Kongsberg Triple Redundant Dynamic Positioning System

Highly reliable triple modular redundant dynamic positioning system that all meets or exceeds IMO DP class 3 requirements The K-Pos DP-31 and DP-32 are triple-redundant DP control systems comprising a triple-redundant dynamic positioning system controller unit and three identical operator stations. The controller unit and the operator stations communicate via a dual high-speed data network. Both systems satisfy the requirements of IMO Equipment Class 2 and corresponding class notations. The DP31 provides a direct interface to the propellers, thrusters and rudders, and includes the necessary interfaces to power plants, position-reference systems and sensors. The DP-32 is designed for integration with K-Chief (marine automation system) and K-Thrust (thruster control system) via a dual Ethernet LAN. Dual redundancy is also built into the interface units for connection of sensors and position reference systems. Integrating all the functions for monitoring and control of a vessel provides a real benefit both technically and economically. Functions are integrated to reduce the overall need for hardware and software functions and to reduce interfacing requirements. This leads to less demand for special software, cabling and testing. Furthermore, integrated systems offer a far greater degree of redundancy, and therefore increased system availability and operational performance. The K-Pos DP-31/32 with DP-11/12 dynamic positioning system meet the Equipment Class notation for Class 3 dp systems. The K-Pos DP-11/12 is used as backup. The operator interface is designed to allow efficient and safe operation of the dynamic positioning system by assisting the operator in making optimum operational decisions.