Hydropower station dam soil-related construction technology digital twin platform

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of hydropower station dam soil-related construction data processing, and particularly discloses a hydropower station dam soil-related construction technology digital twin platform, which comprises a bottom layer support system, a data acquisition module, a data transmission module, a data processing module, a model construction module and a user interaction module, the bottom layer support system is a system for providing basic support and guarantee for a business architecture, a data architecture, an application architecture and a technical architecture in a digital twin platform architecture of a soil-related construction technology. A series of structures are arranged, based on BIM, a digital twinborn technology, a virtual reality technology and a multimedia technology are utilized, and a three-dimensional visual scene model of construction processes such as earth excavation, dam filling and rolling compaction of a gravel soil core wall dam in the high-altitude area is constructed; the intricate relation among time, space and resources in the whole period of the project is simulated through three-dimensional simulation, and the problems brought by traditional document teaching are effectively solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of data processing technology for soil-related construction of hydropower station dams, specifically a digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology of hydropower station dams. Background Technology

[0002] Earthwork construction of hydropower station dams refers to all core operational processes involving the excavation, transportation, filling, compaction, and foundation treatment of earth and rock materials during dam construction. Its core purpose is to construct a stable and seepage-proof dam structure.

[0003] Currently, the complex relationships between time, space, and resources in the entire lifecycle of hydropower dam construction projects make it difficult to plan the spatial layout and allocate resources at each stage of the project. Traditional learning methods for hydropower dam construction technicians require readers to have a certain level of basic industry theoretical knowledge and lack intuitiveness, which causes inconvenience for the training and learning of front-line construction teams. These documents are usually stored in paper or electronic form, lacking effective means for rapid retrieval and utilization. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a digital twin platform for the earthwork construction technology of hydropower station dams, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology of hydropower station dams, the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology includes an underlying support system, a data acquisition module, a data transmission module, a data processing module, a model building module and a user interaction module; The underlying support system is a system that provides basic support and protection for the business architecture, data architecture, application architecture and technical architecture in the digital twin platform architecture of soil-related construction technology; The data acquisition module is used to collect soil-related construction data of hydropower station dams from the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology. The data transmission module transmits the collected data to the upper-level platform via network technology, providing real-time communication support for the earthwork construction of the hydropower station dam. The data processing module cleans, merges, and stores the raw data, and constructs the database of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology. The model building module utilizes BIM-based, digital twin, virtual reality, and multimedia technologies to construct a three-dimensional visualization scene model of the earthwork excavation, dam filling, and compaction construction processes for gravel-soil core wall dams in high-altitude areas. The user interaction module provides an intuitive and easy-to-use interface, enabling users to easily complete various operations. The aforementioned digital twin platform for earthwork construction technology combines UE5 with a new media platform. Utilizing UE5's powerful 3D modeling and rendering capabilities, it constructs realistic three-dimensional visualized construction scenes, covering virtual scenes of dam earthwork excavation, filling, and compaction construction processes. The digital twin platform for earthwork construction technology supports multiple interaction methods and enables real-time interaction of construction scenes through streaming media technology. Technical personnel can access and operate it anytime, anywhere. Through technologies such as simulation video encoding and compression, streaming media technology, video decoding and playback, network transmission and distribution, and security and copyright protection, it achieves comprehensive digital and intelligent management of the construction process. The main contents of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology include soil exploration, soil preparation, soil re-exploration, core wall filling, mining and transportation, and quality testing.

[0006] Preferably, the underlying support system includes virtual simulation technology, film and television special effects technology, 3D animation technology, UE5 3D engine, database engine, database management platform, server and copyright protection system.

[0007] Preferably, the steps for constructing the 3D visualization scene model are as follows: Step 1: Data Acquisition and Processing: Collect data on earthwork construction of the hydropower station dam, and clean, integrate and process the collected data; Step 2: Establishment of digital twin model: Based on the collected and processed data, a digital twin model of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology of hydropower station dam is established using modeling software; Step 3, 3D visualization design: Based on the digital twin model, perform 3D visualization design; Step 4, Data Integration and Simulation: Based on virtual reality technology, real-time data of soil-related construction of hydropower station dams is integrated with digital twin models to simulate and predict the scenarios of soil-related construction of hydropower station dams. Step 5, Visualization and Analysis: Based on 3D visualization technology, the digital twin model is fed back to the users involved in the earthwork construction of the hydropower station dam; Step 6: Update and Optimize: Based on feedback from real-time data on earthwork construction of hydropower station dams and user needs, improve and upgrade the digital twin model.

[0008] Preferably, the data acquisition module collects data from national standards, industry standards, enterprise standards, and enterprise resource databases.

[0009] Preferably, the new media platform is a digital media platform built on Internet and mobile Internet technologies, used for information dissemination, content creation and social interaction, covering multiple mainstream forms.

