Manufacturing Technology, Robotics and Automation

DIGITAL TWINS What they are, their value, how they can reduce costs and increase returns in automation

November 5, 2022

DIGITAL TWINS What they are, their value, how they can reduce costs and increase returns in automation
Many credit the birth of the digital twin to Dr. Michael Grieves, who applied the idea to the manufacturing sector in 2002; however, the argument is often made that its origins can be traced back even further. For example, during the Space Race (1955-1975), NASA would create a replica of each spacecraft they would send into orbit. These replicas were studied and used for simulation to gain insight into their performance and improve their space exploration initiatives.

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SMS Tecnologia Eletronica

Founded in January 1982, with 100% national capital, SMS Tecnologia Eletronica is the largest and most awarded manufacturer of nobreaks, voltage stabilizers and line filters in Brazil. Headquartered in Diadema (SP), the company generates 1000 direct jobs in factories equipped with state-of-the-art research and development laboratories.

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SMS Tecnologia Eletronica

Founded in January 1982, with 100% national capital, SMS Tecnologia Eletronica is the largest and most awarded manufacturer of nobreaks, voltage stabilizers and line filters in Brazil. Headquartered in Diadema (SP), the company generates 1000 direct jobs in factories equipped with state-of-the-art research and development laboratories.

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