LNG Carrier Solutions:

Integrated Automation System Simulator

Honeywells Integrated Automation System (IAS) Simulator is a powerful solution that can be used for vessel
crew training as well as supporting Maritime Academy/University Courses. It can be deployed in a number of
different forms to meet specific requirements. The Simulator is based on Honeywells award winning Experion
Process Knowledge System (PKS), the most widely used IAS for LNG Carriers and land based processing plants.
Using the same technology applied onboard means that the look and feel of the Simulator closely matches that
experienced by the vessel crew onboard.

Introduction
Honeywell has delivered automation expertise to the LNG Carrier industry for more than 20 years, and is the largest
supplier with IAS installed on all types of LNG Carriers Conventional Steam, Slow Speed Diesel with Reliquefaction,
Dual Fuel Electric, and Regas Vessels. As industry pioneers, we have developed groundbreaking technology advances
that have shaped todays vessel operations. We have made systems easier to install and use, and developed the
industrys most reliable and scalable vessel control solutions. In addition to delivering innovations, products and
technologies, we also provide the most experienced and dedicated customer and technical support teams.

Deploying Simulation to meet specific requirements

The LNGC IAS Simulator can be deployed to suit various environments and requirements balancing portability, the
realism required and budget.

Sim1: Single Laptop Operator

environment connected to simple
process model. Suitable for temporary
onboard training by Honeywell or
Shipowner Training Manager

Sim2: Multiple PCs each with dual

screens and membrane operator
keyboard. Each station loaded with its
own Operator environment and simple
process model used in Honeywell
training courses and suitable for
Shipowner HQ or Maritime Academy
deployment

Sim3: Marine Console with actual

Process Controller hardware and some
field equipment extension of above
system
to
facilitate
hardware
maintenance training.

Example of LNGC IAS Operator Training Station

Sim4: same as Sim2, but replacing simple
process model with Honeywell UniSim Dynamic Process Model to provide high fidelity realistic plant response
provides the greatest level of realism, but at highest cost since a full first principles model has to be built to
replicate the actual plant. Sometimes used by shipyards on new designs.

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Overview of Experion PKS Operator Station

The Experion PKS IAS is the most advanced delivered to the maritime industry. Operator Stations are PC based
Windows 7 nodes, incorporating the latest Microsoft technologies while maintaining a robust environment for shipboard
application. The system includes:

Pre-built standard displays (including group,

point detail, trend and alarm) to reduce
configuration time.

Intuitive and flexible HMI meets even the

most demanding needs for ship mimics,
display navigation and alarm presentation.

User-configurable pull-down menus and

toolbars promote easier, intuitive navigation
to vessel data.

Enhanced trending for up to 32 pens

simultaneously and event markers provide
operators with a comprehensive view of the
vessel.

On-board historian collects history and

events, enabling instant access to reliable
and accurate vessel data.

Open architecture based on commonly used

industry standards and the Microsoft Excel
add-in provide greater choice in generating
reports from vessel data.

Example of Operator Console

Integrated configuration environment enabling offline and online configuration changes minimizes disruption of
shipboard operations.

The system is operated from a dedicated membrane keyboard, which provides quick access to specific vessel mimics (left
side of the keyboard), as well as the pre-build system displays(middle of keyboard). Dedicated pushbuttons are also
provided for operating control loops (right side of keyboard).

Membrane Operator Keyboard layout

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Gas Management System Simulation

