Digitalization and Automation in Cotton Spinning: A Review of Industry 4.0 Applications

Abstract

The advancement of industry 4.0 has significantly transformed the textile sector by introducing digitalization and automation into manufacturing process. Cotton spinning being a fundamental stage of textile manufacturing is increasingly adopting industry 4.0 technologies to improve productivity, yarn quality and operational efficiency. These technologies include the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, automation, robotics and smart monitoring systems. Their application across different spinning processes enables real-time data exchange, enhanced product control, reduced fiber damage and increased production output. This review paper examines and synthesizes existing literature on the implementation of industry 4.0 in cotton spinning, highlighting both technological advancements and their industrial impact. Despite the significant benefits, challenges such as high initial investment costs, complex system integration, data management issues, and the requirement for the skilled manpower remain major barriers to widespread adoption. Overall the review indicates that Industry 4.0 plays a crucial role in the transition of conventional spinning mills toward smart, efficient and data driven manufacturing systems. 

Keywords: Industry 4.0, Cotton Spinning, Textile Industry, Automation, Optimization, Internet of Things, Robotics, Digitalization, Working Efficiency, Cloud Computing, Big Data