Demo Center

Overview

The EDT Demo Center showcases practical applications and demonstrators developed through our research program. With over 40 use cases spanning natural systems, human-made systems, and artificial systems, we demonstrate the real-world impact of digital twin technology across diverse engineering domains.

Use Case Categories

Natural Systems

Digital twins of environmental and ecological systems including:

  • Climate and weather modeling systems
  • Ecosystem monitoring and management
  • Natural resource management
  • Environmental impact assessment

Anthropized Systems

Human-modified systems and urban environments:

  • Smart city infrastructure
  • Transportation networks
  • Urban planning and development
  • Public service optimization

Engineered Systems

Cyber-Physical Systems

  • Industrial automation and control systems
  • Autonomous vehicle systems
  • Robotics and manufacturing systems
  • IoT-enabled smart devices

Infrastructure Systems

  • Energy distribution networks
  • Telecommunications infrastructure
  • Water and waste management systems
  • Building and facility management

Process Systems

  • Manufacturing and production processes
  • Supply chain and logistics
  • Quality control and optimization
  • Maintenance and lifecycle management

End-to-End Demonstrators

Five representative end-to-end demonstrators validate the integrated EDT platform:

Territory Scale Demonstrator

  • Scope: City/area digital twin reconstruction
  • Features: Virtual human population modeling, urban planning simulation
  • Applications: Smart city development, traffic optimization, emergency response planning

Building/Factory Scale Demonstrator

  • Scope: Reconfigurable assembly line digital twin
  • Features: AR worker augmentation, VR expert monitoring, remote assistance
  • Applications: Industry 4.0, worker training, production optimization

Technical Object Scale Demonstrator

  • Scope: Complex system digital twins (vehicles, satellites, machinery)
  • Features: VR maintenance training, AR-assisted physical operations
  • Applications: Maintenance planning, operator training, predictive maintenance

Network Infrastructure Demonstrator

  • Scope: Digital twin of IT and communication networks
  • Features: Real-time monitoring, performance optimization, security management
  • Applications: Network management, capacity planning, fault detection

Environmental Monitoring Demonstrator

  • Scope: Earth observation and environmental systems
  • Features: Multi-scale modeling, data assimilation, prediction systems
  • Applications: Climate monitoring, disaster management, resource planning

Technology Showcase

Artemis Platform

Our collaborative web-based platform for engineering digital twins featuring:

  • High-level automation for development and deployment
  • Validation & verification tools
  • Maintenance and evolution support
  • Integration with existing tools and models

Model Hybridization Tools

  • Interface standardization for heterogeneous models
  • Systematic hybridization operators
  • Uncertainty management and propagation
  • Multi-fidelity model integration

Collaborative Engineering Environment

  • Augmented IDE with AI integration
  • Multi-stakeholder co-engineering support
  • Continuous integration and deployment
  • Sustainability assessment frameworks

Interactive Visualization Systems

  • VR/AR immersive environments
  • Multi-modal data visualization
  • Collaborative asymmetrical interfaces
  • Real-time interaction capabilities

Access and Collaboration

For Researchers

  • Open-source tools and libraries
  • Collaborative development environment
  • Research partnership opportunities
  • Publication and dissemination support

For Industry Partners

  • Technology transfer programs
  • Custom demonstrator development
  • Industrial use case integration
  • Training and support services

For Public Institutions

  • Policy support tools
  • Public service optimization
  • Infrastructure planning assistance
  • Educational resources and training

Getting Started

Explore our demonstrators and use cases to understand how digital twin technology can benefit your domain. Contact our team for collaboration opportunities, technical support, or to discuss custom applications for your specific needs.