Customized Digital Twin Platform for SMEs in South Korea

Abstract

With the development of information and communication technology, the era of the 4th industrial revolution has arrived, which has enabled hyper-connection, -intelligence, and -convergence. Digital twin (DT), known as the core technology of cyber-physical system (CPS) implementation, has become increasingly important for industrial digitalization. However, a majority of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) lack innovation resources and face hurdles while building their own customized smart manufacturing processes. Thus, this paper proposes a customized DT platform that reflects international standards to strengthen the competitiveness of various SMEs. This platform can be used to support rapid decision-making at minimal cost without disrupting the production site. The proposed platform is validated through a case study involving a die-casting manufacturer in South Korea.