Book excerpt: Digital Twin Driven Smart Design draws on the latest industry practice and research to establish a basis for the implementation of digital twin technology in product design. Coverage of relevant design theory and methodology is followed by detailed discussions of key enabling technologies that are supported by cutting-edge case studies of implementation. This groundbreaking book explores how digital twin technology can bring improvements to different kinds of product design process, including functional, lean and green. Drawing on the work of researchers at the forefront of this technology, this book is the ideal guide for anyone interested in digital manufacturing or computer-aided design. Provides detailed case studies that explore key applications of digital twin technology in design practice Introduces the concept of using digital twins to create the virtual commissioning of design projects Presents a framework to help engineers incorporate digital twins into their product design process