Category: Publications

Noel Portillo^∗1
1 Axxis Technologies, Houston, TX, USA , noel@axxistechnologies.com
² Independent Researcher, Ahuachapán, El Salvador , noel.portillo@ieee.com
September 25, 2024

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Abstract– This document describes the development and implementation of a technological solution based on IoT devices to modernize a machine known as the Cyclone.

This equipment is used by a contractor collaborating with petrochemical companies in the state of Texas, performing specialized work in mechanics, engineering, catalytic material replacement, and rescue operations in refinery complexes.

The Cyclone machine, with outdated relay logic technology, poses challenges in terms of operational efficiency, critical condition monitoring, and safety.

The project was carried out with the collaboration of specialists in equipment handling, focusing on demonstrating the feasibility of integrating advanced Industry 4.0 technologies into legacy industrial equipment.

The methodology included the incorporation of IoT sensors for real-time monitoring, an automated control system, and the digitization of key processes. Preliminary results indicate improvements in the precision of operational control and the ability for remote supervision, highlighting the potential for modernization in critical industrial applications.

This work not only validates the use of IoT devices in obsolete equipment but also sets a precedent for the transition towards more sustainable and efficient technologies in the petrochemical sector.

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https://cloud.axxistechnologies.com/index.php/s/kHfKfuUHwfgevNH

DOI: 10.5281/ZENODO.14961418

ARXIV: arXiv:2503.04753v1

https://orcid.org/0009-0009-8817-3187.

Noel Portillo^∗1
1 Axxis Technologies, Houston, TX, USA , noel@axxistechnologies.com
² Independent Researcher, Ahuachapán, El Salvador , noel.portillo@ieee.com
September 25, 2024

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Abstract –This document presents the design and implementation of a low-power IoT server cluster, based on Raspberry Pi 3 Model B and powered by solar energy. The proposed architecture integrates Kubernetes (K3s) and Docker, providing an efficient, scalable, and high-performance computing environment.
The cluster is designed to optimize energy consumption, leveraging a 200W solar panel system and a 100Ah lithium-ion battery to support continuous operation under favorable environmental conditions.
Performance analysis was conducted based on theoretical inferences and data obtained from external sources, evaluating resource allocation, power consumption, and service availability.
These analyses provide theoretical estimates of the system’s operational feasibility under different scenarios. The results suggest that this system can serve as a viable and sustainable alternative for edge computing applications and cloud services, reducing dependence on traditional data centers.
In addition to its positive impact on environmental sustainability by significantly reducing the carbon footprint, this solution also addresses economic concerns, as conventional data centers consume enormous
amounts of energy, leading to increased demand on the power grid and higher operational costs.

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DOI: 10.5281/ZENODO.14957338

ARXIV: arXiv:2503.03618v1

https://orcid.org/0009-0009-8817-3187.

Noel Portillo^∗1
1 Axxis Technologies, Houston, TX, USA , noel@axxistechnologies.com
² Independent Researcher, Ahuachapán, El Salvador , noel.portillo@ieee.com
September 25, 2024

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Abstract—The petrochemical industry faces significant technological, environmental, occupational safety, and financial challenges.

Since its emergence in the 1920s, technologies that were once innovative have now become obsolete, however, factors such as the protection of trade secrets in industrial processes, limited budgets for research and development, doubts about the reliability of new technologies, and resistance to change from decision-makers have hindered the adoption of new approaches, such as the use of IoT devices.

This paper addresses the challenges and opportunities presented by the research, development, and implementation of these technologies in the industry.

It also analyzes the investment in research and development made by companies in the sector in recent years and provides a review of current research and implementations related to Industry 4.0.

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https://cloud.axxistechnologies.com/index.php/s/4zaxXHff9HC9OCc

DOI: 10.5281/ZENODO.14961371

ARXIV: arXiv:2503.04749v1

https://orcid.org/0009-0009-8817-3187.