A comprehensive simulation and visualization effort to digitize LSU’s 400,000-square-foot
engineering facility. The project maps traffic patterns, resource usage, and lab access,
with future plans for AR navigation and AI data-layer interaction.
LSU’s Digital Twin of Patrick F. Taylor Hall is a high-fidelity virtual replica of
the university’s flagship engineering building. The project integrates detailed 3D
modeling with data visualization to simulate building layout, space usage, and human
movement. Designed as an interactive tool, the digital twin supports facility planning,
space optimization, and future smart-building applications, while also serving as
a platform for immersive visualization, research, and campus engagement.
LSU’s digital twin of Patrick F. Taylor Hall was created using LiDAR scanning and
photogrammetry to capture accurate building geometry, which was then developed into
a high-fidelity 3D model. The project uses Unreal Engine for real-time rendering and
interaction, enabling immersive exploration and visualization. Spatial computing and
XR tools support interactive analysis, while integrated data layers allow visualization
of space usage and movement patterns. Web-based access technologies extend the twin’s
availability, with future enhancements planned for AI-driven analytics and augmented
reality navigation.
LSU’s digital twin of Patrick F. Taylor Hall serves as a hands-on learning platform
that connects classroom instruction with real-world applications. It supports interdisciplinary
education in engineering, digital media, data visualization, and spatial computing,
giving students experience with advanced modeling and simulation technologies. By
working with tools and workflows used in industry, the project helps prepare students
for high-demand careers in engineering, technology, and smart infrastructure, strengthening
LSU’s role in workforce development and innovation.
LSU’s digital twin of Patrick F. Taylor Hall is led by the university’s XR Studio
and Digital Media Arts & Engineering program, bringing together expertise in engineering,
computer science, design, and media arts. The project also engages with a broader
network of industry and research partners, connecting students and faculty with cutting-edge
technologies and collaborative opportunities that advance digital twin innovation
and workforce development.
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