Towards National Connected Digital Twins
A Geospatial Perspective
Claire Ellul (University College London)
J. Stoter (TU Delft - Urban Data Science)
B. Bucher (Institut National de Information Geographique et Forestiere (IGN))
Per Ola Olsson (Lund University)
Roland Billen (Université de Liège)
Bart Delathouwer (Gemeente Rotterdam)
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Abstract
Digital Twins are realistic digital representations of the physical world, frequently characterised by a two way link between digital and physical. Originating in manufacturing, they are now expanding to city and national scales. In this paper we explore connections between Geographic Information Science and National Digital Twins. Six different viewpoints and perspectives are presented on the topic, highlighting the importance of: geospatial data engineering; metadata engineering; standards; challenges facing mapping agencies; governance and public values; and a ”reality check” that explores the gaps between what is required and what can currently be achieved. We present 22 recommendations and summarise the findings by presenting a high level research agenda to enable better understanding and articulation of the link between the two.
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