Scientometric Analysis of Digital Twin in Industry 4.0

The rise of digital technology has brought about the era of Industry 4.0, leading to significant changes in various industries. The concept of “Digital Twin (DT)” is crucial as it enables the creation of digital representations of physical assets and processes. In the modern age, it has become an indispensable and transformative tool, revolutionizing how industries operate and innovate. The effectiveness of DT technology can be evaluated through scientometric analysis using VOSviewer, a powerful tool for constructing and presenting bibliometric networks. Research related to Industry 4.0 indicates the growth of DT literature and examines the geographic distribution of research contributions from 2018 to 2024 using the Scopus repository. It also highlights the most notable scholars and their seminal works, emphasizing key contributors, driving innovation, and shaping the future of the field. The findings offer a valuable understanding of the current state of DT study, its impact on 4.0 industries, and the potential for collaborative research.