Architectural Development of a Cyber-Physical Manufacturing Range

Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) are one example of new systems created from the technological progress started by the fourth industrial revolution. CPS integrate cyber and physical components together leaving the system vulnerable to cyber-physical attacks. Attacks on CPS in manufacturing can be costly and dangerous, and manufacturers need resources to safely learn more about these attacks and how to prevent them. Researchers in cyber-security have been able to safely assess attacks using cyber ranges. In this paper, we present the idea of a Cyber-Physical Manufacturing Range that will allow for further research into cyber-physical attacks and defense mechanisms in manufacturing. We used an iterative process that emphasizes the importance of designing a system based on the needs and requirements of the various stakeholders. From this process, we determined that the range needs to have a physical and virtual component. These components will allow for the granularity needed to model the tool and workpiece, connected systems, and operator and process interfaces.