Title: Introduction to Digital Twins: Bridging the Physical and Virtual Worlds in Science and Engineering

Abstract: Digital twins are revolutionizing how we model, simulate, and interact with complex physical systems. This talk offers an accessible yet comprehensive introduction to digital twins, focusing on their relevance in scientific computing, engineering design, and data-driven decision making. We’ll explore the core concepts behind digital twins—real-time data integration, simulation fidelity, and feedback control—and how they differ from traditional modeling approaches. Through practical examples drawn from aerospace, energy systems, and biomedical applications, attendees will gain insight into how digital twins optimize performance, predict failures, and design smarter systems.

Professor XIu is giving a colloquium talk, Data Driven Modeling for Scientific Discovery and Digital Twins, at 3:30pm-4:20pm the same of this talk and you are welcome to attend.