Xabier Oregui

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Xabier Oregui is a leading researcher at the intersection of industrial automation, edge computing, and the Internet of Things, with a particular focus on the transformative potential of Industry 4.0. His most-cited work, "Edge architecture for the automation and control of flexible manufacturing lines" (2024), tackles a critical challenge in modern manufacturing: bridging the traditional Operational Technology (OT) domain of PLCs and SCADA systems with the Information Technology (IT) domain. Oregui’s major contribution lies in proposing a novel edge architecture that enables real-time control and automation of flexible manufacturing lines entirely within the IT domain, a paradigm shift that promises greater agility, scalability, and data-driven decision-making. This work, with 5 citations, is already influencing how researchers and practitioners approach the convergence of OT and IT. By demonstrating that edge computing can reliably handle tasks once reserved for dedicated industrial hardware, Oregui is helping to unlock the full potential of smart factories. His research is essential reading for anyone interested in the practical implementation of Industry 4.0, cyber-physical systems, and the future of distributed manufacturing control.