A Mixed Reality Digital Twin Application of a Diaphragm Actuator

Digital Twin (DT) technologies are becoming ubiquitous within industrial and manufacturing environments, particularly, in the biopharmaceutical production sector. This project explores the integration of Mixed Reality (MR) technology with Digital Twin (DT) systems in industrial environments, focusing on biopharmaceutical production. In collaboration with an industry partner, a small-scale Mixed Reality Digital Twin (MRDT) application was developed for a diaphragm actuator, utilizing MQTT and HTTP protocols to transmit real-time sensor data to a HoloLens 2 headset. The application demonstrated the capability to query, visualize, and publish real-time data associated with the actuator’s properties. By providing immersive, holographic representations of equipment conditions, this approach shows potential for optimizing preventative maintenance methods. The project highlights the possible value of integrating MR technology with DT systems in industrial settings, particularly in supporting service technicians for more effective maintenance and replacement of process equipment.