Customized Digital Twin Platform for SMEs in South Korea

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. Copyright (C) 2023 The Authors.