Work framework for the development of digital twins for sustainable university campuses: Pilot Study Faculty of Architecture of the University of Cuenca.

This project proposes a framework to develop digital twins in sustainable university campus, taking as a pilot the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Cuenca. The objectives include the creation of a framework, the development of a digital twin of the campus and the evaluation of its technological acceptance by the end users. A digital twin is a virtual replica of a physical environment that uses several layers of advanced data and technologies such as IoT and Softwares Bim to simulate and optimize its operation. This project seeks to improve resources management in university campuses through real -time data collection, facilitating informed decisions for greater sustainability. The BIM methodology is key to this development, integrating detailed information on the construction and operation of buildings, allowing more efficient and aligned planning with sustainability objectives. In addition, successful digital twin projects will be evaluated in international universities as a reference. The pilot study in the Faculty of Architecture will demonstrate how a digital twin can optimize the use of resources and contribute to the sustainability of the campus, establishing a replicable model for other educational institutions. This project addresses the need for a specific framework that guides the implementation of digital twins and promotes its adoption and acceptance in the university environment.

21st UNIVERSITY RESEARCH PROJECT COMPETITION