Photonics in Industrial IoT: Transforming Manufacturing and Beyond

Manufacturing is undergoing a profound digital transformation, and two technologies are at the forefront of this shift: photonics and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). This book offers a comprehensive perspective on how these technologies intersect to create smarter, safer, and more productive industrial environments. By bridging the science of light generation, manipulation, and detection with intelligent, interconnected industrial systems, this work highlights how photonics-enabled IIoT can deliver unprecedented accuracy, efficiency, and automation.

Beginning with clear introductions to the foundational principles of photonics and IoT, the book builds toward their practical integration in industrial environments. It explores how photonic technologies support precision measurement, quality assurance, and process optimization, and it explains the communication protocols and standards that enable secure and reliable machine-to-machine interaction.

You’ll gain insight into how data gathered from photonic sensors can be processed using machine learning for enhanced analytics, predictive maintenance, and informed decision-making. Real-world case studies illustrate both the tangible benefits and implementation challenges of photonics-based IIoT systems across manufacturing sectors.

The book concludes with a forward-looking analysis of emerging trends, research directions, and expected advancements in photonics and industrial connectivity. As global demand for smart manufacturing accelerates, this timely work underscores the pivotal role of photonics in enabling high-speed, high-precision, and cost-efficient industrial operations―ultimately driving productivity, safety, and competitiveness in the era of intelligent automation.

What You Will Learn

• Gain an understanding of photonics technology and its application within the IIoT ecosystem
• Delve into the methods of integrating photonics with existing industrial processes
• Review the latest innovations in manufacturing that have been made possible through photonics and IIoT
• Find out the critical aspects of security and safety in photonics-integrated IIoT systems, providing readers with strategies to mitigate risks

Who This Book Is For

Individuals with a foundational understanding of industrial processes and a keen interest in IoT technological advancements in IoT looking to integrate it with photonics into their operations

Aryan Chaudhary, the Chief Scientific Advisor at BioTech Sphere Research, India, is an eminent figure in the healthcare and technology landscape, renowned for his groundbreaking contributions and innovative leadership.

Dr. Preeta Sharan is a distinguished researcher and academician with extensive expertise in photonics, optical sensors, and quantum dots. Currently She is working in The Oxford College of Engineering, Bangalore. With over 26 years of experience, Dr. Sharan has done Ph.D. from IIT BHU and Post Doctorate from IIT Kharagpur. She made significant contributions to education, research, and student mentorship. Dr. Sharan's work continues to shape advancements in medical health care devices and photonic sensors, making her a leading figure in scientific innovation and technological development industrial IoT application development. Her research spans optical networks, biosensors, leading to over 250 research publications and multiple patents. She has received many Governments Funding for executing the real time projects. Recipient of many awards from state government and international agency. She has guided 17 Ph.D. scholars in the area of Photonics and Optoelectronics.

Dr. Sandip Kumar Roy is a dedicated Professor, Researcher, and Consultant specializing in Artificial Intelligence, IoT, Photonics, and Cybersecurity. With over 20 years of experience in both industry and academia, he has made significant contributions to cutting-edge research, technological innovation, and digital transformation. His expertise spans AI-driven healthcare solutions, cybersecurity strategies, embedded systems, and data analytics, with a strong focus on solving real-world problems through interdisciplinary research.He is a recipient of multiple awards, including the IEEE, USA HCI Best Design, Geospatial Excellence, and Leadership Awards in the USA. Dr. Roy has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, delivered international keynote speeches, and led industry collaborations for AI-powered solutions.

Dr. Harshada J. Patil, is an academician with 20 years of experience, currently working as an Associate Professor in Vemana Institute of Technology, Bengaluru and an emerging researcher in the field of photonic sensors, integrated photonic circuits. She is actively involved in academic leadership and professional body activities such as IEEE. She is a senior member of IEEE Photonics Society.

Dr. Deepak Kumar completed B.Sc. Hons. Physics from Ramjas College, University of Delhi and M.Sc. Physics from Department of Physics, Kurukshetra University in India. He worked at Institute for Plasma Research (IPR) Gujarat and Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Ropar, India during his research internships. Thereafter, he joined as Junior Research Fellow at Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, India. He completed his PhD from Department of Physics, Panjab University, Chandigarh, India. Further, he worked as guest faculty at the Department of Physics, Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Hisar, Haryana and as Project Scientist I at CSIR CSIO, Chandigarh, India. He is currently working as a research fellow at School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, University of Leeds, United Kingdom. His scientific contributions involve featured article, selection of research as cover picture of journal, book chapters and patents. He has interests exploring broadly metamaterials, terahertz photonics, green composites, laser and light matter interaction.