Sentient Science

Sentient Science Corporation specializes in developing physics-based modeling solutions for digital twin applications. The company's flagship product, DigitalClone, applies materials science and physics-based modeling to predict wear and fatigue damage in the microstructure of critical components and major systems of helicopter drivetrains and rotating mechanical equipment. This software eliminates the costs and lengthy process associated with physically testing materials, components, and systems. Sentient Science's technology provides prognostic solutions that impact design, manufacturing, operations, sustainment, and supply chain management for critical rotorcraft components.

In May 2022, Sentient Science demonstrated a prototype interface called PRISMS (Physics-based Risk-assessment and Intelligent Sustainment and Maintenance Solution) at the Army Aviation's Experimental Demonstration Gateway Exercise. PRISMS features a multi-scale framework that combines physics-based modeling and simulation with machine learning to generate aircraft-specific drive system health models. These models aim to reduce operating and sustainment costs for future fleets.

Sentient Science's technology has applications beyond aviation. The company's digital twin technology also focuses on the predictive health of wind and gas turbines, enabling a shift from reactive to predictive maintenance strategies. DigitalClone provides short and long-term prognostics and life extension action recommendations for inventory, maintenance, servicing forecasts, and budgeting to operators.

In January 2023, Loram Maintenance of Way acquired Sentient Science's rail business unit, including its digital twins and economic models products used by railroads to extend rail life and realize savings from track maintenance practices. Following this sale, Sentient Science continued to serve its aerospace and wind energy customers with its DigitalClone software and services.