DIGITAL MINING
“Whether its underground caving or in-situ leaching , I ’ m convinced the way we are going to rapidly innovate and de-risk innovation in conservative industries like mining is through the creation of virtual twin experiences ”
MICHELLE ASH CEO , GEOVIA
Virtual Twin – a step beyond Digital twins have been in use since the 1960s , and although the technology has advanced , they continue to be 3D CAD models representing a real-world object in isolation . “ Virtual twin experiences , however , are a significant step beyond that ,” says Ash . “ They are scientifically accurate virtual models of real-world objects and systems that can be submitted and tested in sophisticated virtual models of the environments where they will operate . This enables us not only to understand the modelled object but also to observe and analyse its behaviour in different conditions and scenarios , including solving problems in 4D ( 3D plus time ), and with the use of VR / AR ( virtual and augmented reality ) tools , so both the problem and solutions can be communicated faster to team groups , which also increases its understanding , collaboration and participation .”
52 July 2021