Green strategy in automation and control devices and systems

The extension of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is possible in automation and control devices and systems. In this paper we have demonstrated life cycle data acquisition (LCDA) scheme, an innovative new idea in automation and control field. The scheme is implemented at the device as well as system level. Four exemplar platforms are chosen for experimentation: a sensor, an actuator, a process control system and an autonomous machine system such as AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle). It is convincing that the LCDA scheme can improve sustainability, availability, reliability as well as safety of the automation and control systems. Moreover, the LCDA scheme can support Design for Environment (DfE) attributes facilitating the emerging green technology and systems. It is also expected that recording of life cycle data can assist in the design of new generation of the devices used in the automation and control applications.