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Which technological solution is behind the Digital Twin and how can I familiarise myself with it? You can find an introduction here. Learn the basics of the Digital Twin and the Asset Administration Shell, obtain an introduction to the training courses and find information about the open source software.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n

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The base of everything<\/h5>\n

Digital Twin<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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Digital Twin \u2013 the heart of Industry 4.0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Industry 4.0 promises to create value through the cross-manufacturer exchange of information with industry-neutral standards for communication, services and semantics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most important tool for meeting this requirement is the Digital Twin, the data image of an asset. An asset is an object that is to be integrated into the information world of Industry 4.0. There is a large range of possible assets \u2013 from machines and their components, supply materials, products and software to documents such as plans, contracts or purchase\/service orders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the approach taken by IDTA, the Digital Twin is, in contrast to frequently chosen illustrations, not primarily a realistic virtual image of the object under consideration. In terms of effect, it is quite similar to a USB connector that works in multiple applications irrespective of manufacturer because its standard is defined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Greater digital value creation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Digital Twin contains all the information that defines the characteristics and behaviour of an asset. The Asset Administration Shell (AAS) designed by IDTA implements this Digital Twin for Industry 4.0. Thanks to its full interoperability, the AAS paves the way for greater digital value creation. It simplifies data management for non-intelligent and intelligent devices alike. The AAS maps the entire life cycle of products, devices, machines and plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Submodels of the AAS<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The AAS consists of a series of submodels that describe all the data and functions of a particular asset \u2013 such as characteristics, properties, states, parameters, measurement data and capabilities. The AAS makes it possible to use different communication channels and applications and connects objects to the networked, digital and decentralised world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A model for the future<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Simple communication and production The AAS allows a cross-manufacturer exchange of information with industry-neutral standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Greater digital value creation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Simple data management for all types of devices improves digital value creation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The AAS accompanies the entire life cycle of devices, machines and plants.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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AAS Training Programme<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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The AAS training programme is designed to support companies on their way towards digital transformation with the AAS. It is tailored to real business needs and helps organizations strengthen their strategies with the Digital Twin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Basic Training – Understanding the principles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Gain a thorough introduction to the Asset Administration Shell, its concepts, standards and initial use cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advanced Training – Learn practical skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Get to know tools and reference implementations and create your own AAS in practical exercises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expert Training – Connecting in the Dataspace<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Deepen your knowledge in the context of ecosystems and datasets, integrate your AAS into the dataspace, and complete the training with a certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The modules can be customized to your interests. Details on the modules, prices and available packages can be found in the flyer<\/a><\/mark><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting dates:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Upcoming Training <\/strong>
Starting from 28.09.2026
Last modul: 02.11.2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information: academy@idtwin.org<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To register, please complete the registration form<\/mark><\/a> and send it to academy@idtwin.org<\/mark><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The easy way to get started with your own Asset Administration Shell. Open source software provides you with a quick and easy way to create your own AAS or install your own server with your AAS. With the AASX Package Explorer you get a powerful editor for the AAS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AASX Package Explorer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The AASX Package Explorer is a viewer and editor for AAS, which is intended to support users, especially for their first steps. The tool enables the use of various plugins such as the Web Version of the Package Explorer or a Nameplate Viewer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eclipse Digital Twin: https:\/\/projects.eclipse.org\/projects\/dt<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GitHub: https:\/\/github.com\/eclipse-aaspe\/aaspe<\/a><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n

AASX Server<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The AASX Server is a runtime environment which loads AASX files, executes them, and makes them accessible via the API with HTTP\/REST. It is also possible to connect the Package Explorer with the Server, so the AASX files can be exchanged, created, updated, and deleted among both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eclipse Digital Twin: https:\/\/projects.eclipse.org\/projects\/dt<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

GitHub: https:\/\/github.com\/eclipse-aaspe\/aasx-server<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Docker Images: https:\/\/hub.docker.com\/u\/adminshellio<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

AAS Test Engine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This tool offers measures to validate compliance of AAS implementations against the AAS standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GitHub: https:\/\/github.com\/admin-shell-io\/aas-test-engines<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Certification Portal: https:\/\/certification.admin-shell-io.com<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Visualization with the AASX<\/h5>\n

AAS Demonstrators<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n
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The following Example AASX Servers provide visualization of some industrial sample AAS and a way to access them via REST API.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Default server with no security and registry:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Server: https:\/\/v3.admin-shell-io.com<\/mark><\/a>
REST APIs\/Swagger: https:\/\/v3.admin-shell-io.com\/swagger\/index.html<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Server with registry but no security:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Server: https:\/\/v3-2.admin-shell-io.com<\/mark><\/a>
REST APIs\/Swagger: https:\/\/v3-2.admin-shell-io.com\/swagger\/index.html<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Server with security:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Server: https:\/\/v3security.admin-shell-io.com<\/mark><\/a>
REST APIs\/Swagger: https:\/\/v3security.admin-shell-io.com\/swagger\/index.html<\/a><\/mark>
OpenID Authentication Server: https:\/\/admin-shell-io.com\/50001\/.well-known\/openid-configuration<\/mark><\/a><\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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