Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
724244 IFAC Proceedings Volumes 2006 6 Pages PDF
Abstract

Current features of distributed control systems (DCS) for power plants are reviewed based on nine DCSs from ABB, Siemens, Emerson, Alstom, Honeywell, Metso, Yokogawa and Invensys. The review involves general architecture, control stations, open communications, engineering, operator, information subsystems. Comparison tables are provided. Unique properties of some DCSs indicate future trends.

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