Time Series Management in Data Acquisition and Analysis for Prototyping in Production Engineering

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Abstract

The growing adoption of data-driven techniques to analyze sensor data in production engineering reinforces the significance of time series in research and development. In this context, time series management is on the verge of being reconceptualized. Modern data mining pipelines depend on seamless data flows and reproducible datasets. However, data acquisition and analysis are often treated as separate processes, creating a disconnect between tools. To create a unified time series management system for acquisition and analysis, two challenges must be addressed: contrary storage requirements and rapidly evolving information models.This paper proposes a data management solution for time series and related metadata for mechanical engineers seeking to aggregate and analyze data from machine prototypes, test beds, or small pilot lines. The solution integrates the previously disparate activities of data acquisition and analysis. This includes incorporating new sensors, as well as creating, augmenting, and analyzing labeled datasets. The solution is flexible by design and can be used with information models from OPC UA companion specifications, Asset Administration Shells, or as a standalone. A detailed description of the setup, tools, and validation on a machine tool is provided.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2025 IEEE 30th International Conference on Emerging Technologies and Factory Automation, ETFA 2025 - Proceedings
EditorsLuis Almeida, Marina Indria, Mario de Sousa, Antonio Visioli, Mohammad Ashjaei, Pedro Santos
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Pages1-8
Number of pages8
ISBN (electronic)9798331553838
ISBN (print)979-8-3315-5384-5
Publication statusPublished - 21 Oct 2025
Peer-reviewedYes

Publication series

SeriesInternational Conference on Emerging Technologies and Factory Automation (ETFA)
ISSN1946-0740

Conference

Title30th IEEE International Conference on Emerging Technologies and Factory Automation
Abbreviated titleETFA 2025
Conference number30
Duration9 - 12 September 2025
Website
Degree of recognitionInternational event
LocationUniversity of Porto
CityPorto
CountryPortugal

External IDs

ORCID /0000-0001-7540-4235/work/197319377
Scopus 105021837937

Keywords

Keywords

  • Data acquisition, Machine learning, Machine tools, Manufacturing automation, Metadata, Pipelines, Production engineering, Prototypes, Research and development, Time series analysis, Data Management, Machine Learning, Machine Tools, Time Series Analysis