Şenel Solmaz A.
Journal of innovative engineering and natural science (Online), cilt.5, sa.1, ss.399-435, 2025 (TRDizin)
Özet
Digital Twin (DT) technologies are reshaping the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry by bridging physical and digital domains to enable real-time data integration, advanced simulations, and predictive analytics. This study systematically investigates the role of DT technologies in addressing persistent industry challenges such as inefficiencies, cost overruns, and sustainability goals. Through a detailed literature review of 95 publications spanning 2019 to 2024, the research identifies key contributions, barriers, and gaps in DT applications across lifecycle phases and scales, ranging from individual buildings to urban infrastructure. The findings emphasize DT's transformative potential in enhancing operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, energy optimization, and sustainability. A comprehensive framework is proposed to guide the integration of DTs, addressing technical, economic, and knowledge-based challenges while highlighting opportunities to leverage complementary technologies such as IoT, BIM, AI, and blockchain. The study concludes with actionable recommendations for advancing DT adoption in the AEC industry, paving the way for smarter, more sustainable built environments.