6 Competitive Advantages of Digital Twins in CNC Machining

What reproduces the authentic look, behavior and sound of cutting parts? A digital twin, of course. A digital twin connects to the CNC control code. It then uses kinematics – the motion of the objects – to create a virtual environment.

Digital twins transform analog processes to the digital ones, providing users with several competitive advantages. Here are six: 

• Faster proof of concept – users can test the system to confirm the machine logic. Testing parameters in the virtual environment makes advanced setups possible during design, not after.
• Design part programs faster – programmers can test G-code without taking a machine out of production.
• Immersive and safe training – again without taking the machine offline.
• Virtual commissioning – the machine tool stays in operation, minimizing downtime.
• Better customer support – before a machine tool technician could even arrive, a remote customer support team can diagnose the problem. 
• Digitalization of the machine shop – FANUC partners with companies to provide this technology for end-to-end digitalization, from CAM to control, to maximize process flow.