Overview
The simulation is designed to provide operator training of the IAS Gas Management System of a Dual Fuel Electric LNG
Carrier. A simplified model of the Cargo area process equipment, piping and tanks has been developed to provide
realistic simulation for the purposes of IAS operator training.
It is based on our Experion PKS R400 server loaded with SimC300 software on Windows 7 environment. Mimics and
control modules from actual vessel systems are used to facilitate training of onboard Gas Management System
operations.
The following is included in the simulation
Manual and Automatic startup sequence for the Fuel Gas Pump in the LNG Tank
Cargo Tank Pressure Control
Selection of operating modes tank pressure controller, gas disposal selection, venting overrides
System valve lineup
Operation of the Forcing Vaporiser in Cascade Mode to make Forced Boil Off Gas available for the engines
Operation of the Fuel Gas Compressor and after Heater/Cooler
Closed loop system Vessel Speed and Tank Pressure Setpoints (SP) are the inputs. Once the GMS is setup
properly by the student, actual Vessel Speed and Tank Pressure (calculated PVs) matches their setpoints.
The Gas Management System is extremely important aspect of LNG Carrier operations. LNG contained in the cargo
tanks vaporizes due to:
The heat flux coming from outside, although limited by the cargo tanks insulation,
Kinetic energy created by agitation of the cargo by the ships motions

Gas Management System Overview Mimic

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The vaporized gas or Boil off Gas (BOG) increases the cargo tank pressure. This pressure must be controlled. There are
three modes that are used onboard for this function and these are simulated in the IAS GMS Simulator
NON: BOG is used by the ships Dual Fuel engines (normal operating mode),
GCU: excess BOG is burnt in the Gas Combustion Unit
VENT: excess BOG is Vented to atmosphere if gas burning is not possible, and only when the ship is at open sea
Selection of NON / GCU / VENT is provided in the Simulation system and automatically controls the GCU and Vent valves
according to the Cargo Tank Pressure requirements.
Voyage Mode
The IAS used three (3) types of controllers to calculate how much BOG is to be consumed by the engines or the GCU, or
as a last resort, vented to atmosphere.
One of the three (3) controllers will be selected according to the operator selection of the voyage mode (laden or ballast)
and the type of pressure transmitter (absolute pressure, gauge pressure).
To keep the vapor main pressure to predetermined setting value, the following 3 PID controllers are applied:

Absolute (ABS) Pressure controller on laden mode (low tank pressure)

Gauge pressure controller on laden mode

Gauge pressure controller on ballast mode

Forcing Vapouriser Control

The Forcing Vapouriser is used to generate additional gas to supplement Natural BOG. The Forced BOG setpoint is
determined by subtracting the amount of Natural BOG available from the Cargo Tanks from the Engine Gas Demand.
The student can operate all the valves and control modules of the Forcing Vapouriser, which can be run in Automatic
Mode or Cascade Mode(with the Setpoint coming from the Tank Pressure Controller). The below diagram shows the
process control chart for operation in Cascade Mode.

Forcing Vaporiser Flow Control Logic

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Fuel Gas Pump Operation

The Simulation System includes operation of the FG Pump in Manual and Automated sequence start. Once the
Automatic sequence or Manual Start procedure has completed, the Pump Discharge and Tank Return Valves are
operated in Cascade mode to control Pump Load Current and Discharge Pressure respectively. This is a similar
arrangement for the Main Cargo Pumps and Stripping Pumps, giving students a familiarity with Cargo
Unloading operations.

Cargo Tank Mimic and Fuel Gas Pump Load Control Logic

Powerful Trending System

Experion PKS trending enables operators to maintain appropriate situational awareness to keep the vessels machinery
within desired limits. The trending system is fully available as part of the IAS Simulator, and provides a useful tool for
student practice in setting up views and analysis of vessel historical data.

Example Trend with categorized list of events and associated icon marker on the time axis

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Trends can be preconfigured or configured online as necessary by simply browsing the database and selecting the
desired point and parameter (up to 32 pens per trend display). Any of the standard history collection intervals can be
used as the basis for the real-time and historical trends.
Trends can display data in the following ways:
Line graphs
Bar graphs
Numerical list of historical data
X-Y plot of the value of one point against another
Trend functions include:

View events/alarms in combination with trend data

Select event and observe marker with description
Generate operator-entered events/description
Trend zooming, panning and scrolling
Hairline readout
Configurable trend density

Simple recall of archived history (calendar, time)

Trend protection
Smart clipboard support for copy/paste of trend
data into Microsoft Excel
Flexible time period selectors
Auto-scaling

The de-clutter feature enables individual traces on multi-type trends to be temporarily disabled for clearer viewing without
having to reconfigure the trace. Real-time and historical data are presented together on the same trend. Archived history
may be accessed automatically by entering the time period and time and date using a drop-down calendar with the choice
of time selector position (at right, left, center or at both ends).
Adding related events to a trend further improves vessel analysis. For example, an operator might want to view the effect
of changing a set point or see when an alarm occurred. With Experion PKS, these events are clearly visible within the
trend and filters allow listing only event types of interest.

