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Industrial architects approach the use of digital twins in their designs by creating a virtual replica of a physical plant or equipment. The digital twin is a real-time digital representation of the physical object, with data streams that reflect the object's current state. This enables architects to simulate the physical processes of an industrial environment and test the efficiency of designs and processes without having to rely solely on physical prototypes.
Industrial architects also use digital twins to optimize and improve operations in real-time. Sensor data from the physical plant or equipment is fed into the digital twin, which can analyze and identify potential issues, alerts operators to potential errors, and devises solutions to prevent downtime, reduce energy consumption and rework.
By using digital twins, industrial architects can also collect data to create simulations and models using AI and machine learning algorithms. With the data generated from digital twins, architects have greater insights into how their design will perform over time, which can help in the design of more efficient and reliable industrial facilities. Further, the industrial architects can use these digital twins to enhance worker safety, reduce hazards, and improve overall operations in the long-term.
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