DIGITAL MANUFACTURING
of the production downtime ,” explains von Reiche .
Moving valuable machinery and robotics is not a quick task , so BMW uses Omniverse to ensure decisions made in the physical world are supported by insights gathered in the virtual one .
“ The digital twin facilitates hands-on problem-solving between numerous teams across different countries . In the metaverse , they can all interact with the same digital asset in real time . As a result , BMW has seen 30 % more efficient planning processes , with reduced planning times and improved flexibility and precision .”
To maximise these benefits , the automaker is opening its newest electric vehicle factory in a virtual world two years before the real-world counterpart is due to be operational . BMW ’ s virtual factory is a physically-accurate digital replica , wherein logistics and production planners are able to virtually collaborate , visualise and decide on optimal production line design .
“ This will enable BMW to reduce the risks and teething problems usually associated with new factories opening , and ensure success before committing to massive construction projects and capital expenditures .”
Manufacturers get more value from interoperable tools today because users are no longer limited to working within only one application .
“ Planners , engineers and facility managers can view extremely large , complex datasets and workflows in context – seeing their massive factories , thousands of pieces of equipment and even simulated virtual workers all in one environment ,” says von Reiche . manufacturingdigital . com 77