This volume is edited by a team of four distinguished academics and researchers, each bringing unique expertise to the field of industrial engineering and robotics. Dr. Marcelo V. Garcia, from the INTELIA research group, specializes in Industry 4.0 architectures for automation and smart manufacturing. Dr. Carlos Gordon Gallegos contributes his knowledge in photonic integrated circuits, terahertz signal generation, and AI in robotics and renewable energy. Carlos Nuñez M., Mg., brings expertise in computer systems and database management, while Dr. Asier Salazar-Ramirez offers insights from his work in physiological computing and systems engineering.
Together, this editorial team represents a diverse range of academic institutions, including the Universidad Tecnica de Ambato, Ecuador, and the University of the Basque Country, Spain. Their combined experience spans various aspects of industrial engineering, computer science, electronics, and robotics, ensuring a comprehensive and cutting-edge approach to the volume. With numerous publications and research projects among them, the editors bring both theoretical knowledge and practical industry insights to curate a collection that bridges the gap between academic research and industrial application in the rapidly evolving fields of industrial engineering and robotics.