[0010] Preferably, the application effect of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology is to simulate the construction of core-wall rockfill dams, soil mining, soil preparation, and weather effects during winter and rainy seasons.

[0011] Preferably, the research methods for the digital twin platform of soil-related construction technology include data review and collection, field surveys, practical and application research, and application analysis.

[0012] Preferably, the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology includes a set of digital twin platform programs based on soil-related construction technology and a set of courseware for soil-related construction technology developed based on BIM using digital twin technology, virtual reality technology, and multimedia technology.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are: The digital twin platform for the earthwork construction technology of this hydropower station dam, based on BIM and utilizing digital twin, virtual reality, and multimedia technologies, constructs a 3D visualization scene model of the construction processes such as earthwork excavation, dam filling, and compaction for gravel-soil core wall dams in high-altitude areas. It transforms dry text-based construction plans into vivid construction scenarios, conveying construction process standards, industry knowledge, engineering quality requirements, and experience summaries to engineering construction practitioners in a more realistic, vivid, and easy-to-understand way. The 3D simulation demonstrates the intricate relationships between time, space, and resources throughout the entire project lifecycle, providing a deep understanding of the spatial layout and resource allocation of the project at each time point.

[0014] This digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology of the hydropower station dam focuses on soil-related processes in earth-rock dams, aiming to help technical personnel solve practical problems in engineering construction. Its main content includes soil exploration, mining and transportation, soil preparation, core wall filling, and quality inspection. It plays a positive role in knowledge transfer to train new employees, guide construction personnel in practice, ensure and improve project quality and efficiency, and promote technological innovation and improvement, thereby contributing to enterprise development and project construction. The platform can optimize resource allocation, provide scientific decision support, summarize and train construction techniques, significantly improving construction efficiency and quality, and reducing construction risks and costs. It plans to combine soil-related construction technology courseware developed based on BIM using digital twin, virtual reality, and multimedia technologies with a full life-cycle progress simulation of the project construction. This digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology can effectively solve the problems brought about by traditional document-based teaching. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a module diagram of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a diagram of the digital twin platform architecture for soil-related construction technology of the present invention; Figure 3This is a flowchart illustrating the construction process of the 3D visualization scene model for this invention. Detailed Implementation

[0016] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0017] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown in this embodiment, the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology of hydropower station dam includes an underlying support system, a data acquisition module, a data transmission module, a data processing module, a model building module, and a user interaction module. The underlying support system is a system that provides basic support and assurance for the business architecture, data architecture, application architecture, and technical architecture within the digital twin platform architecture of soil-related construction technology. The data acquisition module is used to collect soil-related construction data for hydropower station dams from the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology. The data transmission module transmits the collected data to the upper-level platform via network technology, providing real-time communication support for the earthwork construction of hydropower station dams; The data processing module cleans, merges, and stores the raw data, and constructs the database of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technologies. The model building module utilizes BIM-based, digital twin, virtual reality, and multimedia technologies to construct a 3D visualization scene model of the earthwork excavation, dam filling, and compaction construction processes for gravel-soil core wall dams in high-altitude areas. This transforms dry text-based construction plans into vivid construction scenarios, conveying construction process standards, industry knowledge, engineering quality requirements, and experience summaries to engineering construction professionals in a more realistic, vivid, and easily understandable way. The user interaction module provides an intuitive and easy-to-use interface, enabling users to easily complete various operations. The Digital Twin Platform for Soil-Related Construction Technology combines UE5 with a new media platform. Leveraging UE5's powerful 3D modeling and rendering capabilities, it constructs realistic 3D visualized construction scenes, encompassing virtual scenarios of dam excavation, filling, and compaction processes. The platform supports multiple interaction methods, enabling real-time interaction of the construction scene through streaming media technology. Technical personnel can access and operate the platform anytime, anywhere. Through technologies such as simulated video encoding and compression, streaming media, video decoding and playback, network transmission and distribution, and security and copyright protection, it achieves comprehensive digital and intelligent management of the construction process. The platform optimizes resource allocation, provides scientific decision support, and summarizes and trains on construction techniques, thereby significantly improving construction efficiency and quality while reducing construction risks and costs. The main contents of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology include soil exploration, soil preparation, soil re-exploration, core wall filling, mining and transportation, and quality testing. It plays a positive role in passing on knowledge to train new employees, guiding construction personnel in practice, ensuring and improving project quality and efficiency, promoting technological innovation and improvement, and thus contributing to enterprise development and engineering construction.

[0018] Specifically, the underlying support system includes virtual simulation technology, film and television special effects technology, 3D animation technology, UE5 3D engine, database engine, database management platform, server and copyright protection system. Through technologies such as simulation video encoding and compression, streaming media technology, video decoding and playback, network transmission and distribution, security and copyright protection, it realizes comprehensive digital and intelligent management of the construction process.

