Computer-aided design and manufacturing enable designers to develop digital objects, create virtual factories to produce them and run simulations to see how the plant would work in the real world.
Once the factory goes into operation, the simulation tool is put away. But what if data from the real factory could be fed back into the simulation to compare actual production against the simulated ideal? Dr. Michael Grieves at the Florida Institute of Technology says the result could be manufacturing that is cheaper, faster and more accurate. As a manufacturer, you must continually evaluate how to improve processes to drive efficiency, quality, and performance. Increasing reliance on digital design and production processes presents an opportunity to accelerate innovation and new product introduction. However, in order for this process to be fully utilized, a better feedback loop is needed between production and design.
In this webcast, learn how a Digital Twin can be used to improve the feedback loop from production back to design. Manufacturers embracing a Digital Twin strategy can accelerate innovation cycles – and better adjust to continuous process improvement – with greater ease and effectiveness.
