Simulation and Modeling

Digital Twin Center

The Digital Twin Center develops synchronized virtual replicas of physical systems for prediction, diagnostics, optimization, and informed decision support.

Core CapabilityReal-time digital-physical synchronization
Data SourcesIoT streams, imaging, historical and simulation data
Decision ValuePredictive and scenario-based planning

Center Overview

The Digital Twin Center integrates sensing, AI, and simulation engines to build dynamic models of infrastructure and engineered systems. These twins support continuous situational awareness and proactive lifecycle management.

Twin Development Workflow

From instrumentation to analytics, the center follows a structured flow to ensure model quality and actionable outputs.

Data Acquisition

Capture from sensors, inspections, and operational records.

Model Construction

Build geometric, physical, and AI-enhanced behavior models.

Live Synchronization

Continuously update state estimates from incoming field data.

Decision Analytics

Run forecasts and what-if scenarios to support planning and operations.

Application Domains

Smart Infrastructure

Bridge, roadway, and utility network monitoring with predictive maintenance insights.

Campus Systems

Energy and building performance optimization using operational digital replicas.

Transportation Scenarios

Simulation-assisted planning for connected mobility and traffic resilience.

Emergency Preparedness

Rapid scenario analysis for disruptions, stress events, and contingency planning.

Expected Outcomes

The center enables data-informed decision support, lower operational risk, better asset performance, and stronger interdisciplinary education through realistic system-level experimentation.

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