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Harnessing Digital Twins in Construction: A Comprehensive Review of Current Practices, Benefits, and Future Prospects

What is it: This January 2025 peer-reviewed research paper by Dimitrios Sargiotis, published in the International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, provides a comprehensive examination of how Digital Twin technologies are transforming the construction sector. Integrating IoT, BIM, AI, machine learning, and real-time analytics, Digital Twins enable enhanced decision-making, predictive maintenance, and lifecycle optimization across buildings and infrastructure.

The paper details real-world implementations in Singapore, Hong Kong, London, and Sydney—demonstrating the measurable impact on energy efficiency, sustainability, and asset performance. It also explores the evolving role of Digital Twins in historical building preservation and smart city integration. Importantly, the report highlights the transition from static BIM models to dynamic, intelligent Digital Twin ecosystems that support net-zero carbon goals and predictive lifecycle management.

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Stakeholder Audience: Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC), Facility Operations, Corporate-Institutional Owners, Sustainability-Resiliency, IT/Technology-Cybersecurity, Real Estate Investors-Developers, Technology Providers-Integrators, Service Providers-Consultants, Regulatory Bodies

Inform or Action: Informational

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