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AEC × AI glossary

What is a digital twin?

Definition

A digital twin is a connected digital model of a physical building, site or portfolio that combines design, construction and operating data and is kept up to date over time. For Indian developers, a digital twin can bring handover documents, equipment data and maintenance records into one place.

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Why does a digital twin matter for architects, engineers and contractors in India?

For Indian developers, a digital twin can bring handover documents, equipment data and maintenance records into one place. Most organisations build one in stages, starting with well-structured BIM and project data.

What is an example of a digital twin?

A developer links the as-built BIM model of an office tower to its maintenance records so facility staff can locate equipment and its service history.

Where does CloudBrain come in?

Our BIM and data integration service helps architecture, engineering and construction firms put this into practice. See the related terms below, or browse the full AEC × AI glossary.

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