The Mycelium Factory: Biomimicry-Inspired Architecture for Resilient Manufacturing Networks Through Agent-Mediated Digital Twins

Key Points

• This research aims to develop a framework using biomimicry to enhance manufacturing networks by leveraging digital twin capabilities.
• Developed a framework inspired by mycorrhizal networks for SME manufacturing consortia.
• Implemented resource pooling using 3D printing and predictive maintenance tactics.
• Utilized graph-native multi-agent orchestration and access governance to facilitate organizational learning.
• Demonstrated enhanced resource efficiency through 3D printing and optimized maintenance scheduling.
• Showed improved collaboration in manufacturing consortia via multi-agent orchestration processes.
• Facilitated better access governance, leading to overall organizational learning improvements.