Revolutionizing Manufacturing: How Dassault Systèmes’ Virtual Twin Technology is Shaping the Future
About the Interview
A Virtual Twin is a digital model of a product or production line that can be tested on a computer before constructing its physical counterpart. By using data from the deployed product, the Virtual Twin enables continuous improvement. While understanding the differences between Virtual Twin and Digital Twin can be challenging, the benefits are substantial. In this interview, we speak with Mike Bradford, Marketing Director at Dassault Systèmes, who will introduce his area of expertise, while also giving us a crash course on Dassault Systèmes Virtual Twin technology.
In this conversation, Mike explains that DELMIA is the manufacturing division of Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform, serving as the link between the virtual and physical worlds. He highlights how DELMIA delivers the Virtual Twin for manufacturing going beyond the static representation of Digital Twins. Mike continues by outlining the numerous differences between the two types of models and uses a specific customer example to break down the Virtual Twin process, making the concept more familiar. Although Digital Twin is widely used and known within the industry, Mike emphasizes how much time and money Virtual Twin can save an organization.
In conclusion, D4M highlights the transformative potential of DELMIA’s Virtual Twin technology by demonstrating how it bridges the gap between digital models and physical products. DELMIA’s approach offers a superior framework for continuous improvement, problem resolution, cost savings, and efficiency in industrial processes. The comparison with Digital Twin technology reveals that Virtual Twin provides a dynamic and progressive path to manufacturing excellence, showcasing its value in modern production environments.
