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

Authors : Erkan Tur

Pages : 172-190

Doi:10.55117/bufbd.1303782

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Publication Date : 2023-12-31

Article Type : Research Paper

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.
Keywords : Dijital İkiz, Endüstri 4 0, Proses Optimizasyonu, İleri Malzemeler, Malzeme Davranış Tahmini