What is a digital twin?

A digital twin is simply a virtual replica of the real-world system or thing that it represents. This model is made as precise and thorough as possible using a variety of data inputs, including sensor readings, 3D scans, and other measurements. The performance and behavior of the physical object can then be mirrored in a digital setting using this virtual model.

A digital twin's main benefit is that it enables testing and optimization of the physical product without actually requiring changes to the physical object. This can be especially helpful when altering the physical object would be challenging, expensive, or time-consuming. Before making changes to the physical machine itself, for instance, a digital twin of a complex machine can be used to test various situations and spot potential problems or improvements.

Digital twins can be used in a wide range of industries and applications, from manufacturing and engineering to healthcare and urban planning. Digital twins can be utilized in manufacturing to enhance quality control, save downtime, and optimize production processes. Digital twins in healthcare can be utilized to develop individualized treatment programs based on a patient's particular physiology and medical background. Digital twins can be used in urban planning to simulate how a city's infrastructure behaves and pinpoint problem areas like traffic, energy use, and trash management.

In general, the idea of a digital twin is to use virtual representations of physical items and systems to gain a deeper understanding and make better judgments. Organizations can improve performance, reduce costs, and increase overall efficiency by building an accurate and thorough digital twin.

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What is a digital twin? | IBM

Digital twin - Wikipedia

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