Low-fidelity simulators
In these simulators, the ICSS configuration is loaded but there is no process model to represent the plant. The Inputs/Outputs (I/Os) are looped back to satisfy the feedback from the plant. The benefits of these simulators are limited to the following:
- Operator familiarization of the ICSS Human Machine Interface (HMI) graphics.
- Since the graphics are loaded, operators can run through and get used to them. In the process, they can pick up on errors and report them to the project team to be addressed as required.
- Basic help with operation procedures checkout. Full operating procedures can not be checked out using low fidelity simulators, but the simulator graphics and controls can be used in reviewing these operating procedures rather than using Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for example.
- Especially for new plants, seeing the static graphics will provide basic help for operating procedure writers. They can refer to HMI screens...