What is digital twins technology? Everything you need to know | By Mrs. Byte Dev | March 2025
Imagine having a virtual replica of an object, a system or a process of the real world which is updated in real time, allowing you to analyze, predict and optimize performance. It is the power of digital twins. Once considered a futuristic concept, digital twins now transform industries from health care manufacturing. But what are they exactly, how do they work and why should you worry? Let’s decompose it.
What is a digital twin?
A digital twin is a Virtual model of an object or a physical system which continuously receives the data from its real counterpart. This allows organizations to simulate, analyze and improve processes in real time.
Consider it as a high-tech mirror, instantly reflecting real world changes. For example, imagine that you have a smart refrigerator who has a digital twin. This twin monitors the temperature, energy consumption and the freshness of food. If the temperature increases unexpectedly, it can inform you or even adjust you to prevent food from spoiling you – save money and reduce waste.
How digital twins work
Digital twins are based on several key technologies to operate effectively:
- Internet of objects (IoT) – sensors on the physical object collect data (for example, temperature …