[0019] Furthermore, the steps for constructing a 3D visualization scene model are as follows: Step 1: Data Acquisition and Processing: Collect data on earthwork construction of the hydropower station dam, and clean, integrate and process the collected data; Step 2: Establishment of digital twin model: Based on the collected and processed data, a digital twin model of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology of hydropower station dam is established using modeling software; Step 3, 3D visualization design: Based on the digital twin model, perform 3D visualization design; Step 4, Data Integration and Simulation: Based on virtual reality technology, real-time data of soil-related construction of hydropower station dams is integrated with digital twin models to simulate and predict the scenarios of soil-related construction of hydropower station dams. Step 5, Visualization and Analysis: Based on 3D visualization technology, the digital twin model is fed back to the users involved in the earthwork construction of the hydropower station dam; Step 6: Update and Optimize: Based on feedback from real-time data on earthwork construction of hydropower station dams and user needs, improve and upgrade the digital twin model.

[0020] Furthermore, the data acquisition module collects data from national standards, industry standards, enterprise standards, and enterprise resource databases.

[0021] Furthermore, new media platforms are digital media platforms built on internet and mobile internet technologies, used for information dissemination, content creation, and social interaction, covering multiple mainstream forms.

[0022] Furthermore, the application effect of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology is to simulate the construction of core rockfill dams, soil mining, soil preparation, and weather effects during winter and rainy seasons.

[0023] Furthermore, the research methods for digital twin platforms of soil-related construction technologies include data review and collection, field surveys, practical and application research, and application analysis. Data review and collection: The system systematically reviewed domestic and international literature on construction technology for high-altitude, cold-climate, and ultra-high core-wall rockfill dams; collected national, industry, and local standards and specifications for water conservancy and hydropower engineering construction technology; conducted in-depth research on representative hydropower engineering cases such as hydropower stations; analyzed their successful experiences and existing problems in soil-related construction technology; focused on innovative practices and achievements in intelligent compaction, BIM technology application, and winter construction technology; and learned about the key control points of personnel, equipment, materials, and environment at the construction sites of the two hydropower stations through visits and interviews, providing a reference for the platform's functional design. On-site research: At the hydropower station dam construction site, a comprehensive understanding of the earthwork construction technology for high-altitude, high-cold, and ultra-high core rockfill dams was gained. This research provides support for building a digital twin platform for earthwork construction technology of gravel-soil core dams. The research methods included: experience exchange: in-depth exchanges with on-site management and construction personnel to understand their experience and problems encountered in safety management; listening to reports: listening to reports from the project management team on construction processes, quality control, and the application of new technologies to obtain first-hand information; site inspection: on-site inspection of the construction site to observe the actual operation and management during construction, recording existing problems and areas for improvement; and data analysis: collecting and analyzing on-site construction materials, including equipment operation, material usage, quality acceptance, and environmental monitoring, to provide data support for subsequent research. Practical and Application Research: Combining advanced technologies such as digital twin platforms, this research explores the role and value of standardized construction techniques in improving construction quality, efficiency, and safety, providing reference and guidance for subsequent engineering practices. A digital twin platform for soil-related construction technologies will be built, integrating lightweight design to achieve visualized display and intelligent management of the construction process. Three-dimensional simulation of soil-related construction technologies will be embedded into the platform to ensure that construction personnel can easily access and implement relevant standards. A continuous improvement mechanism will be established to regularly evaluate and summarize the application effects of the digital twin platform. Based on new problems and needs in engineering practice, the platform's functions will be continuously optimized and improved to ensure its continued advancement and practicality. Application Analysis: Expert review ensured the scientific rigor, practicality, and innovation of the platform's content. Technical experts in water conservancy and hydropower engineering, construction management, and digital twin technology were invited to review the platform's functional design, 3D simulation content, and construction standards system, generating expert opinions to provide a basis for subsequent optimization. Based on feedback from trial operation and expert review, the platform's content and functions were optimized to improve its practicality and user experience. This included adjusting 3D simulation details, optimizing platform functions, and improving interface design to enhance ease of use for construction personnel. Small-scale trial operation validated the optimization effects, ensuring the platform achieved its intended goals.

[0024] Application analysis comprehensively evaluates the platform's effectiveness in actual construction. By collecting construction data and user feedback during the trial operation, it compares the construction efficiency, quality control, and cost optimization before and after the platform's application, forming an application analysis report. This report summarizes the problems encountered in the platform's practical application and provides direction for future optimization.

[0025] Through comprehensive testing, the stability and practicality of the platform and 3D simulation model are ensured. Results display materials are produced for promotion and publicity. Technical support and training are provided, and a technical summary report is generated to provide technical reference and promotion suggestions for the industry. At the same time, the shortcomings of existing technologies are analyzed, and directions and suggestions for future technology upgrades are proposed.

