The adoption of autonomous technologies for smart manufacturing across the U.S. in recent years has driven higher ed investments in machine learning, data science, blockchain technology and advanced 3D printing. At the University of Missouri, interest in smart manufacturing is taking the form of an “Industry 4.0” lab set to open next year, with hands-on activities to teach both the information and physical aspects of the field.
According to a recent news release, University of Missouri researchers Jim Noble and Yi Wang are building out the facility with a one-year, $1 million grant from the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development. It said the lab is scheduled to open in fall 2024.
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