What is a Digital Twin?
A digital twin is a precise digital representation of the physical world that utilizes dynamic data to simulate, analyze, monitor, and optimize performance. The data feeding into the digital twin can be updated at a cadence necessary for the object, process, or system, whether in real-time, weekly, or monthly. Different digital twins have varying data demands but are tailored to serve specific business needs. These digital replicas offer more than just quantifiable benefits like cost reductions, increased revenue, and decreased carbon emissions; they also provide long-term benefits such as cost savings via early issue identification, reduced emissions through energy-efficient processes, and enhanced safety with comprehensive monitoring and advanced analytics.
Benefits of Digital Twins
Digital twins enable cost savings, increased revenue, and efficiency improvements through insights and predictive analytics. They prolong asset lifespan by enabling continuous monitoring and maintenance forecasting while ensuring improved safety, security, and customer satisfaction. By leveraging digital twins, organizations can collaborate effectively, simulate scenarios, and uncover valuable insights to aid in making better business decisions.
Hexagon's Approach to Digital Twin Technology
At Hexagon, digital twins are seen as a technology stack that evolves with your business goals. The company's precision scanners and sensors accurately capture physical asset attributes, forming the basis for a comprehensive digital twin. When combined with spatial technology and artificial intelligence (AI) expertise, Hexagon's digital twins can provide valuable insights, predictions, and recommendations. As a trusted partner, Hexagon guides businesses towards unlocking the full potential of digital twin technology, facilitating innovation and achieving business success.
Digital Twins in Action
This section explores real-world applications of digital twin technology, showcasing how it has been used to save the sea, drive success in manufacturing, and potentially shape the future of rainforest conservation. It also addresses common questions about digital twins such as how they work, the technology involved, and the challenges they present.