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Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) SPPU Endsem Question Paper Nov 2023

All 8 questions from this SPPU endsem paper, as printed. Read them here or open the PDF.

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Subject code
417523B
Pattern
2019 pattern
Exam
Endsem
Session
Nov 2023
Max. marks
70
Time
2½ Hours
Semester
VII
Paper code
[6181]-407

Printed for: B.E. (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science)

Instructions to the candidates

  1. Solve questions Q.1 or Q.2, Q.3 or Q.4, Q.5 or Q.6, Q.7 or Q.8.
  2. Neat diagrams must be drawn wherever necessary.
  3. Figures to the right indicate full marks.
  4. Assume suitable data if necessary.

Questions

  1. Q1

    1. a)

      Describe the functions of the following IIoT components: i) Sensors ii) Gateways iii) Routers

      Also asked:Nov 2025

      [6]
    2. b)

      What is a cloud broker and why is it used in IIoT?

      Also asked:Nov 2025

      [6]
    3. c)

      How can WSNs be used to collect data from industrial environments?

      [6]

  2. Q2

    1. a)

      Describe the functions of the following IIoT components: i) Modems, ii) Cloud brokers iii) Servers

      [6]
    2. b)

      Explain the difference between a sensor and a transducer.

      [6]
    3. c)

      Explain the importance of data filtering and aggregation at the IIoT sensing layer.

      [6]

  3. Q3

    1. a)

      Explain how IIoT cloud platforms can be used to enable remote monitoring and control of industrial assets.

      [6]
    2. b)

      Compare and contrast the different features of leading IIoT cloud platforms (e.g. Predix, PTC ThingWorx, Microsoft Azure).

      Also asked:Nov 2025

      [6]
    3. c)

      Describe the process of designing and developing a digital twin.

      [6]

  4. Q4

    1. a)

      Identify the key factors to consider when choosing an IIoT cloud platform.

      [6]
    2. b)

      Discuss the challenges and benefits of using an IIoT cloud platform to implement a digital twin.

      Also asked:Nov 2025

      [6]
    3. c)

      Assess the security and privacy challenges associated with IIoT cloud platforms.

      [6]

  5. Q5

    1. a)

      Compare and contrast different message integrity protection mechanisms for IIoT systems.

      [9]
    2. b)

      Select and implement an appropriate identity establishment mechanism for a given IIoT application.

      [8]

  6. Q6

    1. a)

      Describe how to ensure the integrity of messages in a given IIoT system.

      [9]
    2. b)

      Define the following IIoT security components: i) identity establishment ii) access control iii) non-repudiation iv) availability

      [8]

  7. Q7

    1. a)

      Explain how smart robots can be used to improve the efficiency and productivity of industrial processes.

      [9]
    2. b)

      Assess the challenges and benefits of implementing cyber manufacturing systems in different industries.

      Also asked:Nov 2025

      [8]

  8. Q8

    1. a)

      Describe the concept of Industry 5.0 (Society 5.0). How does it build upon Industry 4.0, and what new societal challenges and opportunities does it aim to address?

      [9]
    2. b)

      Define the terms : i) smart metering ii) smart irrigation iii) smart office iv) smart logistics 

      Also asked:Nov 2025

      [8]