Ismael Cristofer Baierle

Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Universidade do Vale do Rio dos Sinos

Papers

Total Citations

306

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About

Ismael Cristofer Baierle is a prominent researcher in the fields of Industry 4.0 and sustainable development, with a particular focus on the intersection of advanced manufacturing technologies and environmental impact. His most-cited work, "Expected impact of industry 4.0 technologies on sustainable development: A study in the context of Brazil's plastic industry" (2020), has garnered 231 citations, establishing him as a leading voice in understanding how digital transformation can drive sustainability in emerging economies. Baierle's foundational research on "Industry 4.0 technologies basic network identification" (2019, 75 citations) provides a critical framework for mapping the interconnected technologies that underpin smart manufacturing systems. His contributions are especially notable for bridging theoretical models with practical applications in the Brazilian industrial context, offering actionable insights for policymakers and industry leaders. Through his work, Baierle has significantly advanced the discourse on how Industry 4.0 can be leveraged to achieve sustainable development goals, making him an essential reference for researchers and students exploring the socio-technical dimensions of the fourth industrial revolution.