The book critically emphasizes security and privacy in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS), which are essential for establishing trust and resilience in interconnected systems. Practical solutions are implemented to tackle the technical issues associated with cybersecurity, including intrusion detection, data privacy, and secure communication protocols. The book examines lightweight cryptographic approaches, blockchain security mechanisms, and privacy-preserving analytics, rendering it a significant resource for mitigating vulnerabilities in industrial Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS).

This book distinguishes its own code by providing a visionary perspective on the future of Cyber-Physical Systems in Industry 4.0 and further. It examines recent advances like as quantum information technology, AI-driven optimizations, and sustainable manufacturing solutions, highlighting their influence on the enhancement of CPS capabilities. The concluding chapters anticipate the shift from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0, wherein human-centric and collaborative technology will transform industrial ecosystems. This book serves as a comprehensive and technically sophisticated resource for comprehending, planning, and implementing intelligent and secure Cyber-Physical Systems for Industry 4.0 applications.

Submission Guidelines

All papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference. Each abstract must be in the range of 200-300 words, and the manuscript pages must be more than 20 and a maximum of 35 pages with double-spaced lines. The book shall be submitted to major abstract and indexing Scopus. 

Table of Contents (but not limited too)

• Introduction to Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) in Industry 4.0
• Architecture and Components of Cyber-Physical Systems
• Key Enabling Technologies for CPS in Industry 4.0
• Communication and Networking Protocols for CPS
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for CPS
• Digital Twin Technology for Cyber-Physical Systems
• Big Data Analytics in CPS
• Lightweight Cryptographic Techniques for CPS
• Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) for CPS
• Privacy-Preserving Mechanisms for CPS Data
• Smart Manufacturing and Industrial Automation
• CPS in Energy Systems and Smart Grids
• Healthcare Applications of CPS
• Emerging Trends in CPS Research
• Understanding Cyber Threats and Attack
• Practical Security Measures
• Case Studies and Real-World Applications

Important Dates

1. One-page write-up (Abstract with title) ……………….25-04-2026
2. Abstract acceptance/rejection notification …………..30-04-2026
3. Full chapter submission ………………………………………..30-06-2026
4. First review notification ……………………………………....30-07-2026
5. First review submission ………………………………………..15-08-2026
6. Acceptance notification …………………………………….....30-08-2026
7. Camera-ready submission ……………………………….....15-09-2026

Book Editors

• Dr. Bhanu Chander
• Dr. Santhos A
• Dr. Ravi A

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to Dr. Bhanu Chander (email: bhanuchander@iiitm.ac.in)