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The simulator can support a miniature version of the DCS. This

configuration can be used for system hardware troubleshooting.

The Mini-DCS can be used for testing suspect I/O cards for fault

diagnosis and spare parts.

The simulation system is portable and can be installed on a

laptop. Troubleshooting can be done live at site.

Advanced Control and Optimization

Knowledge Cubed* (Kn

)

Advanced control and optimization solutions are essential tools

for today’s competitive market. These tools improve reliability,

efficiency, productivity, and cost. Kn

is a platform for modeling,

optimization and control. Three unique technologies are used:

namely, neural nets for predictors; optimization by genetic

algorithms; and multi-variable control. Neural nets are extremely

accurate at predicting, even for complex processes. Genetic

algorithms use a mathematical model that emulates natural

selection and delivers a strong optimal control solution. Multi-

variable control is GE’s advanced process control solution that

can smoothly and safely adjust multiple operational setpoints

based on optimization. Kn

is designed to be flexible and

configurable so its application is economical and customizable.

It can be applied on/off-line and in open/closed loop.

A suite of advanced applications has been developed to take

advantage of this unique platform and technology.

System 1*

System 1 is GE Energy’s patented software platform for real-time

optimization of equipment and selected processes, condition

monitoring, and event diagnostics. This platform provides the

capability for the assets to drive the process. Asset-related

decisions require detail analysis of data so impact to plant safety

and operation is minimal. System 1 is intelligently designed to

provide assistance for well-informed, high-confidence decisions.

CLOC*

CLOC is a supervisory controller that automatically determines

optimal setpoints and passes these to the unit DCS. System safety

is a core design feature. The optimal setpoints are constantly

compared with unit operating limits, equipment constraints and

emissions limits to insure safe unit operation.

Coalogic*

Coalogic allows dynamic blending of coal, real-time optimal coal

usage matching market conditions, coal movement tracking, mix

and flow modeling, and it also maps quality and inventory. This is

designed to permit proper and accurate blending of coal, so the

amount of fuel burnt matches the hourly operating and market