D-RODS Project

A Digital Twin Framework for Dynamic and Robust Distributed Systems

A Digital Twin Framework for Dynamic and Robust Distributed Systems (D-RODS)

A collaborative research initiative developing an autonomous system testing and operational framework centered on digital twin technology, artificial intelligence, and validation methodologies.

Status: Active (May 2023 – May 2026)

Key Focus:

  • Developing a framework for highly autonomous system testing and operation
  • Integrating digital twins with AI and formal verification approaches
  • Optimizing resource utilization and increasing system resilience to faults
  • Supporting circular economy principles and operational efficiency

Core Technologies:

  • Digital twin technology
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning
  • Verification and validation methodologies
  • Continuous learning and model verification

Application Domains:

  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation
  • Telecommunications

Industrial Partners:

  • ABB Corporate Research
  • Alstom
  • Ericsson AB

Institutional Base: Departments of Intelligent Future Technologies and Networked and Embedded Systems at Mälardalen University

For more information, visit the D-RODS project page.