Swinburne enters the metaverse with Factory of Future digital twin
![](/content/dam/media/engagement/CXI-digital-twins.png)
CWX will create 3D digital twins of the production systems in Swinburne’s Factory of the Future.
In summary
- Swinburne's Factory of the Future will be the latest space to enter the metaverse through a new partnership with CWX Technologies.
- CWX will create 3D digital twins of the production systems to improve manufacturing efficiency and introduce Industry 4.0 technologies.
- CWX will work with Swinburne’s Digital Innovation Lab and leading researchers to help shape future applications of metaverse technologies
Swinburne University of Technology’s state-of-the-art Factory of the Future will be the latest space to enter the metaverse through a new partnership with tech leader CWX Technologies.
CWX will create 3D digital twins of the production systems in Swinburne’s Factory of the Future to improve manufacturing efficiency and introduce Industry 4.0 technologies to SMEs across Australia.
Swinburne’s Vice President, Innovation and Enterprise, Dr Werner van der Merwe says the partnership will put the university at the forefront of the enterprise metaverse movement.
"As a technology-focused university, we are driven by finding innovative ways to utilise cutting edge technologies to build a better future,” said Dr van der Merwe.
“We are thrilled to partner with CWX to apply this emerging technology in new and impactful ways and create additional opportunities for our many industry partners who utilise the Factory of the Future."
CWX will work closely with Swinburne’s Digital Innovation Lab and leading researchers on intelligent manufacturing processes, system engineering, artificial intelligence and advanced image processing to help shape future applications of metaverse technologies for manufacturing and enterprise.
Bringing together experts from industry and academia, the partnership will fast-track the translation of cutting-edge research into sustainable, real-world solutions for the manufacturing and utilities industry through the Factory of the Future digital twin. This collaboration will also upskill students in the latest digital and manufacturing tools and techniques.
CWX Director Yuvraj Tomar said that the partnership represents the best of industry and university collaboration.
“We are excited to work with Swinburne University of Technology at forefront of the enterprise metaverse movement,” said Tomar.
“This partnership is an opportunity for us to utilise our expertise in creating digital twins, and together with Swinburne, we can bring about innovative solutions that will pave the way for the future of industry 4.0."
Associate Director of Swinburne’s Digital Innovation Lab Dr. Abhik Banerjee says the collaboration is a first step to improving manufacturing efficiency across the sector.
“The partnership with CWX is another strong example of Swinburne's Digital Innovation Lab leading the development of innovative digital manufacturing solutions for the Australian manufacturing sector,” said Dr Banerjee.
“By leveraging our shared expertise in Internet of Things, artificial intelligence and Industry 4.0, the 3D digital twins will help us design new digital manufacturing solutions for Swinburne’s industry partners.”
-
Media Enquiries
Related articles
-
- Technology
- Science
- Engineering
Victorian students drive green energy transition through international hydrogen competition
Swinburne’s KIOSC, in collaboration with Horizon Educational and Gippsland Tech School, co-hosted the Hydrogen Grand Prix in Melbourne.Friday 26 July 2024 -
- Technology
- Health
New MedTechVic prototypes to transform everyday lives of people with a disability
Swinburne’s MedTechVic has revealed three new prototypes designed through the joint Health-led Manufacturing Innovation Program, in partnership with the Australian Medtech Manufacturing Centre and Safer Care Victoria
Friday 19 July 2024 -
- Business
- Technology
Swinburne’s Luminate Pitch Night 2024 advances innovative ideas for a better world
Swinburne’s 2024 Luminate Pitch Night showcased market-ready ideas from 10 founders
Wednesday 12 June 2024 -
- Health
- Technology
Clinical Innovation Fellowships develop creative solutions to Australia’s healthcare challenges
MedTechVic is gearing up to begin its fourth year of the Clinical Innovation Fellowship Program (CIFP), following the highly successful third round in 2023.
Wednesday 19 June 2024 -
- Technology
- Aviation
- Sustainability
Swinburne partners with Latrobe City Council to propel Victoria’s Advanced Air Mobility precinct
Swinburne has become the first Foundation Member of the newly established Latrobe Aerospace Technology Precinct.
Friday 03 May 2024