The document discusses automation and trends in automation. It provides details about Vinit Vivek such as his name, email, university and area of study. It then discusses how automation uses control systems to operate machinery with minimal human intervention. It notes the benefits of automation in saving labor, energy and improving quality. Finally, it discusses trends in automation like industry 4.0, the internet of things, big data and how industry 4.0 will impact the industry value chain, machine safety, socio-economics and quality of workers.