Digital twins, which are considered an effective approach to realize the fusion between
virtual and physical spaces, have attracted a substantial amount of attention in the past …

Digital twin technology develops virtual models of objects digitally, simulating their real-
world behavior based on data. It aims to reduce product development cycles and costs …

Digital twin is an enabling technology of smart manufacturing. The core of the manufacturing
is the shop floor, where the digital twin shop floor (DTS) is applied to facilitate its …

The condition of cutting tool in the high-performance machining of aerospace Ti6Al4V thin-
walled parts is a key factor in determining service performance and productivity. However …

Real-time online tracking of tool wear is an indispensable element in automated machining,
and tool wear directly impacts the processing quality of workpieces and overall productivity …

Compared with traditional CNC machines, robot milling has the advantages of low cost, high
flexibility, and strong adaptability, providing a new solution for complex surface machining …

Welding is an important part in the construction process of large cruise ships. Seam tracking
is essential in the welding processes to ensure the welding accuracy. To reduce seam …

Digital Twin (DT) technology, which integrates multi-source information, is extensively
applied for comprehensive monitoring, predicting, and optimizing manufacturing processes …

The accurate determination of the tool-wear state helps workers maximise tool utilisation
while reducing waste. It also ensures the machining quality and improves the machining …

Industrial robots are currently applied for ship sub-assembly welding to replace welding
workers because of the intelligent production and cost savings. In order to improve the …