Hyundai Motor, Kia Unveil Smart Factory Technologies Built on Virtual Plants

South Korean automakers unveil smart factory technologies based on virtual plants for more efficient production.

The technologies, which use digital twins to simulate production processes, aim to improve efficiency and reduce waste in Hyundai and Kia's manufacturing operations.

The virtual plants were developed in collaboration with the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology and the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology.

The companies plan to implement the technologies at several of their manufacturing facilities in the coming months.