The University of Tokyo Innovation Platform Company has invested approximately 100 million yen in DataLabs, aiming to enhance 3D data utilization and digital twin implementation in Japan's construction industry.

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DataLabs Inc., headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo and led by President Daisuke Tajiri, is a pioneering company focused on the practical implementation of digital twins through automated 3D modeling and various simulation capabilities. The company aims to provide an accessible environment in which individuals can easily and affordably utilize 3D data, contributing significantly to productivity improvements across industries, especially in construction. Their technology facilitates the creation of 3D models from point cloud data, enabling sophisticated simulations for thermal, fluid, and structural analyses utilizing a Software as a Service (SaaS) model.

DataLabs collaborates with Associate Professor Yutaka Otake from the University of Tokyo’s Center for Artificial Engineering in developing technologies aimed at the digital twin implementation in buildings, plants, and transportation infrastructure. They focus on leveraging machine learning to automate the creation of both 2D drawings and 3D models from raw data, thereby streamlining workflows and enhancing efficiency in various sectors.

Industry Overview in Japan

Japan's construction industry faces significant challenges, including a declining labor force and an increasing demand for technological solutions to boost productivity. As a result, the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), particul