Research Article

Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering

Volume: 6 Number: 2 December 31, 2023
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Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering

Abstract

The advent of Industry 4.0 and the digital revolution have brought forth innovative technologies such as digital twins, which have the potential to redefine the landscape of materials engineering. Digital twins, virtual representations of physical entities, can model and predict material behavior, enabling enhanced design, testing, and manufacturing of materials. However, the comprehensive utilization of digital twins for predictive analysis and process optimization in materials engineering remains largely uncharted. This research intends to delve into this intriguing intersection, investigating the capabilities of digital twins in predicting material behavior and optimizing manufacturing processes, thereby contributing to the evolution of advanced materials manufacturing. Our study will commence with a detailed exploration of the concept of digital twins and their specific applications in materials engineering, emphasizing their ability to simulate intricate material behaviors and processes in a virtual environment. Subsequently, we will focus on exploiting digital twins for predicting diverse material behaviors such as mechanical properties, failure modes, and phase transformations, demonstrating how digital twins can utilize a combination of historical data, real-time monitoring, and sophisticated algorithms to predict outcomes accurately. Furthermore, we will delve into the role of digital twins in optimizing materials manufacturing processes, including casting, machining, and additive manufacturing, illustrating how digital twins can model these processes, identify potential issues, and suggest optimal parameters. We will present detailed case studies to provide practical insights into the implementation of digital twins in materials engineering, including the advantages and challenges. The final segment of our research will address the current challenges in implementing digital twins, such as data quality, model validation, and computational demands, proposing potential solutions and outlining future directions. This research aims to underline the transformative potential of digital twins in materials engineering, thereby paving the way for more efficient, sustainable, and intelligent material design and manufacturing processes.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Engineering , Mechanical Engineering , Material Production Technologies

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

December 31, 2023

Publication Date

December 31, 2023

Submission Date

May 27, 2023

Acceptance Date

August 11, 2023

Published in Issue

Year 2023 Volume: 6 Number: 2

APA
Tur, E. (2023). Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering. Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi, 6(2), 172-190. https://doi.org/10.55117/bufbd.1303782
AMA
1.Tur E. Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering. Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi. 2023;6(2):172-190. doi:10.55117/bufbd.1303782
Chicago
Tur, Erkan. 2023. “Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering”. Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi 6 (2): 172-90. https://doi.org/10.55117/bufbd.1303782.
EndNote
Tur E (December 1, 2023) Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering. Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi 6 2 172–190.
IEEE
[1]E. Tur, “Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering”, Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 172–190, Dec. 2023, doi: 10.55117/bufbd.1303782.
ISNAD
Tur, Erkan. “Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering”. Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi 6/2 (December 1, 2023): 172-190. https://doi.org/10.55117/bufbd.1303782.
JAMA
1.Tur E. Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering. Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi. 2023;6:172–190.
MLA
Tur, Erkan. “Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering”. Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi, vol. 6, no. 2, Dec. 2023, pp. 172-90, doi:10.55117/bufbd.1303782.
Vancouver
1.Erkan Tur. Harnessing the Power of Digital Twins for Enhanced Material Behavior Prediction and Manufacturing Process Optimization in Materials Engineering. Bayburt Üniversitesi Fen Bilimleri Dergisi. 2023 Dec. 1;6(2):172-90. doi:10.55117/bufbd.1303782

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