment health to predict failures before they occur. Asset Tracking: Real-time monitor...