_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Digital twins
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modeling
Boosting construction productivity with digital twins and augmented reality
As digital methods continue to revolutionize construction , the industry is going far beyond staples like Building Information Modeling ( BIM ). Increasingly advanced solutions like digital twins and Augmented Reality ( AR ) are finding a home on modern construction sites , dovetailing with solutions such as advanced sensor and data-harnessing technologies . These developments are changing the game for techsavvy firms operating at the forefront of the sector , by offering greater efficiency and a route to error-free building .
Crews on the ground can use these powerful technologies to see clearly into the future , helping to maximize productivity , reduce waste , bring down project costs and eliminate project delays .
As projects progress , digital twins can be used to monitor construction sites in real time
What is a digital twin ?
While the technology underpinning them may be complex , digital twins are simply virtual replicas or representations of physical objects , processes , or systems . They can be created by combining realtime data from sensors , Internet of Things ( IoT ) devices that connect to wireless networks and transmit data , and other sources with advanced modeling and simulation techniques .
While identical in appearance , digital twins are smarter than their physical counterparts , distinguished by their capacity to be molded and analyzed with the click of a button . The ability to carry out simulations and highly accurate monitoring opens up a world of opportunity throughout all construction phases . Physical structures can be monitored , analyzed , and optimized by toying with their digital replicas , providing invaluable insights that inform predictive decision-making .
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