Rijkswaterstaat - Digital Twin Maeslant barrier
A digital twin prototype was developed for the Maeslant barrier, a storm surge barrier in the Nieuwe waterweg, close to the city of Rotterdam. The Digital Twin is designed based on research within Rijkswaterstaat, the user interface is built in Unity and several calculation models are connected with Python scripts.
The prototype was developed on behalf of Aveco the Bondt and DiTTo Engineering, using Unity for the UI and visualization aspects and Python for the engineering models.
TU Delft - Engineering Doctorate research
An EngD is a degree awarded on the basis of advanced study and a practical project in engineering or applied science for solving problems in the industry.
The EngD program takes 2 years, of which the subject in this case was to research the possible application purposes of a Digital Twin for a Storm Surge Barrier. To investigate the applications, as a test case, a first version of a Digital Twin of the Maeslant barrier was built and tested along potential users.
Data-Driven Asset Management for Efficiency and Reliability
This project focuses on optimizing asset management of large, high-risk installations, such as pumps in pumping stations and storm surge barriers, or heat pumps and air handling units in hospitals, through smart use of data. By applying predictive models like ARIMA and SARIMA, we can accurately forecast performance and maintenance needs, enabling more efficient planning and reducing unexpected failures.
In addition, we use anomaly detection techniques, such as Isolation Forest, to quickly identify deviations in performance. This facilitates preventive maintenance, extends the lifespan of assets, and increases their availability. Our innovative approach helps companies manage their installations more efficiently and reliably.