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nternet-of-things (IoT) technology is being deployed on new vessels to remotely monitor performance and the condition of machinery. An example of this innovative approach to efficiency can be found in Damen Shipyards’ work with US-based Flicq, where it is deploying IoT on its newbuild connected vessels. Damen is using Flicq’s remote sensing platform, which incorporates algorithms, analytics and a sensor package to remotely monitor vessel operations and performance and provide condition-based maintenance. This is being incorporated into Damen’s digital platform, which aims to maximise the performance and reliability of the vessels it delivers. One of the first vessels to be connected with this digital solution is E-Two, an azimuth stern drive (ASD) anchorhandling and towage tug ordered by EMAR Offshore Services. It was
Digitalisation, power management and AI will improve vessel monitoring, energy efficiency and conditionbased maintenance
delivered in March and mobilised to China to tow a new barge to the Middle East, where both will be stationed for offshore and marine construction support. Damen project manager for innovation Solco Reijnders says: “The software tool we developed with Flicq can automatically gather and categorise data from every sensor on board a vessel.” This may include more than
2,000 points sending data to the bridge for display. Flicq’s smart sensors are selective about what is transmitted, as they can process data before sending it to a hub. For example, an engine temperature sensor sends data only if there is a change in temperature. Flicq systems have been installed on 45 vessels since Q3 2018 and both companies expect sensors will be installed on 165 Damen-built vessels this year. In a bid to optimise energy consumption on vessels, Siemens has developed a decision support system called EcoMain. The system gathers data from technical equipment via a range of interfaces on board and processes them into a standardised form. It then makes this data available on a common platform for analysis. Owners can use this information to control energy consumption, reduce emissions and manage maintenance cycles. OSJ
HOW ECOMAIN WORKS Energy
Modules
Emission
EcoMain
Fluids
Maintenance
Documents
Knowledge
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DATABASE CONSOLIDATION
Data collection on ship
Onboard systems
Propulsion systems
Power engagement
HVAC
Navigation systems
Automation systems
Other systems
EcoMain processes information from multiple vessel sub-systems for onboard and shore-side availability
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Offshore Support Journal | May 2019