[0026] Furthermore, the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology includes a set of digital twin platform programs based on soil-related construction technology and a set of soil-related construction technology courseware developed based on BIM using digital twin, virtual reality, and multimedia technologies. It is planned to combine the soil-related construction technology courseware developed based on BIM using digital twin, virtual reality, and multimedia technologies with the simulation of the entire lifecycle of engineering construction progress. This will accurately recreate the real working environment of the construction site, showcasing each standardized construction procedure step by step, and presenting the process quality requirements in an intuitive and clear way. Through an immersive learning experience, construction workers can feel as if they are in a real construction scenario, greatly improving participation and learning interest. The advantage of the immersive teaching platform lies in its participation and real-time interactivity. The platform can provide real-time feedback and personalized learning paths. Construction workers can repeatedly watch and operate specific construction steps according to their own learning progress and level of understanding until they fully master them. The personalized learning experience can significantly improve learning effectiveness and reduce learning time.

[0027] Finally, it should be noted that the above descriptions are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology of hydropower station dams, characterized in that: The digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology includes an underlying support system, a data acquisition module, a data transmission module, a data processing module, a model building module, and a user interaction module. The underlying support system is a system that provides basic support and protection for the business architecture, data architecture, application architecture and technical architecture in the digital twin platform architecture of soil-related construction technology; The data acquisition module is used to collect soil-related construction data of hydropower station dams from the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology. The data transmission module transmits the collected data to the upper-level platform via network technology, providing real-time communication support for the earthwork construction of the hydropower station dam. The data processing module cleans, merges, and stores the raw data, and constructs the database of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology. The model building module utilizes BIM-based, digital twin, virtual reality, and multimedia technologies to construct a three-dimensional visualization scene model of the earthwork excavation, dam filling, and compaction construction processes for gravel-soil core wall dams in high-altitude areas. The user interaction module provides an intuitive and easy-to-use interface, enabling users to easily complete various operations. The aforementioned digital twin platform for earthwork construction technology combines UE5 with a new media platform. Utilizing UE5's powerful 3D modeling and rendering capabilities, it constructs a three-dimensional visualized construction scene, covering virtual scenes of dam earthwork excavation, filling, and compaction construction processes. Real-time interaction of the construction scene is achieved through streaming media technology. Through simulated video encoding and compression, streaming media technology, video decoding and playback, network transmission and distribution, and security and copyright protection technologies, it realizes comprehensive digital and intelligent management of the construction process. The digital twin platform for soil-related construction technologies includes soil exploration, soil preparation, soil re-exploration, core wall filling, mining and transportation, and quality testing.

2. The digital twin platform for hydropower station dam construction technology involving soil as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The underlying support system includes virtual simulation technology, film and television special effects technology, 3D animation technology, UE5 3D engine, database engine, database management platform, server and copyright protection system.

3. The digital twin platform for hydropower station dam construction technology involving soil as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The steps for constructing the 3D visualization scene model are as follows: Step 1: Data Acquisition and Processing: Collect data on earthwork construction of the hydropower station dam, and clean, integrate and process the collected data; Step 2: Establishment of digital twin model: Based on the collected and processed data, a digital twin model of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology of hydropower station dam is established using modeling software; Step 3, 3D visualization design: Based on the digital twin model, perform 3D visualization design; Step 4, Data Integration and Simulation: Based on virtual reality technology, real-time data of soil-related construction of hydropower station dams is integrated with digital twin models to simulate and predict the scenarios of soil-related construction of hydropower station dams. Step 5, Visualization and Analysis: Based on 3D visualization technology, the digital twin model is fed back to the users involved in the earthwork construction of the hydropower station dam; Step 6: Update and Optimize: Based on feedback from real-time data on earthwork construction of hydropower station dams and user needs, improve and upgrade the digital twin model.

4. The digital twin platform for hydropower station dam construction technology involving soil as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The data acquisition module collects data from national standards, industry standards, enterprise standards, and enterprise resource databases.

5. The digital twin platform for hydropower station dam construction technology involving soil as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The new media platform is a digital media platform built on Internet and mobile Internet technologies, used for information dissemination, content creation, and social interaction.

6. The digital twin platform for hydropower station dam construction technology involving soil as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The application effect of the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology is to simulate the construction of core-wall rockfill dams, soil mining, soil preparation, and weather effects during winter and rainy seasons.

7. The digital twin platform for hydropower station dam construction technology involving soil as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The research methods for the digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology include data review and collection, field surveys, practical and application research, and application analysis.

8. The digital twin platform for hydropower station dam construction technology involving soil as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The digital twin platform for soil-related construction technology includes a set of digital twin platform programs based on soil-related construction technology and a set of courseware for soil-related construction technology developed based on BIM using digital twin technology, virtual reality technology, and multimedia technology.

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