Digital Twins for Urban Infrastructure is a 270-page field-tested engineering handbook from 3D-LABS — covering the architecture, data integration, and engineering applications of digital twins for city-scale infrastructure using real-time IoT sensor data, BIM models, and GIS for predictive maintenance and operational optimisation. Every concept is backed by worked examples, engineering diagrams, and the exact Indian and international standards you’ll be held to.
Why engineers choose this book
It’s written the way real projects work: no filler, just the data architecture, monitoring thresholds, and decisions an experienced engineer would walk a colleague through — so you can build it, monitor it, and operate it with confidence.
Who is this book for?
Practising civil and structural engineers, smart-infrastructure and IoT teams, contractors, and final-year engineering students and GATE aspirants who want India-relevant, application-first knowledge rather than generic theory.
What standards does this book reference?
ISO 23247-1:2021 digital twin framework, IFC 4.x (ISO 16739-1:2018) for BIM data, OGC SensorThings API for IoT, and ISO 19650-3:2020 for operational-phase information management.
What SHM data requirements are specified?
Bridge SHM: strain/accelerometer data sampled at >=100 Hz per ISO 13822:2010. Processed at 5% from baseline triggers alert per AASHTO bridge monitoring guidelines.
What Indian smart city content is included?
Smart Cities Mission MoHUA ICCC architecture, ISRO Bhuvan geospatial integration, NHAI NH-44 highway digital twin case study, and Jal Jeevan Mission water network twin requirements.
Written by engineers with 23+ years in the field
This book is authored by the 3D-LABS engineering team — practising professionals with field experience since 2003 (23+ years) across engineering design, analysis, and consulting. Every chapter is reviewed for technical accuracy before publication, and 3D-LABS books are already trusted by 10,000+ engineers and students across India.
How do I access this book after purchase?
eBook PDF: Instant download via email and 3D-LABS dashboard. Paper Book: Printed and shipped to India.
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