DIGITAL TWINS IN CONSTRUCTION: CREATING REAL-TIME REPLICAS OF LARGE-SCALE PROJECTS

Integrating digital twins in construction represents a transformative leap in project management and operational efficiency. These dynamic virtual replicas of physical assets enable real-time monitoring, performance simulation, and optimization throughout the construction lifecycle. Despite technological, organizational, and financial barriers, their adoption shows promising results, including significant cost savings and operational improvements. This paper explores how digital twins optimize planning, enhance risk management, and allow remote inspections, contributing to efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness. Emerging applications in disaster resilience and economic impact, combined with future research directions like AI integration and urban infrastructure modeling, underscore their potential to revolutionize the construction industry.