The development of a digital twin of the Innovation Partner Building (IPB) will offer UConn students the hands-on experience of applying modern digital engineering methods and practices to achieve higher performing buildings in advanced lab spaces. A digital twin of the IPB will be a living virtual and digital image with data that can be accessed in intervals real-time from the existing HVAC equipment, lighting, building management software or sensors. This digital twin can be used for effective management of energy use, indoor air quality and comfort, space, security, and environmental impact, and can be used as a demonstration project to demonstrate best practice for operating and maintaining energy efficient buildings, high-performing buildings.

Our team collaborated with Mechanical Engineering 26 on this project.