Digital twin - Glossary

A digital twin is a dynamic virtual representation of a physical object system or process that mirrors its real-world counterpart in real-time. Imagine having a digital clone of a city's infrastructure where every bridge road and building is digitally simulated. This allows city planners to predict how changes like a new bridge or road might affect traffic flow or infrastructure stability before any physical alterations occur. By harnessing data from sensors attached to the physical entities digital twins enable us to visualize and analyze performance under different conditions. In the manufacturing sector companies use digital twins to simulate the production process anticipating maintenance needs and optimizing efficiency. It's like having a high-tech crystal ball that helps businesses foresee challenges and improve decision-making ultimately saving time and resources while enhancing performance.