Digital twins refer to 3D models created for physical entities such as buildings or cities. These models can obtain data continuously and in real time, and continuously update their functions and processes. The purpose of digital twins is to provide data support to engineers so that they can analyze and optimize production processes. Simply put, digital twins are 3D models of physical entities, and the animations of these models are driven by real-time data of real entities.
Factory digital twin example
1. Build a basic model
Assume that a factory intends to optimize its assembly line in its factory to seek possibilities to reduce manufacturing time and costs. First, a 3D model of the factory needs to be built, which will include all links and physical entities involved in the production process , including machinery and equipment, raw materials, conveyor belts, forklifts, trolleys, and even personnel.
2. Model landing
Then, in the actual factory, machines and robots are configured and real-time data about their operations is sent to managers, such as the length of time it takes to complete a cycle. To achieve this, managers canplace sensors in key areas to provide timely feedback to the system when changes occur. For example, when pallets of raw materials arrive or finished goods fill containers, the system will automatically notify managers to maintain timely visibility into the production process. Through the collection and feedback of real-time data, engineers and managers can better understand the operation of the factory and make targeted optimization and decisions.
3. Software control and observation
Next, a software interface will be set up tointegrate and process real-time data and update the 3D model of the factory in real time. This way, engineers and managers can get real-time data information and see a digital twin of the factory on a computer screen or even a VR device to betterunderstand the factory’s operations and potential improvements Space.
4. Provide convenience
In addition, digital twin systems can allow company managers and engineers to understand real-time conditions on the factory floor anytime, anywhere. They can interact with the production floor through the digital twin system, zooming in to see what a specific process is doing, or zooming out to see how it affects the overall process. In addition, analyzing the collected real-time data through mathematical models and tools can provide further decision support and improvement direction for the production process. With the help of digital twin technology, engineers and managers can better manage and optimize the factory's production process, thereby improving production efficiency and quality, and providing a solid foundation for the long-term development of the enterprise.
5. Digital twin applications
Digital twins provide digital and visual information to help designers, architects, engineers and decision-makers visualize structures like never before. Digital twins are the best link between the physical world of manufacturing and the digital virtual world. Improve production operations through digital twins to achieve closed-loop feedback and continuous improvement across the entire value chain.
Real-time rendering cloud + digital twin solution
In order to support the real-time data flow of digital twins from physical entities to 3D models, powerful computing power is required. Point-volume real-time rendering cloud can transfer complex and computationally intensive graphics computing tasks to the cloud for processing. The cloud servers are equipped with high-end GPU equipment. These servers perform calculations and real-time encoding, and the encoded results are streamed to terminal devices (such as mobile phones, PCs, tablets, and XR) in real time through the network. equipment). This cloud computing and streaming technology promotes the practical application of digital twin applications, allowing users to access and observe the digital twin model of the factory anytime and anywhere, promoting the widespread application and development of digital twin technology.