The Ontario government has recently announced that they are testing the application of digital modelling technology, known as digital twins, for key infrastructure projects in the province. This cutting-edge technology will be used for projects such as hospitals, highways, and transit to help with timing and budgeting.
Digital twins are essentially virtual models of both existing and planned assets that can be used to identify and resolve issues before construction begins. By creating a digital twin for underground utilities, for example, the province hopes to reduce the risk of delays and cost overruns on projects.
The province has selected three major infrastructure projects to test out this digital modelling technology: the Trillium Health Partners’ Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital redevelopment, the Ontario Place rebuild, and the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension. These projects were chosen specifically for their complex utility systems, including existing and planned electrical, water, gas, and wastewater services.
By mapping the location of these underground utilities in a virtual model, the province hopes to avoid costly and dangerous utility conflicts. This will not only improve worker safety but also save money and ensure that projects are completed on time. The use of digital twins in these infrastructure projects has the potential to streamline the construction process and prevent costly delays and complications.
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