Design and Implementation of an IIoT-based Monitoring System for a Remote Radio Astronomy Station: The CASIRI Case Study

Industry 4.0 has progressed rapidly due to advances in the Internet of Things (IoT), which have significantly reduced implementation costs while enhancing technological capabilities. These developments have fostered the emergence of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), particularly within scientific and industrial domains. In response to the growing demand for skilled professionals in this field, this paper presents the design and implementation of an IIoT-based monitoring system for the CASIRI radio astronomy station, a mobile platform used to characterize potential sites for radio observatories in Colombia and Antarctica. The proposed system is integrated into a broader IIoT platform designed to support both operational monitoring and educational activities. The IIoT solution features real-time data acquisition, robust hardware and software components, and reliable communication protocols within a modular and scalable architecture. Its performance and component interoperability were validated through a series of experimental tests under simulated conditions. Additionally, this work introduces educational guides to facilitate hands-on training in Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies.