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SPIRAL Explores Human-Centered Digital Twins for Craftsmanship

As part of a collaborative project with EY Studio+, Polytechnique Solutions, and the ARTEMIS team at Telecom SudParis, SPIRAL explored the potential of Human-Centered Digital Twins for traditional craftsmanship.

This experimental project is part of SPIRAL's broader research on immersive technologies, digital creation, and new approaches to knowledge mediation. It combines 4D capture, 3D reconstruction, digital twin technologies, and immersive environments to document professional gestures, their execution context, and the knowledge that accompanies them.

The project followed a Human-Centered Design approach, prioritizing field observation and close collaboration with artisans before developing technological solutions. This methodology made it possible to analyze professional practices, identify the tacit knowledge involved in repair processes, and develop an initial Human-Centered Digital Twin demonstrator focused on preserving and transmitting craftsmanship.

The first results of the project were presented at the Viva Technology 2026 on EY's Explore Lounge stand. The demonstration showcased the design methodology, the technologies involved, and potential applications for training, knowledge transfer, and the promotion of artisanal expertise.

Beyond the demonstrator itself, the project established a design methodology based on immersion, co-design, and iterative development. The insights gained through this collaboration open new perspectives for the development of future Human-Centered Digital Twins that will progressively integrate advances in artificial intelligence to improve access to knowledge, enrich learning experiences, and support the transmission of specialized skills.

This project reflects SPIRAL's commitment to developing interdisciplinary approaches that bring together research, innovation, and creative practice to imagine new digital technologies serving professional expertise, culture, and heritage.