Integrated Alarm and Event Management

The innovative alarm management solution in Experion PKS improves the operators ability to minimize vessel impact.
Alarms can be generated in the Simulation and provides students with training on the operation of the Alarm subsystem.
The standard Alarm Summary display enables the ships engineers to focus more clearly on the problem at hand.
Features for alarm and event management:

A selectable Location Pane shows extensive alarm condition details, supports rapid alarm filtering and provides
summary alarm count details.
Alarm summary columns can be customized to suit individual vessel or engineer requirements. Fields can include
the actual trip value and current live value along with many other fields.
A custom alarm summary configuration can be saved and recalled.
Custom filters can be applied to each column in the alarm display, enabling rapid attention to be focused on
problems.
Alarms can be filtered by priority.
Single line alarm processing keeps the Alarm Summary display from filling up with a chattering alarm. A single
alarm includes details of the time that the alarm originally occurred, the time it last occurred and the total number
of times the alarm occurred.
Operators can easily add comments to alarms and events from the Alarm Summary display either individually or
per page.

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Alarms can be acknowledged on an individual or per page basis from the Alarm Summary display or from custom
displays.
Custom alarm priority colors can be configured.
The Event Summary display lists system events such as alarms, alarm acknowledgments, return to normal,
operator control actions, operator login and security level changes, online database modifications,
communications alarms, system restart messages and many other system events.
Archiving can be configured to store events online or to network servers or removable media for accessing at a
later date.
The System Status display provides operators with one place to review the health and status of all components.

Alarm Summary page showing alarms for a particular asset

Engineering Expertise
Honeywells global project management methodologies ensure high quality, consistent engineering and professional
documentation. Honeywells implementation locations in Korea, China, Japan and Norway have extensive vessel
application knowledge and work closely with the shipyards and major equipment suppliers such as engine, generator,
boiler and compressor manufacturers to ensure the maximum benefit is realized from automation. Global resources are
mobilized to address the toughest challenges. Some of the latest vessel control systems engineered by Honeywell, for
example, incorporate advanced Power Management Systems and Automated Ballast Exchange.
Honeywell was the first company to achieve certification against the internationally recognized standard of ISO 17894.
This certification recognizes the processes and procedures Honeywell has in place are suitable for providing dependable
programmable electronic systems for marine use.

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Worldwide Support
Honeywell provides a comprehensive support infrastructure to ensure supportability of the IAS throughout the life of the
vessel.
Professionally managed automation support includes:
24/365 emergency call center with customer-accessible call management software
Central coordination and global availability for spares and services
Parts management to reduce onboard spares
Remote system diagnostics and technical support via satellite link
Training courses for vessels crew
Worldwide service personnel have access to electronic copies of ship documentation

IAS Training Center

Vessel crews are trained on Honeywell IAS Simulators in various locations
around the world. Training is also available in Korea, Japan and China near
shipbuilding yards for easier access to ships crews immediately prior to
vessel delivery. Customized courses are offered upon request.

Courses have been independently audited

Compliance with ISO17894
Compliance with SIGTTO LNG Shipping Suggested Compentency
Standards
Meets due diligence requirements for shipowners confirmation that
Honeywell as a training provider has provided training to ensure
crew have the necessary knowledge to operate and maintain
Honeywells Marine Automation Systems

More Information
For more information on LNGC IAS Simulation,
visit www.honeywell.com/ps or contact your
Honeywell account manager.
Automation & Control Solutions
Honeywell Marine Solutions
Honeywell
2500 W. Union Hills Dr.
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Tel: +1-602-313-6665 or 877-466-3993
www.honeywell.com/ps

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September 2011
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