Exploring Learning Factory Transformations in Industry 5.0

Abstract

Industry 5.0, an evolution beyond the technological advancements of Industry 4.0, emphasizes a human-centricity, sustainable, and resilient manufacturing paradigm. This shift necessitates addressing multifaceted challenges, including environmental sustainability, workforce skill gaps, human well-being, and implementation costs. Learning factories, conceived as a solution, bridge the gap between theory and practice by offering hands-on, experiential learning opportunities. However, current learning factories predominantly cater to Industry 4.0, lacking a focus on the human-centricity and sustainability crucial for Industry 5.0. This study explores the on-going transformations in learning factories and their potentials to address Industry 5.0 challenges.