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The Surprise Digital Twin Project

April 2024

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Next Lab

Envisioning and building inclusive tech-driven futures �with diverse learners, educators, industry and global society

At Next Lab we employ students to

explore new technologies
cultivate future skills
solve complex problems with our partners
develop a healthy and ethical workforce

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Gametech

Web3

Spatial Computing

Artificial Intelligence

XaaS

Learner Agency

Quantum Cognition

IoT

Next Lab

Futures Thinking

Responsible Innovation

Converging technologies

Game engines, Learner Agency, Intrinsic motivators, Flow design, Game Mechanics

Decentralized, Ed3, Smart Contracts, Dao’s

VR/AR, Metaverse, �Digital Twins, Immersive Learning, IOT, XaaS

Deep learning, multi-modality, natural language processing, machine learning, LLMs,

Software, Platform, Infrastructure, Comms, Network, Storage, Cloud, Monitoring, Compute

Heutagogy, self efficacy, meta-cognition, self-determined and rhizomatic learning

Embodied learning, sensorimotor systems, neurodiversity, immersive

Sensors, smart devices, connectivity, processing, interface

Signals, Readiness, Foresight/Insight, Patterns, Retro-Active

Anticipation, Reflexivity, Inclusion, Responsiveness

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Project Team Members

Lakshya Dharwal

Keval Shah

Tushar Tyagi

Jesus Franco Yescas

Ashlynn Dang

Digital Storytelling

UI/UX

Project Lead & Developer

Developer

Modeling/Concept

Viresh Bhurke

Developer

Sahil Garg

Developer

Meredith Woodward

UI/UX

Cami Keck

3D Modeling

Harshini Kandagaddala

UI/UX

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How can we help investors better visualize, understand, and feel confident about creating value in Elm Street?

Defining the Challenge

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A Digital Twin of Elm Street— a virtual model that enables investors to make better decisions by providing a clear view of how they can create value and make informed choices.

Building the Solution

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The Digital Twin Experiences

City Data View

A 3D map of the entire city with live connections to ArcGIS/Esri data sets.

Street & Ground Views

A view of the Elm Street area that allows users to navigate from a traditional top-down view or a first-person POV.

To view current and planned businesses and available spaces.

For potential investors to see demographics of the city residents.

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Surprise Digital Twin Project Progress

September 2024

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Project timeline�2024 Surprise Digital Twin Project

Jan-Feb

Next Lab establishes team

Mar-May

Build, test, iterate the digital twin platform

Working Prototype

June

�- ArcGIS Urban 2D/3D model�- Interactive Story Map�- 3D high-fidelity model

Early October

Broker Focus Group

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City Data View

Progress for

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City Data Map: Surprise, AZ

Explore the city on a large scale with data and demographics
Filter information and data for custom views
Submit feedback, queries, and/or requests

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Unity Game Engine with ArcGIS

Leveraging robust data layers from Esri and importing them into game engines to augment functionality for immersive interactivity, gamified experiences, and digital storytelling.

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Street View

Progress for

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3D Brochure:

Aerial View

Explore downtown as a resident, visitor, or investor.
Visualize data layers like retail, parking, and F&B.
Get insights through seamless navigation.

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Editor View:

Street View

Adapt to design layout changes on the fly
Instantly add new proposed buildings to the scene.
Modify building positions, resize, or remove them effortlessly

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Ground View

Progress for:

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3D Brochure:

Aerial View

Experience downtown as a resident or investor
Visualize multiple data layers (retail, parking, F&B)
Navigate with guided messages

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3D Brochure:

Street View

Navigate the commercial development area
Explore current and planned development

GROUND

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3D Brochure:

Street View

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Surprise DT�Interactive Story Map

ArcGIS Story Maps is a web app that enables users to craft interactive stories by integrating maps, images, videos, and text, for communicating information and engaging audiences

Effective Data Communication: facilitate clear and engaging communication of complex data and geographic information, making it easier for an audience to understand and interpret.
Multimedia Integration: integrate maps, images, videos, and text, creating multimedia-rich narratives
User-Friendly: interface with pre-designed templates, requiring no coding or advanced technical skills, making it accessible to a wide range of users.
Customization: flexibility to customize the appearance and layout of their story maps, ensuring that the content aligns with their unique storytelling needs.
Broad Applicability: ArcGIS Story Maps are versatile and are used in various fields, including education, journalism, urban planning, environmental advocacy, and business, for enhancing data-driven narratives and decision-making processes.

Story map tool: Intro, Example and Gallery

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"The transformative impact that Surprise's digital twin shall bring is just the beginning; envision a future where this model revolutionizes every corner of Arizona."

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