KIVI Hydraulic Engineering cordially invites you to our lecture: Digital Twins in Hydraulic Engineering: from 'fun toy' to 'unthinkable'. During this afternoon, Luc Ponsioen (Hydrotwin engineering), Emily Spitsbaard (RWS) & Paulo Pileggi (TNO) will take you through practical examples into the current- and future applications of Digital Twins.

Programme:

- 14:30- Walk-in

- 15:00 - 15:30 What is a digital twin - We will discuss the most common definitions and give our views.

- 15:30 - 16:00 What are the applications? Using practical examples and demos, we will show how digital twins are applied and what trade-offs have been made.

- Break (15 min)

- 16:15 - 17:00 What are the challenges and developments - We will share our views on future developments, including AI, Machine Learning and Large Language Models, and discuss the practical challenges and current state of play within RWS.

We hope to welcome you for an inspiring and informative afternoon! Info on accessibility can be found via the RWS website: RWS visitor information.

You can register via the website until 27 January. After the lecture there will be an opportunity to talk after with a drink.

Participation is free for members and costs 30 euros for non-members.

Students may also participate free of charge; they can register by sending an e-mail to Paul.sinnema@rhdhv.com.