Modelling & Implementation of Digital Twin for Conveyor System

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Abstract

Digital Twin technology has emerged as one of the major innovations within the framework of Industry 4.0, increasing the efficiency and flexibility of manufacturing systems. This paper describes a complete methodology on how to create a Digital Twin of the ACOPOStrak system based on Automation Studio from B&R Industrial Automation. ACOPOStrak is a pioneering motion control system that employs an independent shuttle architecture and process-oriented programming functionalities. The methodology of setting up the ACOPOStrak system in Automation Studio is represented and includes the timing configuration of CPU, the addition of a "Trak Oval" configuration package, and hardware-specific configuration steps. The addition of Digital Twin models allows these processes to be simulated and checked in real time with the help of the Scene Viewer, leading to precise diagnostics and improved shuttle movements. This Digital Twin approach applies to fields such as personalized filling, drug production, and customizable food processing lines Experimental results show substantial improvements in overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), return on investment (ROI), and time to market (TTM). This combination of Digital Twin with ACOPOStrak is a significant leap in industrial automation, facilitating improved intelligence and adaptive capabilities in manufacturing systems.

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Keywords

Digital Twin, ACOPOStrak, Automation Studio, Industry 4.0, motion control, simulation, real-time diagnostics.