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Educational Case Studies: Creating a Digital Twin of the Production Line in TIA Portal, Unity, and Game4Automation
Michal Balla1, Oto Haffner1, Erik Kučera1
1Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology, Slovak University of Technology, 812 19 Bratislava, Slovakia.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 11, 2023
Summary
This study demonstrates practical digital twin applications for discrete manufacturing, using accessible technologies for Industry 4.0 education. The research clarifies digital twin concepts and their real-world influence.
Area of Science:
- Engineering
- Computer Science
- Manufacturing Technology
Background:
- The Fourth Industrial Revolution integrates AI, IoT, and big data.
- Digital twin technology is crucial but often misunderstood.
- A clear definition and application of digital twins are needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To demonstrate digital twin technology in discrete manufacturing events.
- To address the confusion surrounding digital twin definitions and applications.
- To develop practical educational materials for Industry 4.0.
Main Methods:
- Developed demonstration applications for two-way communication between real and virtual systems.
- Created digital twins for a production line model and a warehouse stacker.
- Utilized Unity, Game4Automation, Siemens TIA portal, and Fishertechnik models.
Main Results:
- Successfully created and demonstrated digital twins for discrete manufacturing case studies.
- Established a foundation for pilot courses and educational materials for Industry 4.0.
- Validated the use of affordable technologies for digital twin implementation.
Conclusions:
- Digital twin technology can be effectively applied to discrete manufacturing.
- Accessible technologies enable widespread adoption and educational development.
- The study provides practical insights into digital twin implementation and Industry 4.0 education.
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