ROLE OF DIGITAL TWINS IN SMART CITIES
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Rapid urbanization is placing increasing pressure on city infrastructure, resources, and services, making traditional methods of urban planning and management insufficient. Smart cities aim to address these challenges by integrating advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and big data analytics. Among these technologies, digital twins have emerged as a powerful tool for transforming how cities are designed, monitored, and managed.
A digital twin is a dynamic virtual representation of a physical system that continuously updates using real-time data from sensors and connected devices. This paper explores the role of digital twins in enabling efficient, sustainable, and data-driven smart cities. It examines their applications in areas such as urban planning, transportation, energy management, and public safety. The study also highlights how digital twins improve decision-making by allowing simulations, predictive analysis, and real-time monitoring. Despite their potential, challenges such as high implementation costs, data privacy concerns, and system complexity must be addressed. The paper concludes that digital twins are a key enabler of next-generation smart cities and will play a central role in shaping future urban environments
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Rai, Y. (2026). Role of Digital Twins in Smart Cities. International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, 02(05). https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i5.313
Rai, Yugank. "Role of Digital Twins in Smart Cities." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, vol. 02, no. 05, 2026, pp. . doi:https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i5.313.
Rai, Yugank. "Role of Digital Twins in Smart Cities." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology 02, no. 05 (2026). https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i5.313.
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